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Informative and fun, there is no
better way to experience the sweep of America's history
than with a tour of West Point. View breathtaking
scenery from West Point which overlooks the Hudson
River as it winds through the Hudson Highlands.
Historic figures such as George Washington, Thomas
Jefferson, Douglas MacArthur, Dwight Eisenhower and
even Benedict Arnold all have a role in the story
of West Point and our nation.
Tours are combined bus and walking tours with a guide that depart daily from the Visitors Center with the exception of:
Graduation week, May 18-22, 2010
The Saturdays of Army home football games.
Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas and New Year's
Day.
Tour times can change without notice.
Chapels, cemetery and other venues may be closed due
prior commitments.
US Military Security requires that everyone 16 yrs.
of age and older bring photo ID.
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HOUR TOURS |
The 1 hour tour
makes stops at the Main Cadet Chapel, Trophy
Point, Battle Monument and the Plain. You are
off the bus walking approximately 30 minutes.
Advance reservations only accepted for groups of 10 or more.
For Reservations please call 845-446-4724.
Adults - $12.00
Children ages - 2-11 - $9
Children under 2 - no charge but must
sit on a lap if a full bus |
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January / February / March / April / May / June / July / August
September / October / November / December
Tour times can change without notice.
Chapels, cemetery and other venues may be closed due prior commitments.
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HOUR TOURS |
We offer two different 2 hour tours. Both will cover all the stops on the one hour tour along with the additional points of interest listed below. Our 2 hour tours explore in greater detail the history of West Point. On both tours you spend about 1 hour and 20 minutes off the bus at the various stops on this tour.
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WEST POINT CEMETERY AND OLD CADET CHAPEL |
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The Old Cadet Chapel was built in 1837 and was the primary chapel on post until the New Cadet Chapel was built in 1910. It rests directly adjacent to the West Point Cemetery where many historic figures are buried. This is a fascinating tour which touches on some of the great personalities that have graduated from the Academy throughout the centuries. Moderate walking.
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FORT PUTNAM TOUR |
Fort Putnam is a meticulously restored fortification that was a major component of the West Point defenses during the War of Independence. With a commanding hilltop location, Fort Putnam provides panoramic views of the Hudson Highlands, the Hudson River and West Point. A newly renovated interpretative center adds to the experience.
Important note: Tours to Fort Putnam require strenuous walking and climbing of stairs. As a revolutionary war fortification it is not handicapped accessible.
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TOUR INFORMATION |
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May through November |
| Reservations: |
Individual reservations can be made by calling 845-446-4724. Reservations must be paid for in advance and are non refundable. |
| Adults: |
$14 per person |
| Children: |
$12 per person between the ages of 2-11. |
| Infants: |
Free under 2 years of age. Must sit on lap if bus is full. |
Tour times can change without notice. Chapels, cemetery and other venues may be closed to the public due to other commitments.
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May / June / July / August /
September / October / November
Tour times can change without notice.
Chapels, cemetery and other venues may be closed due prior commitments.
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Click
here for directions
to West Point. |
| Events at West Point |
For
information on Parades, Reviews and any other
events at West Point please see the United States Military Academy website at www.usma.edu |
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