Fort Caroline National Memorial

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7 / 10

4 expert reviews

“An oak-wood pathway leads to a replica of the original fort—a great, sunny place to picnic (bring your own food and drink), stretch your legs, and explore a small museum.”

– Fodor's

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This memorial is the administrative headquarters of the Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve , a confederation of federal, state and local parks – some located on Talbot and Fort George Islands." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Fort Caroline was established as a New World outpost in 1564 by some 300 French Huguenots, but then taken over by Spanish forces shortly thereafter." Full review
Where Where
"Memorializing the 16th-century French effort to establish a permanent colony with a near full-size replica of the fort, nature trails and a visitor center with Indian and French artifacts." Full review