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Fortaleza San Luis

Tourist attraction Museum

Museum in a landmark fort building, featuring Caribbean military history, art & sculptures. People often mention fort, military,


Address

C. Vicente Estrella, Santiago de los Caballeros 51000, Dominican Republic

Website

www.fortalezasanluis.org

Contact

+1 809-226-2029

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1.4K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: 10 AM to 5 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 10 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM to 5 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: fort (8) military (6)
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  • 4/5 Yü W. 4 years ago on Google • 1796 reviews
    I didn't visit the museum as they are already closed for the day but I still walked around inside the fort structure and appreciated the peace a few steps outside the bustling city center.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melina Aguilar C. 5 years ago on Google • 120 reviews
    A place filled history in every corner. Got a chance to learn about and see Anacaona!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael B. 2 years ago on Google
    A short walk from city centre, can see some old military vehicles.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Donald S. 5 years ago on Google • 476 reviews
    Now used as military offices, etc. But interesting metal sculptures and bronze busts of heroes.

  • 4/5 Abigail E. 7 months ago on Google • 451 reviews
    The fort is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with free admission. The indoor museum has no regular open time and was closed when I visited. The fort is about a kilometer west of the monument, and the city is fairly walkable. No parking is available at the fort. The entrance and interior of the fort is wheelchair accessible, although the ramp is steep. Little signage is available except for the plaques on the statues. The entrance of the fort is guarded by soldiers and police in uniform. While the fort does not have the same glamor as some other Santiago attractions, this is a decent stop for military history enthusiasts.

  • 2/5 Pawel S. 4 months ago on Google • 126 reviews
    A weird melange of objects, with little explanation (and none in English)

  • 5/5 Will R. 1 year ago on Google • 112 reviews
    Not much to see here besides some old vehicles and a nice view of the city plus some statues of the old generals. The museum was closed. My kid loved it since he was able to climb on the old military vehicles etc. so because my kid loved it and thought it was cool going there in giving it 5 stars.

  • 4/5 Rafael Jose R. 2 years ago on Google • 66 reviews
    One of the most important historical buildings in Santiago de los Caballeros was crucial in the protection of Santiago and the Cibao Valley. The San Luis Fortress operated as a military post until the 1970s, and later became a municipal prison. In 2004, it was renovated and became a small military museum that has a collection of ancient weapons, tanks, and artillery.

  • 4/5 Erric C. 2 years ago on Google
    Very historic and active fort

  • 1/5 hans k. 3 years ago on Google
    If your here its not for a good reason. Probably to report and accident. If so you may be at the wrong place check with your insurance company or with the casa del conductor or chofere. Don't waist your time ask or call.

  • 4/5 Lucas M. 2 years ago on Google
    Free history, has some nice sculptures and probably some nice history If you understand Spanish

  • 5/5 Jose p. 4 years ago on Google
    IS ONE OF THE HIDDEN TREASURE A MUSEUM WITH A GREAT DEAL OF HISTORICAL RELIC AN ARTIFACT AND BEAUTIFUL PAINTING OF LOCAL ARTISTS. A PLACE TO SEE.

  • 5/5 Carmen C. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful but I was arrested for medicinal bud so there's also a drug court there a jail

  • 5/5 Joelina C. 11 months ago on Google • 19 reviews
    We unfortunately arrived to early and did not get to go inside, however I was still able to learn some great history by walking outside


Call +1 809-226-2029 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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