Boston Day Trip Alert | Gillette Castle 🏰✨
📍 Gillette Castle State Park 67 River Rd, East Haddam, CT 06423 🕵️ The Backstory: Built in 1914 by actor William Gillette (famous for playing Sherlock Holmes), this medieval-style castle is packed with secret doors, spy mirrors, and hidden gadgets—like a real-life Clue board! ✨ Must-Experience: • Castle Tour: 47 quirky doors, moving tables, and peepholes (book online—only 15-min entry slots!). • River Views: Balcony overlooks the Connecticut River (nearby camping spots too!). • Hiking Trails: 3-mile path along an old railway with stone bridges + tunnels. • Gift Shop: Nerd out over Sherlock-themed souvenirs. ⏳ Timing Tips: • Indoor tours: 10AM–4PM (sell out fast in summer!). • Grounds: Open dawn to dusk—no ticket needed for exterior exploring! #BostonDayTrips #GilletteCastle #SherlockHolmes #NewEnglandAdventures