17th-century fort guarding the entrance to St. John's Harbour, featuring original cannons, stone fortifications, and powder magazine. Offers beautiful views of the harbor and coastline. Small but historically significant military site with adjacent beach.
| Admission | Free |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily sunrise to sunset |
| Typical visit | 45 minutes - 1 hour |
| Address | Fort James Beach, St. John's, Antigua |
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- history, photography, families
Location
Fort James Beach, St. John's, Antigua
17.1256, -61.8608 View on map
Tips for visiting
- Combine with relaxing at Fort James Beach
- Great sunset viewing location
- Watch for cruise ships entering harbor
Tours and tickets
Fort James
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