1. Fort Fincastle is a historic site located in Nassau, Bahamas. It was built in 1793 by Lord Dunmore, the Governor of the Bahamas, to protect the island from pirates. The fort is made of limestone and was designed to resemble a castle in Scotland, hence its name. It features a water tank that was used to store fresh water for the soldiers, as well as canons that were used to defend the island. Today, visitors can tour the fort and enjoy panoramic views of the city and harbor from the top of the fort.
2. Fort Fincastle is open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm. The phone number for the fort is +1 (242) 323-0524.
3. Admission to Fort Fincastle is included with the ticket price for the Queen’s Staircase, which is located nearby. The cost for adults is $1.00 USD and children under 12 are free. Visitors can reach the fort by taking a taxi or walking from the downtown area of Nassau.
