FamxplorEl Morro Fort
What to expect
Castillo San Felipe del Morro, also known as El Morro, is a large fortress and citadel located in the historic district of Old San Juan in Puerto Rico. The fortification was built by the Spanish in the 16th century to guard the entrance to the San Juan Bay and defend the city from seaborne enemies. It is a six-leveled edifice with 18 to 25 ft thick walls, rising 140 ft from the Atlantic shoreline. El Morro is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Puerto Rico's leading tourist attractions, with over two million visitors a year. The fort has a rich history, having been involved in several battles and sieges, including the Battle of San Juan in 1595 and the Spanish-American War in 1898. Visitors can explore the fort and learn about its history, and it is a great place to visit with family and friends
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Activities: We ran around, tumbled and flew kites on huge the lawn leading up to El Morro, the giant fort that dominates Old San Juan’s waterfront
Highlights: The kids weren’t especially interested in the historical content and we didn’t even look for a Junior Ranger Program. But it was old and creepy enough to be exciting and we were able to read plaques and signs while they clambered on cannons ✨