One-Day (Outbound) Getaways

Bannerman's Island Cruise
Through October 28
Saturdays and Sundays 1:30 p.m.

Bannerman's Castle looks like a medieval ruin somewhere in Europe, but this castle belonged to Frank Bannerman, who purchased the Hudson River's Pollepel Island in 1900 to store an inventory of surplus military equipment. A fire destroyed the buildings two years later, but their ruins remain offering rich history and panoramic views of the Hudson Valley.

Come aboard the Pollepel for a scenic cruise along the Hudson, including a narrated film. The 30-minute ride will take you from the ferry dock at Beacon Station to Bannerman's Island, where you'll receive a 90 minute guided tour of the island's mysteries and mystique. (Please note: for safety reasons, entrance to the castle is prohibited.) Tours depart from the dock, rain or shine, at 1:30 p.m. There are stairs and some rough terrain on the island, so wear comfortable shoes. Strollers cannot be accommodated.

For more information, visit www.prideofthehudson.com. For more information about Bannerman's Island, visit www.bannermancastle.org

Customers must call 845-220-2120 or email info@prideofthehudson.com to confirm reservation date and give a weekend phone contact. Once you confirm your dates, purchase your package from any Metro-North ticket office or full-service ticket vending machine (excluding Beacon Station) and through WebTicket.

The deal

• Package price from GCT/Harlem-125th Street: adults, $48.50; seniors, persons with disabilities and individuals receiving Medicare, $43.50; children 5-11, $21.50; children under 5, $20.
• Package price from other stations: check here for price from your boarding station.

Take the Hudson Line to Beacon Station. Follow signs for the Beacon Landing dock. Check here for an ITINERARY.