Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

About Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is a national monument located in Florida. St. Augustine has a semi-tropical climate with over 300 days of sunshine each year. Summers (May-September) are hot, bright, and humid with afternoon thunderstorms common. Temperatures range from the lower 70s to the mid 90s F. Spring (March-mid-May) and Autumn (October-late November) can be pleasant with temperatures ranging from the upper 50s into the 80s F. The Winter months (December-March) are usually dry. Temperatures can be cool ranging from the upper 30s through the 60sF.

On State Route A1A overlooking Matanzas Bay in the heart of the historic district of Saint Augustine, the Castillo is approximately a five mile drive from Interstate 95.

💰 Entrance Fees & Passes

The general entrance fee for Castillo de San Marcos starts at $15 (which commonly covers entry for a single private vehicle and passengers for up to 7 consecutive days). The park offers several fee options: Entrance - Per Person ($15). If you plan to visit multiple national parks this year, purchasing the America the Beautiful National Parks Annual Pass ($80) is highly cost-effective, as general entry to most parks will quickly offset the pass cost.

🥾 Things to Do

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument offers visitors a diverse selection of outdoor experiences. You can participate in a wide array of activities, most notably Living History, Historic Weapons Demonstration, Junior Ranger Program, Park Film, depending on the season and weather conditions. Path options exist for both casual strollers and expert backcountry adventurers.