Engaging tour opportunities include behind-the-scene explorations, entertaining historic overviews, daily exhibition tours, and garden strolls. For those interested in immersing themselves in Ticonderoga’s 2000-acre historic site and it’s stunning scenic beauty, our narrated boat tours and the Mount Defiance experience, highlight Ticonderoga’s pristine landscape and epic history. From family tours to signature curated experiences, there’s something for everyone!
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Key to the Continent Tour
Daily 10:15am, 1:15pm, 3:00pm
Discover Ticonderoga’s incredible story during this entertaining half-hour tour. Learn about iconic French & Indian War and Revolutionary War battles and Ticonderoga’s signature stories including Ethan Allen, Benedict Arnold, Robert Rogers, Henry Knox and more!
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Family Guided Tour
Daily June 2–August 27, 10:40am and 1:40pm
In this fun, active tour, explore Ticonderoga epic history and discover all the exciting things your family can do during your visit!
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Breaking Ground Tour
May 5–June 26, September, October at 11:30am and 2:30pm
June 27–August 28 at 11:45am and 2:45pm
From military garrison gardens to a vibrant walled colonial revival garden explore one of America’s oldest cultivated landscapes. Discover the remarkable story of America’s first historic preservation effort, and the unique country estate emblematic of that legacy.
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Mount Defiance: Witness to History Guided Tour
Daily at 4pm May 4–October 31
Get a birds-eye view of America’s most historic landscape as you as you savor the scenic views and discover the strategic importance of this graceful mountain.
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Scenic Boat Tour
May 24–June 21, 1pm, 3:30pm
June 22–August 18, 10:30am, 1pm, 3:30pm
August 19–October 18, 1pm, 3:30pm
During a 75-minute narrated Carillon tour, our friendly and experienced staff will guide you through centuries of Lake Champlain’s stirring maritime heritage. Panoramic mountain vistas will surround you and sonar readings present unforgettable images of shipwreck. A selection of beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks are available for sale on board!