Fort George, Historic site in Saint James, Trinidad and Tobago.
Fort George is a military fortress on a hilltop in Saint James featuring stone walls, barracks, ammunition storage, and gun positions. The layout was designed to watch over the water and surrounding areas, providing coastal defense for the island.
British forces built the fort between 1796 and 1800 after defeating French troops at the Battle of San Juan. Construction followed a period of conflict on the island, when several nations competed for control of Trinidad.
The fortress reflects British military design of its era and shows how Trinidad served as a strategic outpost in colonial times. Visitors can still sense the defensive purpose that shaped every detail of the structure and its position on the landscape.
The site is open daily to visitors and offers good views over the bay and surrounding hills. The paths vary in condition, so wear sturdy shoes and bring water for exploring the entire grounds.
The original cannons still sit along the walls pointing toward the bay and distant mountains. These weapons remind visitors of the fort's role in monitoring the waters below, frozen in time as they stand watch.
Location: Saint James
Address: MFQ5+858, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-17:30
Phone: +18686234714
Website: https://nationaltrust.tt/location/fort-george
GPS coordinates: 10.68818,-61.54219
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:48
Trinidad and Tobago offer a combination of coastal landscapes, nature reserves and historic colonial sites. The two islands lie off the northern coast of Venezuela and include diverse habitats ranging from mangrove swamps to rainforests and coral reefs. Attractions include the Caroni Swamp with its scarlet ibis colony, the Asa Wright Nature Centre in the Arima Valley and the natural asphalt deposit at La Brea Pitch Lake in southwestern Trinidad. The capital Port of Spain features colonial architecture including the Magnificent Seven along Western Main Road, the Red House parliament building and the Royal Botanic Gardens. Tobago provides beaches such as Pigeon Point Beach, Store Bay and Englishman's Bay, plus Fort King George above Scarborough. The Tobago Forest Reserve protects one of the oldest protected rainforest areas in the Western Hemisphere, while Little Tobago Island serves as a bird sanctuary. The Buccoo Reef Marine Area and Nylon Pool off Tobago's west coast offer access for snorkelers and divers. Religious sites like Dattatreya Temple and Mount St. Benedict Monastery reflect the country's cultural diversity. Additional natural attractions include Argyle Waterfalls, Adventure Farm and Nature Reserve, and the Yerette hummingbird sanctuary in Trinidad's Northern Range mountains.
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