Fort San Marcos St. Augustine Bombardment

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The Castillo de San Marcos National Monument in St. Augustine, Florida, is a Spanish stone fortress built in 1672. It showcases remarkable …

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Oct 17, 2024
A very well presented historical monument with great information boards giving detailed explanations of the various rooms , periods and equipment . The staff ,were very helpful , and the re enactors … Full review by patncolin
Oct 3, 2024
It can be a nice place for those who love history. I just came here while visiting places to visit around. So I took a few photos. Other than that, there was nothing like me. Full review by Freedom37420757427
Sep 28, 2024
Happened to go on 9/28 and it was free admission. Definitely go early if you want to park at the fort. The parking lot is small and fills up quickly. You can use a CC or cash to pay ($2.50 per ho… Full review by MRogers111
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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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Depending on your interest, 2 to 4 hours.
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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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All the areas inside were open, but they were not doing any cannon firings or weapons demonstration.
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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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