Fort Santa Agueda, Southern Guam Travel Guide

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Explore Guam's history at Fort Santa Agueda, the last Spanish fort in Hagåtña, offering stunning views and a glimpse into the island's past.

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Fort Santa Agueda, also known as Fort Apugan, is the last surviving Spanish-era fort in Hagåtña, Guam. Built around 1800, it offers panoramic views of the city and the Philippine Sea, providing a window into Guam's colonial and military history.

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FPFX+84X, Tutuhan, Agana Heights, Fort Ct, Hagåtña, GU

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Visit during sunset for the most picturesque experience and stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Bring binoculars to enhance your view from the hilltop.
Combine your visit with a walk along the nearby Heritage Walking Trail to explore more of Hagåtña's historical sites.

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Getting There

Walking

From the Hagåtña bus terminal, head east on Route 1. Walk for approximately 20 minutes, following road signs towards Fort Santa Agueda. The walk is about 1 mile and will take you through the scenic area of Hagåtña. No costs are associated with walking.
Public Transport

Take the Guam Regional Transit Authority (GRTA) bus that runs to Hagåtña. From Hagåtña, transfer to a bus that goes towards Agana Heights. Get off at the closest stop to Fort Santa Agueda and walk to the entrance. Bus fare is approximately $1 - $3.
Car

From Tumon, take Marine Corps Drive south towards Hagåtña and continue onto Route 6. Follow Route 6 until you reach Fort Santa Agueda. There is a parking lot near the entrance. Parking is free.

Discover more about Fort Santa Agueda

Perched atop Apugan Hill, Fort Santa Agueda offers visitors a unique vantage point to appreciate Guam's history and scenery. Constructed around 1800 by the Spanish, the fort, also known as Fort Apugan, was designed to protect the capital village of Hagåtña and monitor the seas for potential threats. Named in honor of Governor Manuel Muro's wife, María Agueda del Camino, the fort is a testament to Spanish colonial efforts in the region.Built using mampostería, a construction technique involving coral stone and lime mortar, the fort originally featured embrasures for ten cannons. Although much of the original structure is now gone, the raised viewing platform offers unobstructed views of Guam's western coast, including the Philippine Sea and the northern clifflines. During the early American era, it served as a signal station, and during World War II, the Japanese built a gun emplacement on the site, with remnants of Japanese characters still visible in the concrete.Today, Fort Santa Agueda is maintained by the Guam Department of Parks and Recreation and is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. It remains a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a blend of historical significance and scenic beauty.