Georges Island — Local services in Boston

I can’t say enough good things about this island. My parents brought me here all through my childhood, and I just brought my 1.5 year old son for his first time this month!

My favorite thing about the island and the fort is how open it is. You can explore freely. Especially for older kids and adults, you can wander to your hearts content down spooky dark stone halls (bring a flashlight!!) Even for the younger crowd, making echoes in the vast stone chambers and enjoying a picnic on the parade grounds is lovely. (Note: there is a sign saying “no picnicking” - I can’t vouch for that as a ranger saw and chatted with my friend and I and didn’t tell us to pack it in. There is a carry in, carry out policy for trash (obviously there are barrels in the bathrooms). The rangers are friendly and knowledgeable.

The ferry ride is so fun! About 45 mins each way, and there is a bar!! Get the pass from your library and get cheap tickets. This island is such a beautiful place to be. Truly a...

A walk through history is an apt description of the tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island. The Dept of Conservation and Recreation has done an admirable job making the Fort a viable site for tourism. The guided tours given by knowledgeable docents make the experience come to life with them describing the history in first person as though they lived it first-hand. Many parts of the Fort are open for exploration, yet in great disrepair. It would been nice to see a restored barracks of officers or political prisoners to truly see it "first-hand". On site restrooms and a snack bar were welcomed additions. The ferry ride to and from the island as well as the tour are all included in $19.95; a quick tour and round trip ferry ride we're completed in 3 hours. If I had more time I would have...

Nice way to spend a few hours. The visitor center is great. There is a short video to watch and items for the military history of the island. There are bathroom facilities. The park rangers have programming. We went on the ranger led history tour and I would recommend doing that if you're at all interested. There is a Junior ranger program and other tours throughout the day. Check the Georges Island information for the food availability on the island, it's not every day. The island is carry on AND OFF for your trash... people still litter. If you bring picnic items or drinks, just bring a bag for your trash. It helps with the respect of the park, the island, the visitors and people...