Castillo De San Marcos

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

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Mar 5, 2025
Must see if visiting St. Augustine. The history of the fort is incredible. Many rooms you can walk into, and the construction is incredible.Full review by ksjr2007
Mar 4, 2025
Awesome day trip with much history and spaces to explore. There is NO free parking. Pay-By-Plate or Meter. It was chilly/windy near the beach so bring a jacket!Full review by Paradise19394254748
Mar 3, 2025
Really interesting and easy to visit. Nice views of bay and Old Town. We visited last hour of day and low crowds. Free parking. If you want to stop by and just walk outside area it’s free to do so.Full review by Crathy21
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The oldest extant Spanish fortification in the United States, this bulwark stands as a remnant of the European colonization of America. The …
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Situated at the mouth of the Matanzas River in St. Augustine is a national monument known as St. Mark's Castle (Castillo de San Marcos). D…
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Facts

Located:11 South Castillo Drive
Area:20.48 acres (82879.62 m²)
Construction completed:1672–1695

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How long is the wait to get in?
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We were there late morning. Waited about 1/2 hour. It wasn't a bad wait and well worth it to us Pyrates!
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How long should we plan to be there?
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you will need about 1 hour but if you like to take a lot of pictures like me I will say about 2 hours. It is beautiful with a lot of History. Enjoy
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What is the cost to tour?
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We paid 15.00 per adult. I believe under age 15 is free if with a paying adult. You can visit the National Park Service and search for the Castillo and it provides pertinent information …
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We paid 15.00 per adult. I believe under age 15 is free if with a paying adult. You can visit the National Park Service and search for the Castillo and it provides pertinent information including entrance fees.
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Can you buy ticket in advance and reserve a time to tour fort?
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No, you can not, unfortunately. Early morning is the best time. Well worth the wait!
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Besides limiting the number of people inside fort, are any areas of fort closed off during COVID? Wondering if the 90 min …
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Besides limiting the number of people inside fort, are any areas of fort closed off during COVID? Wondering if the 90 min drive is worth it now or wait for covid restrictions to end.
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At the time of our visit, November 14, 2020, no area was restricted due to Covid-19. The only restriction was the total number of visitors allowed in the fort at any one time. I …
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At the time of our visit, November 14, 2020, no area was restricted due to Covid-19. The only restriction was the total number of visitors allowed in the fort at any one time. I think you should call the St. Augustine tourist bureau to see if the policies have changed.
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Where is the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument?
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The Castillo de San Marcos is located in downtown St. Augustine, Florida. Get driving directions.
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If you plan on picnicking on the grounds then clean up after you finish
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Keep an eye for your children especially up stairs on the gun deck as there are no guard rails
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If you feel dehydrated with the heat, contact a Ranger
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Do not feed the animals
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The City of St Augustine maintains a parking lot in front of the Castillo. The cost is $1.50 per hour which is paid at automated stations which accept most denominations of U.S. coin and currency as w…
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Please stay together as a group and with your teachers if you visit from school
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Stay alert as you walk on uneven floors, and do not climb the walls or the cannons
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Only water is allowed to be consumed in the Castillo, so secure all food and drinks before entering
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Only the lower level of the Castillo is accessible by wheel chair
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Only vehicles 21 feet or shorter, including any trailers, are permitted to park in the Castillo lot
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The influence of the Spanish, French, British and American are all featured in the exhibits
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The City of St. Augustine provides free parking for larger vehicles at the corner of West Castillo Drive and Riberia Street
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The lot is approximately three blocks from the Castillo and visitors may use the Castillo's lot to drop off and pick up passengers
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You can use the city's parking garage which is only a block away from the Castillo. It is conveniently located and will provide shade for your vehicle
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Visit quietly and be attentive to the tour guide who is dressed in period costume
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The easiest way to get to the fort is by trolley or on foot from downtown
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Climb the stairs to get a photo op-worthy view of matanzas bay
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Lower level is handicapped accessible
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Park rangers lead programs hourly and shoot off cannons most weekends
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One can join a ranger program, see a live re-enactment or just walk around and explore the fortress
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The castillo offers plenty to do year-round, thanks to florida's warm climate
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The fort was also used as a prison during the revolutionary and civil wars
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The fort offers a junior ranger program for children
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