Colonial Fort Condé, Coastal Plain Travel Guide

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Explore Mobile's colonial history at this reconstructed 18th-century French fort with interactive exhibits and living history demonstrations.

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Colonial Fort Condé

Step back in time at Colonial Fort Condé, a partially reconstructed 18th-century French fort in downtown Mobile, Alabama. Explore interactive exhibits, living history demonstrations, and artifacts that showcase the city's rich colonial heritage under French, British, and Spanish rule.

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150 S Royal St, Mobile, Central Business District, Alabama, 36602, US
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Monday 9 am-4:30 pm
Tuesday 9 am-4:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am-4:30 pm
Thursday 9 am-4:30 pm
Friday 9 am-4:30 pm
Saturday 9 am-4:30 pm
Sunday 1 pm-4:30 pm

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Admission to Colonial Fort Condé is included with admission to the History Museum of Mobile, so plan to visit both for a comprehensive understanding of the city's history.
Check the History Museum of Mobile's website for special events, living history demonstrations, and seasonal activities at Colonial Fort Condé.
Take a stroll through Mardi Gras Park, where you can view additional remnants of the original Fort Condé.

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Getting There

Walking

From the Mobile Convention Center or nearby downtown hotels, Colonial Fort Condé is easily accessible on foot. Head south on Royal Street; the fort will be on your left, just past Government Street. The walk is generally flat and takes about 5-10 minutes from most central locations. No costs are associated with walking.
Public Transport

The Wave Transit System serves downtown Mobile. Several bus routes have stops near Colonial Fort Condé. Check the Wave Transit website or app for the most up-to-date schedules and route information. From the nearest bus stop on Government Street, walk south on Royal Street to reach the fort. A single ride fare is $1.25.
Taxi/Ride-Share

Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Mobile. Request a ride to Colonial Fort Condé at 150 S Royal Street. Expect to pay around $8-$12 for a short trip within downtown Mobile.
Driving

If driving, navigate to 150 S Royal Street, Mobile, AL 36602. Limited two-hour street parking is available in the area for $1 per hour. Paid parking lots are also located nearby. Parking fees in these lots typically range from $4-$10 for a few hours.

Discover more about Colonial Fort Condé

Colonial Fort Condé offers a captivating glimpse into Mobile's colonial past. Originally built by the French in 1723, the fort was a strategic stronghold, guarding Mobile and its vital port on the Gulf of Mexico. Throughout its history, the fort changed hands, each colonial power leaving its mark. It was first named Fort Louis, then Fort Condé by the French, later becoming Fort Charlotte under British rule, and finally Fuerta Carlota when the Spanish took control.Today, visitors can explore a partial reconstruction of the fort, approximately one-third of the original structure built at four-fifths scale. Inside, interactive exhibits and historical artifacts detail the lives of Native Americans and European colonists who shaped Mobile's early history. Walk along the fort's walls, view replicas of artillery storage, jail cells, and soldiers' quarters, and take in unmatched views of Mobile's skyline. Living history demonstrations and special events, including musketry demonstrations on Saturdays, bring the past to life.Colonial Fort Condé stands as a testament to Mobile's complex and vibrant past, offering a unique opportunity to experience the city's evolution through innovation, conquest, plunder, piracy, and war. It also serves as the city's official welcome center.