We actually liked this fort better than Fort Morgan - smaller, but not as much walking & not as many steep stairs to climb & better scenery. They did not have a military discount on admission like Fort Morgan does, though - still not bad...More

History at your finger tips. Much to see. We enjoyed a sunrise Easter service this year for the first time. What an experience. Beautiful!!!

Fort Gaines is a nice place for families to learn the history of this place. A leisure stroll with period cannons and the fort itself. Beach is right around the back side and you can fish off of rocks. Also you can catch the sunrise...More

Looks impressive from the Beach but I would not pay the price of admission to walk through unless I were a serious history buff.

This fort is rich in history and is very well preserved. I myself was very suprised in hearing that Aaron Burr was captured and held at this very fort. My favorite thing about this place is the beautiful view over the water. If you look...More

History buffs will like it but it is just an old fort with walls.Your time is better spent on the island enjoying nature, fishing, and going to the beach.

Everyone who visits the island should come here at least once in their lifetime! We have been here several times because our son is such a history buff and just loves it here! You need to bring hiking shoes or tennis shoes because it is...More

If you have extra time on the island, then add this to the list of things to do. Depending on how much one enjoys history, it could be more interesting to some than others.

Been to the island.many times but never took the official tour. This is a great and inexpensive way to get the history of the island. Self guided walking tour and great museums of local history...must do if you like history!

We had a fantastic time exploring this old fort! The kids loved exploring all the corridors and rooms, but got bored of it before my husband & I did. My husband really enjoyed watching/ chatting with the blacksmith. There was a sign on the main...More