Fort George, St. Georges (must see)

Built between 1706 and 1710, Fort George is widely regarded as the most important historic site in St. George’s. Its long history is closely tied to many defining events on the island, including the conclusion of the Grenada Revolution on October 19, 1983. Today, the fort remains active as the headquarters of the Royal Grenada Police Force, keeping it firmly connected to daily life in the capital.

The fort was originally named Fort Royal, but its name changed to Fort George in 1763 in honor of King George III after the British took control of Grenada. Designed as a bastion-style fort, it features layered defensive levels that supported one another in times of conflict. Visitors can still see many elements typical of European military engineering of that era, including the parade ground, barracks, guardroom, gunpowder magazine, water cistern, sally port, cannons, and covered passages used for firing positions.

Fort George is also known for the wide views it provides of the surrounding landscape. From the upper levels, visitors can look out across St. George’s Town, the harbor, the southern coastline, and the open sea. The presence of historic cannons throughout the site offers appealing backdrops for photographs and helps illustrate the fort’s original defensive purpose.

Reaching the fort is relatively easy. Visitors can walk up the stairs next to the exit of the Sendall Tunnel or follow the main road leading toward the General Hospital. Exploring Fort George offers a thoughtful introduction to Grenada’s past, combining military architecture, key historical events, and far-reaching views of the island’s capital.