Top rated Fortresses in United States

Experience the best that United States has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 47 places from Fortress category.

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Fort Jefferson
Fortress
Storied fort built between 1846–1875 & used during the Civil War by warships & as a prison.
4.90 (427 reviews)
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Fort Abercrombie State Historic Park
State park
👍👍 Fifty shades of green. The park was stunning, with lush green moss covering the trees whilst the mist settled around us! As it had been raining, everything was sparkling and green! We were impressed with the well-built and maintained walking tracks that took you lakeside and to the coastline for stu...
4.90 (106 reviews)
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Fort Williams
Historical landmark
👍👍 Went here as a child brought my child for the first time today. She did not like the thought until we got there she said it was the worlds best place! The view and the time spent with loved one. We saw the lighthouse it was her first time seeing one!
4.90 (42 reviews)
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Castillo San Felipe del Morro
Castle
Enduring 16th-century Spanish fortification atop a promontory with cannons pointing seaward.
4.80 (13.1K reviews)
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Castillo San Cristóbal
Castle
Walled & heavily fortified citadel built 1765-1785 & largest of the Spanish built forts in Americas.
4.80 (6.6K reviews)
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Fort Pickens
Fortress
Military fort built in the 1830s to defend Pensacola Bay, with self-guided & scheduled tours.
4.80 (5.6K reviews)
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Fort Fisher State Historic Site
Historical place museum
Remains of a vast Confederate fort, with a visitors center featuring displays of artifacts.
4.80 (2.6K reviews)
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Presidio la Bahía State Historic Site
Historical place
Spanish Army stronghold from the 18th century, famed as a battle site of the 1836 Texas Revolution.
4.80 (1.1K reviews)
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Fort Ross
Fortress
Former Russian colony featuring historic Rotchev House (1836), a chapel & museum, plus beach access.
4.80 (1K reviews)
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Fort Ross State Historic Park
State park
An 1812 Russian-American settlement with several buildings plus trails, campsites & a beach.
4.80 (897 reviews)
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Fort Casey
Historical landmark
👍👍 Fort Casey was a spectacular place to visit. There were many informative signs posted throughout to learn about this historical landmark. The kids enjoyed the underground bunkers quite a bit. The ocean view is a sight to see. With well maintained hiking trails, you are sure to get a workout.
4.80 (542 reviews)
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West Martello Tower and Key West Garden Club
Botanical garden
Part of a fort built in the 19th century, this landmark houses a garden club with scenic grounds.
4.80 (523 reviews)
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Fort Hancock
Historical place
National historic landmark & park featuring a museum exhibiting coastal defense gun batteries.
4.80 (163 reviews)
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Fort Gorges
Fortress
19th-century U.S. military fort on an island, now a no-frills park accessible only by boat.
4.80 (119 reviews)
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Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
Fortress
Historic fort offering self-guided tours (from the drawbridge to the gun deck) & Matanzas Bay views.
4.70 (32.3K reviews)
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Fort Sumter National Monument
Historical place
Accessed by boat, this fort with ruins, gun emplacements & a museum saw the Civil War’s first shots.
4.70 (9.8K reviews)
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Fort Baker
Historical landmark
Former U.S. Army post with many historic buildings & trails overlooking the San Francisco Bay.
4.70 (3.2K reviews)
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Fort Ticonderoga
Historical landmark
Active during 2 wars, this 18th-century fort features reenactments, gardens & a weapons collection.
4.70 (2.1K reviews)
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Old Fort Jackson
Historical landmark
Georgia's oldest standing brick fort, with river views, daily cannon firings & interactive programs.
4.70 (2K reviews)
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Fort de Chartres State Historic Site
Fortress
👍 Great low-speed sight seeing spot. Self guided tours. Easy walking on level ground. Modern restrooms. There is also a playground for children. Pet friendly Nice museum inside the fort. Cost is donation. We really enjoyed this well preserved early 18th century fort along the Mississippi River.
4.70 (594 reviews)
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