Castle Clinton National Monument
Historic and Protected Site and Monument
Financial District, New York
"... station (before Ellis Island), a beer garden, theater, public aquarium &..."(4 Tips)
"Is the place to get Statue of Liberty tickets."(2 Tips)
"... of 1812 against the British, Castle Clinton went on to serve a variety..."(3 Tips)
"The tour with the ranger is worth doing."(2 Tips)
33 Tips and reviewsFilter:
- statue of liberty
- ellis island
- british
- historic sites
- scenic views
- (14 more)
Sort:
- Popular
- Recent
- HISTORYJanuary 7, 2013Built as a U.S. military fort in 1811 in anticipation of the War of 1812 against the British, Castle Clinton went on to serve a variety of roles.
- MetroFocusApril 10, 2012One of NYC's most multi-functional landmarks, serving multiple roles: a fort, America's first immigration station (before Ellis Island), a beer garden, theater, public aquarium & a national monument. Read more
Reagan BarbosaAugust 24, 2016The tour with the ranger is worth doing. Only takes about 30 minutes, and I learned a lot of interesting things, like why Battery Park is called Battery Park.
IWalked Audio ToursSeptember 5, 2011Last of 5 forts built in NYC for War of 1812. Erected by students of Columbia University. Site of NY Aquarium until 1941. Now host to ferries to Liberty and Ellis Islands. More info avail via our blog Read more
Ahn BustamanteFebruary 2, 2017This is where you get tickets to the fairy. Book your tickets online to avoid the long wait.
eric bornemannDecember 29, 2023Tons of history in this small place. Make sure you have your tickets for liberty in advance
Kate FurmanJune 1, 2015Check out the free museum near the entrance. Also, they have public free cleanish bathrooms.
The Ritz-CarltonMarch 2, 2012Named after Mayor Dewitt Clinton, the castle was constructed in the early 1800s to protect New York from attacking British Forces, and later served as one of America's first immigration stations.- Beautiful view. Is the place to get Statue of Liberty tickets.
Paulette OsborneDecember 17, 2015Doesn't look like much from the outside but inside is very interesting.
Untapped CitiesSeptember 28, 2012Did you know before Ellis Island, Castle Clinton served as the Country’s first immigration center. Read more- Untapped CitiesAugust 6, 2012Before Ellis Island, immigrants went to Castle Clinton, America's first immigration station, that also used to be an aquarium. Read more
Emily DawnMay 8, 2011If taking a ferry to Statue make sure you have no type of weapon (Swiss army knife incl.) random searches Also no big backpacks. Avg school bag size is fine.
Tim van AltenaJune 6, 2011Remember to look up from inside the courtyard. The skyline feels really strange from in there.
Omar LoggiaAugust 16, 20168:30 presentar el abono en la librería de Eastern National dentro del Castle Clinton National Monument para que te den el billete para el ferry para la Estatua de la Libertad y Ellis Island
Isabel ValeroSeptember 7, 2015Aqui se compran los tickets para Ellis Island y la estatua de la libertad
Vicente MartinezSeptember 12, 2015Lugar donde se compran o canjean las entradas para el Ferry hasta Liberty Island.
Fabio MaltaOctober 5, 2012File per fare il biglietto per la statua della libertà e file per prendere il battello..
398 Photos
Foursquare © 2024 Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan Island, Castle Clinton stands where New York City began.
Likely open (See when people check in)
People tend to check in during these times:
- Today
- 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Tue–Wed
- 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Thu
- 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Fri–Sun
- 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
(212) 344-7220
See More
Other places inside Battery Park
"Pick the seats at the top of the ferry and at the left side for a great view!"
Ricardo Luciano- 6.1
"Battery Gardens will always be memorable. Michelle and team helped us throw an amazing Bat Mitzvah for our daughter. Battery Gardens was raved about by our friends and family. Thank you!"
David Thalberg - 8.7
"$5 for some dreamy, fish fun. Worth it!"
Claudia Filth
You might also like
- 8.2
"such a cool looking place, worth walking around if you're in the area"
Julie Avra - 7.9
"Cool urban ruin, close to the tip of Roosevelt Island which has a nice view of the city."
Ruthie Edwards - 5.5
"Good place to visit if you are looking for work in the fashion industry in New York. Kiosk will actually print out a list of potential employers"
Bernadette Tobin
Places people like to go after Castle Clinton National Monument
- 9.3
"you should definitely take the boat and have this one hour tour. see manhattan, Statue of Liberty, Manhattan and Brooklyn bridge. tip: pick the right side of the boat (starboard) for better view!"
Vasilis - 9.1
"Second to none. Relax . The best in the apple"
Fabio - 8.9
"The boat trip with view to Manhattan skyline, lady Liberty and more is the best part."
Erik Brok
Appears on 179 lists
Created by ParisianGeek
199 items • 600 followers
Created by Maria Dutra da Silveira
78 items • 417 followers
Created by Scott Gillis
200 items • 68 followers