Castillo San Cristóbal

About

Largest fortification the Spanish built in the new world, built in phases over 150 years, known as the Gibraltar of the Caribbean, has a central plaza bordered by eleven bomb proof vaulted rooms known as casements, six tunnels allowed troops and supplies to be moved out of enemy sight and gunfire

Why go

• Great views
• Great photo ops
• Cool history

Must try

• Explore the 18th century citadel
• Tour the castillo san cristobal fortress
• Garita del diablo, the devil's sentry box

Pro tips

• Wear comfy shoes - cobblestone streets are part of the charm
• Take it slow, soak in the history
• Visit later in the day when it was hotter

Good to know

• $10 Per adult to enter

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Rating

4.8 / 5

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