Fort George
A headland fort built by the French in 1705, overlooking St. George's Harbour and Grand Anse Bay. It is also where the 1983 coup took place.
Fort George stands on the headland west of St. George's harbour. Originally called Fort Royal, it has well-preserved walls, gun emplacements and tunnels. It now houses the police headquarters, and parts of it are open to visitors. The views are excellent: you can see both the colorful houses of the inner harbour and the open sea. In 1983, Prime Minister Maurice Bishop was killed here, and a memorial plaque stands in the grounds.
The walk from the waterfront up a steep slope takes about 10 minutes. There is a small admission fee, and opening hours vary, so check on site. Wear non-slip shoes.
Opening hours
About 08:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- House of Chocolate
- Grenada National Museum
- St. George's Carenage
- St. George's Market Square
- St. George's Anglican Church
- Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
- Bianca C Wreck
- Fort Frederick