Crossing a dry moat, this drawbridge was the only way into the Castillo.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument · FL
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United States and interprets more than 450 years of cultural intersections.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesConstruction for Seawall Project
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesFee Stations Credit Card Only
Fee: Entrance - Per Person
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$15
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available4 activities
Park Name
InfoCastillo de San Marcos National Monument
Designation
InfoNational Monument
State(s)
InfoFL
Phone
Info9048296506
casa_ranger_activities@nps.gov
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$45
Operating Hours
InfoThe Castillo de San Marcos is open to the public 7 days per week, except Thanksgiving Day (fourth Thursday in November) and Christmas Day (December 25). A maximum capacity of 100 visitors in the historic fort at any time will be in effect. First admission is at 9:00 a.m. and last admission is at 5:00 p.m. The Castillo closes and visitors must exit at 5:15 p.m. The park grounds are closed from midnight until 5:30 a.m.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, Forts, Hispanic American Heritage + 7 more
Weather Info
InfoSt. Augustine has a semi-tropical climate with over 300 days of sunshine each year. Summers (May-September) are hot, bright, and humid with afternoon thunderstorms common. Temperatures range from the
Getting There
InfoOn State Route A1A overlooking Matanzas Bay in the heart of the historic district of Saint Augustine, the Castillo is approximately a five mile drive from Interstate 95.
Location
Info29.8979° N, -81.3122° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website