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Pensacola Lighthouse

2081 Radford Boulevard, (on NAS Pensacola), Pensacola, FL 32508
(850) 393-1561
Ranked #7 of 43 attractions in Pensacola
4.5 of 5 stars 102 Reviews
Type: Lighthouses
Traveler Description: The PENSACOLA LIGHTHOUSE is still an active aid to navigation. Its flashing white beacon shines at 20-second intervals and is visible 27 miles out to... more »
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Princeton, La
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

I didn't make it up the stairs. No inside rail to hold onto when going up, outside rail is for people coming down. Steps are iron see through. What ever you do be sure and wear shoes with a closed heel or you will be barefoot. No heels or flip flops!! I am afraid of heights but I knew my... More

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Fort Pierce, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

The museum part was very interesting. The climb to the top of the lighthouse was great, with little windows to look through and pause at along the way. The views from the top were amazing, and an employee was up there to give information to those who wanted it. More

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El Dorado Springs, Missouri
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Although the facilities look a little rough (from both the outside and the inside), the end result is beautiful! The price is fair at 5 dollars per adult. There are 177 METAL steps up AND 177 down (obviously). Since there's only one way up and down, it gets a little crowded at times. Flip-flops are not allowed, so I had... More

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Bethpage, Tennessee, United States
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

I love the history of the lighthouse and it's a great place to visit but I think I'll only make that climb once. More

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Birmingham, Alabama
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

I've been wanting to do this for years and finally was able to climb to the top. Not a small feat for someone out of shape and asthmatic. The view is so worth it. It's scary climbing up and down but the view makes up for it. More

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El Dorado Springs, MO
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

did not take the walk up but the area was very nice and appeared to have a nice little museum. More

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New Franklin, Missouri
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

This lighthouse was amazing, but the 177 stairs in it were a little too much for some people. The museum inside had some really great artifacts. If you decide to take the trip to the top its worth it for the views. More

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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

Located ub a really nice area, a good place to visit. More

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Decatur, Alabama
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

If you have never climbed to the top of the Pensacola Lighthouse, it is a must! The views are breathtaking along with the great historical stories More

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La Crosse, Wisconsin
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41 reviews 41 reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012
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Almost every lighthouse in the country has been changed to an automated, sealed beam light. Not here, the beautifully crafted Fresnel lens continues to do its duty. Climb to the top to enjoy the view, watch the Blue Angels practice Monday and Tuesday mornings, and marvel at the lens and rotating assembly. The keeper's house has displays on life at... More

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