Fort Frederick
Fort Frederick
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Protects the harbor's eastern entrance and has panoramic views of Grenada's southwestern coastline.
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- Vanasha DBrooklyn, New York10 contributionsSophia Is the best tour guide ever!!!As someone who was born in Grenada but not raised their, I knew the basics of the history of my country. While visiting with friends we fort Fredrick’s was in the the list of to do and the tour didn’t disappoint, our tour guide was Sophia she was so young but extremely educated on the historical facts. She had our attention from start to finish and even quizzed us at the end of the tour, she made the experience just great.Visited November 2022Travelled with friendsWritten November 30, 2022
- GrahamP113Witham, United Kingdom1,727 contributionsPart of tripReally great vantage point to see the area of St George’s. Interesting spot with some original brickwork but it is definitely the spectacular views that draw you in. Easy to access by car and then a short walkVisited January 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten January 10, 2023
- sam cAnn Arbor, Michigan327 contributionsGreat views, interesting historyVisited Fort Frederick as part of a larger, multi-stop tour of the island. This was probably my favorite part of the trip. Takes a little while to get up there, but it is an enjoyable drive up to the fort (lots of great views and interesting to see the communities of the island). You can get a guide that will give you a little education about the fort, which is very interesting to hear and point out features of importance. Views from the top of the fort are spectacular - you have a great vantage point of the island, being able to see in many different directions for a long way (and see some of the other landmarks of the island)! Really enjoyed visiting the fort. If you like views, this may be worth going up to see standalone. If you're going as part of a multi-stop trip like me, this is a great spot!Visited January 2023Written January 21, 2023
- Reslysten54Vienna, Virginia2,067 contributionsSpectacular viewsOur guide, Erica, was very knowledgeable and spoke in clear English. After the overview we had lots of questions and she demonstrated her comprehensive knowledge of Grenada. There was no formal charge, but she earned a nice tip. The views are spectacular, but knowing the history of this fort adds a lot. A local band played by the entrance to the fort which added nice flavor to the visit.Visited January 2023Written February 2, 2023
- Robert D2,678 contributionsLovely viewsFort Frederick was was started by the French in 1779 and completed by the British in 1791, after the island changed hands. The ruins are interesting, but there is not a lot to see here. The views of St. George's are magnificent, though.Visited April 2023Travelled soloWritten May 21, 2023
- roadsideshopKirkwall, United Kingdom1,621 contributionsFort fredrickA very interesting piece of history. One of the forts built in St George's. Lovely views off the sides looking on all of st George's. Short informative tour telling you about the forts history. Also there is a lovely breeze at the top of the fort which is very refreshing on a hot day.Visited June 2023Travelled with friendsWritten June 29, 2023
- Tiffany Y.Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania11 contributions1700s stone fort, needs informative plaquesI visited Fort Frederick as part of a shore excursion for a cruise. This fort was built by the French and the British in the 1700s. The fort overlooks St. George’s harbor and the city below, so visitors can see some pretty views. I walked around the grounds on my own, and I felt interested in seeing the stone walls and stairwells. I saw an unfinished, hand-painted sign that mentioned some information about the fort, and I would have appreciated more informative signs.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten November 20, 2023
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Tiffany Y.
Pittsburgh, PA11 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
I visited Fort Frederick as part of a shore excursion for a cruise. This fort was built by the French and the British in the 1700s. The fort overlooks St. George’s harbor and the city below, so visitors can see some pretty views. I walked around the grounds on my own, and I felt interested in seeing the stone walls and stairwells. I saw an unfinished, hand-painted sign that mentioned some information about the fort, and I would have appreciated more informative signs.
Written November 20, 2023
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roadsideshop
Kirkwall, UK1,621 contributions
Jun. 2023 • Friends
A very interesting piece of history. One of the forts built in St George's. Lovely views off the sides looking on all of st George's. Short informative tour telling you about the forts history. Also there is a lovely breeze at the top of the fort which is very refreshing on a hot day.
Written June 29, 2023
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Robert D
Brooklyn, New York2,678 contributions
Apr. 2023 • Solo
Fort Frederick was was started by the French in 1779 and completed by the British in 1791, after the island changed hands. The ruins are interesting, but there is not a lot to see here. The views of St. George's are magnificent, though.
Written May 21, 2023
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lee a
Sheffield, UK690 contributions
Jan. 2023 • Couples
Just in Grenada for the day as we was on a cruise ship, had a tour around the island which before the beach we went to this fort high up giving us great views of the capital and the seashore. We only spent around 20 minutes here even though we paid a small entry fee as there wasn’t much to see other than just an historical site with a few walls to be honest.
Written April 25, 2023
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Jotum
Knoxville, TN1,543 contributions
Feb. 2023
This is way up on the hill overlooking St. George's. It gives a great view of that side of the island including Grand Anse beach and the town of St. George's. It was attacked by the US during the fighting in the 1980's.
Written February 23, 2023
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia17,643 contributions
Jan. 2023
Fort Frederic is another French fort in Grenada set inland and protecting the capital from inland side.
It seemed better preserved and higher elevated than the Fort George downtown. However, you need a taxi to come to visit it, so count on around 2 hours for a complete trip.
It seemed better preserved and higher elevated than the Fort George downtown. However, you need a taxi to come to visit it, so count on around 2 hours for a complete trip.
Written February 13, 2023
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beach2011_11
Marystown, Canada171 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Couples
Visited this place as part of an excursion and we were so fortunate to have Sophia as our tour guide. This place is loaded with history and Sophia does the best job ever of telling us all about it. She is very good at her job.
Written February 11, 2023
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Reslysten54
Vienna, VA2,067 contributions
Jan. 2023
Our guide, Erica, was very knowledgeable and spoke in clear English. After the overview we had lots of questions and she demonstrated her comprehensive knowledge of Grenada. There was no formal charge, but she earned a nice tip.
The views are spectacular, but knowing the history of this fort adds a lot.
A local band played by the entrance to the fort which added nice flavor to the visit.
The views are spectacular, but knowing the history of this fort adds a lot.
A local band played by the entrance to the fort which added nice flavor to the visit.
Written February 2, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
sam c
Ann Arbor, MI327 contributions
Jan. 2023
Visited Fort Frederick as part of a larger, multi-stop tour of the island. This was probably my favorite part of the trip. Takes a little while to get up there, but it is an enjoyable drive up to the fort (lots of great views and interesting to see the communities of the island). You can get a guide that will give you a little education about the fort, which is very interesting to hear and point out features of importance. Views from the top of the fort are spectacular - you have a great vantage point of the island, being able to see in many different directions for a long way (and see some of the other landmarks of the island)! Really enjoyed visiting the fort. If you like views, this may be worth going up to see standalone. If you're going as part of a multi-stop trip like me, this is a great spot!
Written January 21, 2023
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GrahamP113
Witham, UK1,727 contributions
Jan. 2023 • Couples
Really great vantage point to see the area of St George’s. Interesting spot with some original brickwork but it is definitely the spectacular views that draw you in. Easy to access by car and then a short walk
Written January 10, 2023
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IanK599
Wilmslow, UK108 contributions
Hi Julie. You say that you took a private tour on Grenada. Was that pre-booked or did you arrange locally and who with?
Thanks
c1045ef
New York City, NY27 contributions
What is the admission cost?
often_crabby-travele
Saint Paul, MN424 contributions
2 or 3 of local currency
Hollyrik
Bellevue, WA433 contributions
About how long is the "healthy hike" up to the fort?
often_crabby-travele
Saint Paul, MN424 contributions
It's not trifling, there's some legitimate altitude gain. Just take your time, and take a breath. Stop and enjoy the halfway up view.
Utsi W
Bismarck, ND91 contributions
What is the hours of operation and what tour company did you find Alice with. We are staying in an apartment and trying to decide if we need a guide forvsomevofvourvexcurtion or if we are going to do on own and her name keeps popping up as a nice fit.
TinyToken
Rockledge, FL30 contributions
Is this fort in walking distance from the port? Or is there a bus that can get us there?
often_crabby-travele
Saint Paul, MN424 contributions
Absolutely walking distance if you give yourself an hour for there and back. Get good directions so you don't go the wrong way.
andreeperry
Stratford-upon-Avon, UK10 contributions
What is average rental price for self catering in Fort Frederick in high season
andreeperry
Stratford-upon-Avon, UK10 contributions
What is average holiday rental in high season
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