Explore the Historic Fort Fincastle Water Tower

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start from downtown Nassau. Head east on Bay Street (the main road) and continue for about 1 mile (1.6 km). Look for signs indicating Fort Fincastle and Queens Staircase. Once you reach the intersection near Fort Charlotte, take a left onto Shirley Street. Continue straight until you reach the entrance to the Fort Fincastle area, where you'll find parking nearby. Note that parking may incur a small fee.

• Public Transportation

  For public transportation, take a 'jitney' (local bus) from various locations in Nassau. Look for jitneys marked for 'Downtown' or 'Fort Fincastle.' The fare is typically around $1.25 per person. Ask the driver to drop you off at the intersection of Shirley Street and the entrance to Fort Fincastle. From there, it’s a short walk to the water tower, which is adjacent to Queens Staircase.

• Walking

  If you're already in the vicinity of downtown Nassau, you can walk to Fort Fincastle. Start at the intersection of Bay Street and Shirley Street. Head up Shirley Street for about 0.5 miles (800 meters). You will pass by Fort Charlotte on your right. Continue straight, and you'll soon see the signs for Fort Fincastle Water Tower. The walk should take approximately 10-15 minutes.