Discover the Historical Charm of Fort Warren

Getting There

• Car

  From your location in North Shore, head south on Route 1A towards Boston. Continue on Route 1A until you reach the junction with Route 93. Merge onto Route 93 South towards Boston. After approximately 6 miles, take exit 23B for the McClellan Highway. Follow signs for the airport and stay on the McClellan Highway, which will lead you to the downtown area. Look for signs directing you to the Boston Harbor. You will need to park at one of the designated parking areas near the ferry terminal. Expect parking fees to be around $10-$20 for a day's parking.

• Public Transportation (Train and Ferry)

  From North Shore, take the MBTA commuter rail from your nearest station to Boston (check the schedule for the Newburyport/Rockport Line). Once you arrive at North Station in Boston, transfer to the Orange Line subway and travel to Haymarket Station. From Haymarket, exit the station and walk towards the waterfront. Head to the Long Wharf ferry terminal (about a 10-minute walk). Purchase a ferry ticket to Georges Island (Fort Warren) at the terminal. The ferry ride will take about 30-40 minutes and tickets typically cost around $20 for adults, with discounts for children and seniors.

• Public Transportation (Bus and Ferry)

  Take the MBTA bus service from your location in North Shore to the nearest subway station that connects to the T. You can use the bus routes that lead to Alewife or Alewife Station. Once you reach Alewife Station, take the Red Line subway towards Ashmont and transfer at Park Street Station to the Green Line. Get off at Government Center and walk to Long Wharf ferry terminal. Buy your ferry ticket for Georges Island (Fort Warren) at the terminal. The ferry ride will take approximately 30-40 minutes, and adult tickets are usually around $20.