RT Castle Clinton National Monument

Historic coastal fort turned national monument serving as a gateway to New York Harbor and a key site in the city’s military and immigration history.

General Information

Hours:

Daily: typically 7:45am to 5:00pm (varies seasonally)

Fees:

Free entry to the monument
Ferry tickets required for Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island access

Pet Policy:

Pets are not allowed inside (service animals permitted)

Closest cities with hotels:

New York City

Seasons:

All year; best in spring and fall for comfortable waterfront visits

Location:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/AoCNV7k6tM1Lt7uN6Battery Park, New York, NY 10004

Website:

nps.gov

How to Get There

From Lower Manhattan: Walk south through Battery Park to the waterfront, where Castle Clinton is located near ferry departure points for the Statue of Liberty.

Overview

Castle Clinton National Monument is a circular sandstone fort in Battery Park, built from 1808 to 1811 to defend New York Harbor. It later became a beer garden and theater (Castle Garden) and, from 1855 to 1890, the country's first immigration depot. Today it is the ticket office and departure point for ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, with exhibits on its layered history.

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