Good to know
- Tickets
- Free to visit, including the ferry. Every passenger needs a free boarding pass from the visitor center.
- Time needed
- 1.5 to 2 hours for the ferry, fort and a short nature trail.
- Best time
- October to May for milder weather. The ferry does not run Tuesdays or Wednesdays and may cancel in bad weather.
- Getting there
- St. Augustine is about 25 minutes away. Jacksonville International Airport is about 1 hour 15 minutes away by car.
Where to stay nearby
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Fort Matanzas National Monument questions
How do you get to Fort Matanzas?
You take a short free ferry from the visitor center. Pick up boarding passes early, as they go fast.
Does the Fort Matanzas ferry run every day?
No. It runs Thursday to Monday and can be cancelled for weather. Check nps.gov before you go.
Is Fort Matanzas worth it if you have seen the Castillo?
Yes, it is smaller and quieter, with a boat ride and beach nearby. It pairs well with a day in St. Augustine.
