South Beach
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national park site
Fort Wadsworth
by National Park Service – Gateway National Recreation Area
Rosebank
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About Fort Wadsworth
A historic military site at the Staten Island foot of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, with a visitor center, fort ruins and views across the Narrows. Kids can explore old batteries and watch ships pass under the bridge.
- Views of the Verrazzano Bridge
- Historic fortifications
- Free
- Address
- 210 New York Avenue, 10305
- Phone
- (718) 354-4606
- Website
- nps.gov
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Weekly schedule
| Monday | 10 AM – 4 PM |
| Tuesday | — |
| Wednesday | — |
| Thursday | — |
| Friday | 10 AM – 4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 4 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM – 4 PM |
Visitor center Fri–Mon 10 AM–4 PM
Cost
Free
Plan a visit
Open Mon, Fri–Sun. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Questions parents ask about Fort Wadsworth
What ages is Fort Wadsworth best for?
Ages 4–17.
How much does Fort Wadsworth cost?
Free
What are the hours for Fort Wadsworth?
Sunday: 10 AM–4 PM · Monday: 10 AM–4 PM · Friday: 10 AM–4 PM · Saturday: 10 AM–4 PM. Visitor center Fri–Mon 10 AM–4 PM
Where is Fort Wadsworth?
210 New York Avenue, 10305, in Rosebank, Staten Island.
Is Fort Wadsworth indoors?
No. Fort Wadsworth is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
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