1-2 Hours
Explore a Civil War Era Fort
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Explore a Civil War era fort on the west coast!
Did you know that there's a civil war era fort at the base of the Golden Gate Bridge? Visit Fort Point and learn how it was used to protect the San Francisco Bay and surrounding areas during the late 1800's. In addition to learning about Civil War era weaponry and defenses, Fort Point offers spectacular views of the Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge. Bring a jacket! Even on sunny days, the fort can be windy and fog is known to arrive quickly!
Tags
Museum ExhibitsCoastal DefensesCivil Warfort
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Details
Duration
1-2 Hours
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
Accessible Features Accessible Parking Accessible Restrooms Accessible Entrance Accessible First Floor Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) Tactile Orientation Maps Open Captioning Click here to download the Fort Point Audio Described Brochure Upon Arrival As you arrive at Fort Point you will pass a restroom facility on your left. This restroom is accessible and there is an accessible parking stall located nearby. The parking lot has additional accessible stalls located near the entry to the Fort. The entrance to the Fort is accessible. Inside the Park The first floor of the fort is accessible. with a raised wooden boardwalk. There is an interactive video kiosk located on the first floor. This kiosk plays a variety of videos including videos that depic the architectural details of the entire fort. Tactile Orientation Maps are provided on each level of the Fort. Assistive Listening Devices are provided for the Ranger Led Tours, videos shown in the theater and the Golden Gate Bridge Exhibit. Please ask a Ranger for assistance.
Pets
No — Pets are not allowed inside the fort. Service animals are allowed.
Reservations
No
Age Info
All ages are welcome!
Location
Fort Point National Historic Site