Fort Matanzas National Monument

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"A smaller coastal fort accessible by ferry that makes a natural extension to historic-site itineraries, offering scenic waterfront views and an opportunity to explore another piece of the region's colonial defenses." - Skye Sherman Skye Sherman Skye Sherman is a travel writer based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Aside from traveling, she's also a pilot, scuba diver, bookworm, and fourth-generation Floridian. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, USA Today, Palm Beach Illustrated, Atlas Obscura, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines