Castillo De San Marcos National Monument
Castillo De San Marcos National Monument
The Castillo de San Marcos, built 1672-1695, served primarily as an outpost of the Spanish Empire, guarding St. Augustine, the first permanent European settlement in the continental United States, and also protecting the sea route for treasure ships returning to Spain. Although the Castillo has served a number of nations throughout its history, it has never been taken by military force. During the 18th century, the Castillo went from Spanish control to British and back to the Spanish , who remained in power in Florida until the area was purchased by the United States in 1821. Called Fort Marion at this time, The Castillo was made a National Monument in 1924 and became part of the National Park system in 1933. The park consists of the original historic Castillo fortress itself with its attendant grounds, some 25 total acres.IN DEPTH
In A Nutshell Directions The Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is located in downtown St. Augustine, Florida. St. Augustine is located on Florida's Northeastern Atlantic coast about midway between Jacksonville and Daytona...read more
Park Regulations & Safety Your Safety We wish you a safe and enjoyable visit but please remember that the Castillo de San Marcos was originally built for war, not recreation. We strive to...read more
Visitor Services Bookstore Eastern National provides quality educational products, cultural materials, and services to enhance the enjoyment of visitors to the America's National Parks and other public trust sites. In so doing...read more
Things To Do Your visit to the Castillo is designed to be a self-guided one. There are many ways to enjoy and experience the Park. You can: Explore the fortress -...read more
History Architecture and Construction The Castillo de San Marcos is unique in North American architecture. As the only extant 17th century military construction in the country and the oldest masonry...read more
Preservation SUPPORT YOUR PARK The management and staff of the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument need your help. As guardians of one of our nation's great treasures, park employees...read more
Just For Kids FOR KIDS Read exhibits and view the movie in the Theater or take the self-guided tour. Attend a ranger talk or demonstration and ask questions. Then complete the activity sheets...read more
Planning Your Visit Unique among National Parks the Castillo de San Marcos embodies nearly 450 years of history and culture that can not be fully experienced in a single visit. A...read more
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