Physical Address:

Battery Park

New York, NY 10004

Mailing Address:

26 Wall St

New York, NY 10005

contact-details

  • Phone Number: 2123447220 Voice

  • Phone Number: 2124259363 Fax

  • Email Address: cacl_info@nps.gov

  • Description:

Fees

Entrance Fees
Entrance Passes

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan Island, Castle Clinton stands where New York City began, and represents not only the city’s growth, but the growth of a nation. Initially intended to prevent a British invasion in 1812, the fortification has transformed over the years to welcome theatergoers, immigrants, sightseers, and now, millions of visitors to New York Harbor.

park designation:National Monument

Directions:

Castle Clinton is located in historic Battery Park. It is only directly accessible by foot, bicycle, or wheelchair. You cannot drive directly to the site. Local parking is nearly impossible to find and expensive. All public transportation options are located outside of Battery Park.

For detailed directions, please visit this link.

Directions

Operating Hours:

Castle Clinton

Castle Clinton is open daily except Thanksgiving day and Christmas Day.

Exceptions:
  • Closed Thanksgiving Holiday (November 27, 2025 - November 27, 2025)
  • Closed Christmas Holiday (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)

Weather Information:

Castle Clinton National Monument has a variety of weather. New York City has hot summers and cold winters. Spring can have heavy rains and Autumn can be cool. http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=New+York&state=NY&site=OKX&lat=40.7198&lon=-73.993#.Vqj8OvkrJlZ

Activities
Arts and Culture
Arts and Culture

Guided Tours
Guided Tours

Junior Ranger Program
Junior Ranger Program

Shopping
Shopping

Bookstore and Park Store
Bookstore and Park Store