Grant Cottage Hours and Admission Cost — U.S. Grant Cottage National Historic Landmark

The historic site is currently closed

opening day is may 3rd 2025

tour tickets available now!*

(*Use discount code spring2025 for $1.00 off)

THE HISTORIC SITE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED

THERE IS NO PUBLIC ACCESS TO THE GROUNDS

THE SITE WILL REOPEN Saturday, May 3rd 2025

Spring Early Bird Special!!

Use discount code SPRING2025 to receive $1.00 OFF each Guided Tour ticket.
(Valid on Guided Tours only between 5/3-6/13)


Admission

Tours of the Cottage

Tours MUST arrive 15 minutes prior to their start time. Tours run every 30 minutes. Last Tour of the day begins promptly at 3:30pm.

Adults: $12

Seniors (62 & up): $9

Ages 17 & under: $5

Children under 6: FREE

Members: FREE

Veterans/Active Military/Gold Star Family Members: FREE w/ I.D.

Living History Tours: $18 per person. Available Friday, & Sunday at 3:30pm*. Extended Tour of Grant Cottage with a guide in 1885 period dress and character. (*Tours are subject to staff availability).

Private Tours: $100 (Available outside normal business hours by appointment April-Oct) Living History add-on $25.

Group Visits

Field Trips

Living History Tours

Living History Tours: $18 per person.

Available Friday, & Sunday at 3:30pm*.

Experience the time capsule that is Grant Cottage with a Living History Tour. Your guide in period costume and character will transport you back in time to share with you the compelling story of the final days of famed Civil War General and 18th U.S. President Ulysses S. Grant. You will explore the grounds (weather dependent), and experience rooms filled with original and unique artifacts, as your guide shares a heart-warming and engaging tale of perseverance and family devotion. Take advantage of this premium experience to see Grant Cottage in a unique and memorable way (*Tours are subject to staff availability).

*There is NO Admission Fee to visit the site grounds, visitor center, or gift shop*

*The Empire Pass & National Parks Pass do not cover the cost of Tour Admission

Map of Historic Site Grounds


Accessibility
We have limited handicap parking available, but parking is close to the buildings. The Visitor Center and the Cottage are both handicap accessible. Guided tours are no longer than 30 minutes with no longer than 20 minutes standing/walking. Visitors may use walkers/wheelchairs in the Cottage and can be accommodated with folding chairs in the Cottage if needed. The path to the overlook is a steep grade so may not be recommended for those with mobility issues.

(NOTE: Access to the Historic Site grounds is prohibited outside of operating hours.)

Pet Policy

Well-behaved, leashed pets are allowed on the grounds of the Historic Site but are not permitted in the buildings. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. Allowances made for ADA-defined service animals.


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Gift Shop

Historical fun for everyone. Discover unique finds and Grant Cottage exclusives, like Civil War newspapers and Grant Cottage ornaments. Select items available for purchase online.

Programs & Events

Visit our Events Calendar

When the historic site is open, guests are free to walk the grounds and visit the overlook to enjoy the stunning views.


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