Colonial Fort Condé, Piney Woods Travel Guide

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Discover Mobile's colonial past at this partially reconstructed 18th-century French fort in the heart of downtown.

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Explore a partially reconstructed 18th-century French fort in downtown Mobile, Alabama. Colonial Fort Condé offers a glimpse into the city's colonial past, with interactive exhibits and historical artifacts.

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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, plan to visit both.
Check the History Museum of Mobile's website for special events and living history demonstrations at Colonial Fort Condé.
Saturday musketry demonstrations are held in the courtyard, weather and staff permitting.

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Getting There

Walking

Colonial Fort Condé is easily accessible on foot from most downtown Mobile locations, including the Mobile Convention Center and nearby hotels. Head south on Royal Street, and the fort will be on your left, just past Government Street. The walk is generally flat and takes about 5-10 minutes.
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 on Church Street and near the Riverview Hotel. Parking fees in these lots typically range from $4-$10 for a few hours.

Discover more about Colonial Fort Condé

Colonial Fort Condé, a partially reconstructed French fort dating back to 1723, stands as a tangible link to Mobile's rich and complex colonial history. Originally built by the French and named Fort Louis, it was later renamed Fort Condé. Throughout its history, the fort has been under French, British (as Fort Charlotte), and Spanish (as Fuerta Carlota or Fort Carlota) rule before finally becoming part of the United States.Today's fort is a scaled-down (four-fifths scale) reconstruction of about one-third of the original. Visitors can explore exhibits featuring artifacts from Mobile's colonial past and walk along the fort walls for views of the city. Historical interpreters are often on-site, offering insights into daily life during colonial times and providing guided tours. Musketry demonstrations take place on Saturdays.Admission to Colonial Fort Condé is included with admission to the History Museum of Mobile.