Historic Ruins & Heritage

Castle Clinton National Monument

📍 1 Battery Park, New York, NY 10004

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Quick Facts

Location: USA, New York
Category: Historic Ruins & Heritage
Duration: 30-60 minutes
Opening Hours: Open daily year-round (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas), roughly 8am-5pm, extended in summer
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free admission
Address: 1 Battery Park, New York, NY 10004
Coordinates: 40.7035, -74.0166

Introduction

Castle Clinton National Monument is a circular sandstone fort in Battery Park at the southern tip of Manhattan, built 1808-11 to defend New York harbor. Undamaged by war, it later served as an opera venue, as America's first major immigrant reception station from 1855 to 1890 (about 7.5 million immigrants landed here), and as an aquarium from 1896. Today it houses ticketing for the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ferries, and the fort is open free with exhibits.

✨ Highlights

Circular stone fort history and New York harbor defense (built 1811)

At Castle Clinton National Monument, Circular stone fort history and New York harbor defense (built 1811) is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Exhibits on the immigrant reception station that processed ~7.5 million people (1855-90)

At Castle Clinton National Monument, Exhibits on the immigrant reception station that processed ~7.5 million people (1855-90) is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Open-air views over the harbor, Statue of Liberty and ferry docks

At Castle Clinton National Monument, Open-air views over the harbor, Statue of Liberty and ferry docks is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & clothing：Prepare for the local climate with sun protection, water and suitable footwear; some outdoor spots can be sunny.

→On-site notes：Follow on-site signs and rules, protect the heritage/environment, and do not climb or touch exhibits.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven ground and may be physically demanding.

→Opening Hours：Open daily year-round (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas), roughly 8am-5pm, extended in summer

→Transportation：Subway 1/R/W to Whitehall St-South Ferry, or 4/5 to Bowling Green, then walk; also near the Staten Island Ferry.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free admission

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open daily year-round (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas), roughly 8am-5pm, extended in summer; admission: Free admission.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Castle Clinton National Monument?

Open daily year-round (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas), roughly 8am-5pm, extended in summer

How much is the admission for Castle Clinton National Monument?

Adult: Free; Free admission

Any practical tips for visiting Castle Clinton National Monument?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open daily year-round (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas), roughly 8am-5pm, extended in summer; admission: Free admission. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.