Experts' Choice Award Fort Pickens Area
5 expert reviews
“This place will draw you in and take you back in time and leave you asking questions.”
– Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A fascinating and scenic excursion." Full review
Atlas Obscura "One of the only Florida forts to remain in the hands of the Union all through the Civil War still stands as a historic stronghold. " Full review
Fodor's "A "confusing jumble of fortifications," but the real attractions here are the beach, nature exhibits, a large campground, an excellent gift shop, breathtaking views of Pensacola Bay and the lighthouse" Full review
Travel + Leisure "A star attraction of Gulf Islands National Seashore, which encompasses thousands of acres of Florida coast, Fort Pickens is a maritime sentinel completed in 1834 to protect Pensacola Bay..."
