Castle Clinton
New York, United States
Built in 1811, it served as the main reception point for immigrants from 1855 to 1890.
Castle Clinton is a historic fort built in 1811 in lower Manhattan to protect New York Harbor during the War of 1812. Throughout its history, it served as an entertainment center, theater, aquarium, and from 1855-1890 as the main reception point for immigrants. Currently, it is a National Monument and a ticket sales point for ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The fort offers insight into the city's defensive history and migration waves.
- Visit time: 45 min
How long does it take to visit Castle Clinton?
Plan about 45 min.
Nearby
- The Battery — 110 m
- Bowling Green — 320 m
- Delmonico's — 580 m
- New York Stock Exchange — 610 m
- Trinity Church — 640 m
- Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church — 790 m
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