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Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

A large coquina limestone fort constructed by the Spanish in the late 1600s to defend their small colony. Inside, certain rooms are open to the public, including the chapel, guard quarters, and the powder magazine. The top deck of the Castillo is also open to visitors and allows great views of the city and the bay, as well as up-close encounters with authentic cannons. There are living history demonstrations on weekends, including the firing of those cannons—an incredibly powerful (and loud!) experience. Lower level is handicapped accessible. Parking $2.50/hr.

Address: 11 S Castillo Dr
Hours: 8:45AM-5PM
Price: $15/adult, children under 16 free
Website: nps.gov (opens in a new tab)

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