Colonial Fort Condé

This was a really cool fort. It's the only fort I've been to that was in the middle of a city. It is a recreated fort as the original was torn down to be used as a foundation for Water St downtown, but they did a great job rebuilding it. The view from the fort is wildly different then it would have been while originally in use and there's even a highway that runs under the fort. It is filled with great history and id definitely recommend visiting.

Fun place to explore we got to climb on top of the fort and explore the inside as well. We were excited to see that they had a time capsule that is due to be open July 4 2026. Probably gonna come back for that. Never experienced anything like that before.

Pretty cool exhibit! If you are visiting the History Museum of Mobile, definitely check this out!

My wife and I had a wonderful time visiting the fort on Saturday November 16th 2024. There happen to be re-enactment in progress concerning the Revolutionary period. The staff and actors were extremely helpful and friendly. I would definitely recommend a visit to the fort. Buy a all in one pass if you are in the area for more than one day.

Quick walk thru interesting facts French and Native American influences on each other and the areas. characters dressed in period clothing telling stories as well. Nice way to spend a Sunday getting the kids out of the house.

So cute. They even had actors in different rooms. We popped over after visiting the Mobile History Museum. It was free admission after the visit to the History Museum. They also offer free admissions to Military & EBT holders. We got free admission because my husband is Coast Guard.

I would personally not pay for this because this is not the original fort. But the first Sunday of every month it is free to visit so take advantage of that. I love historic forts because of the actual bricks and mortar used. I like to touch historic forts and imagine what the soldiers experienced but the original one was destroyed here. A few bricks at the park next door are still there.

This was a short but good historical experience and self guided tour.

This was a wonderful self guided tour of the replica of the Fort. Lots to read and discover.

I am so glad I came here to learn about this fort..The history of Mobile is explained in detail about how the area changed hands from French, British, to US rule..Alot of history about the area Indians..I took my time reading and observing the historical objects..The construction of the fort was also explained in detail..come here to learn..about Mobile..there is another house museum behind the fort, but it only opens Wed to Sun..and I was leaving Mobile by then

This was Free as part of the History Museum. Across the street. It's more of a little park area with a few artifacts in the buildings.

The original fort was torn down in the 1800s. This is a replica fort built on the same site. The cost is free to tour. Inside the fort is original antiques from the original fort. The tour is self guided with plenty of literature to read. The courtyard has a few cannons. The whole tour takes less than an hour. Kid friendly.

I also like to soak in a bit of history from wherever I am traveling and this gem is free to tour. There is a parking lot and the tour is self guided. They have plenty of artifacts, weapons, maps and all of the exhibits were well appointed. Watch your head though if you are tall because the doorways are very low. There's also a replica of a jail cell so, make sure you jump in there for the obligatory photo op! Make sure you take the staircase up to the roof of the fort because the view of the skyline is impeccable from up there. It only took us about a half hour to tour the museum so, it's a good stop for a quick history lesson if you don't have much time.

Free, free, free! Now that I have your attention with this place being free to visit, let me tell you how cool it is so you will want to visit. Walking into the attached Welcome Center, they have tons of brochures about area attractions, and they give you a brief history of the fort. Before constructing the Wallace Tunnel, they were required to do an archeological dig. During this dig, they dug up so many artifacts from where the old fort once stood, they were inspired to reconstruct it. They went to France, got copies of the blueprints (amazing they were still in existence), and reconstructed the fort at one-third the size of the original structure. Walking through the fort you see many of the artifacts on display, along with a few replicas. Of course, it tells the story of the fort and Mobile under the French, British and Spanish rule, and the role the old fort played during the wars. The French built the fort and named it Fort Conde in honor of Gen Louis II de Boubon, Prince of Conde. Under British rule, the name was changed to Fort Charlotte, in honor of the Queen. Under Spanish rule, it was called Fuerta Carlota, which is Spanish for Fort Charlotte. The Spanish handed the fort over to the Americans in 1813, and it was demolished shortly thereafter. The top of the fort, which you can walk, lends a great view of the Mobile skyline. A bonus is that it's a great way to see what's above the tunnels, if you've ever wondered. Fort Conde sits right on top of the Wallace Tunnel. It takes about an hour to an hour and a half to walk around and see all there is to see. It's a great way to stretch your legs if you're driving through the area and looking to stop, or to do a little sightseeing and get a little history lesson in less than an afternoon. Did I mention, it's free?

I've loved this place since I was a kid. A very significant part ofMobile's history. Duck Boat tours, a Sunday brunch, and a cool day in Downtown Mobile.

This is a great, free, attraction in downtown Mobile, AL! Fort Conde has a walk thru museum housed within the chambers of the fort. There are hundreds of artifacts on display including the skull of a dolphin (something I had never seen) and strands of trading beads. The displays are clearly marked and offer an opportunity to learn interesting facts about the area. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes so that you can climb to the top of the fort and see the canons up close! The grounds are maintained well and there are places to sit and rest. We visited on a beautiful sunny day which I suggest, since this is an outdoor venue! Stop by the visitors center located within the fort for more information about other attractions in the area!

It's not free admission anymore. $8 adult and $5 child. We just walked on the outside. They had a few canons on the outside and you can peek through the gates.

Great museum. Plenty of artifact displays. It has a little recreation of a battle in the Revolutionary War.

A nice spot for a historical visit, as this was the site of a battle between the Spanish and the British during the Revolution. The fort was reconstructed here. We happened to stop here on a day that a school field trip was visiting, so everyone's attention was of course on all the random kids running around, but we did talk to a few people who were doing colonial demonstrations. Mostly, we walked around the top level of the fort, taking in the view of the fort and the city around it. Recommended for a quick, and free stop, easy to get to from the interstate, this was a great spot for a break.

Very disappointing. The restaurant sounds like a very cool concept, but is not open. There were no "live action characters representing real people who lived in colonial mobile" as mentioned on the website. When I asked the employee at the store about this she said it's under new management, and that they only do that once a year now. You probably shouldn't advertise it on your website as if it's a regular occurrence. Many of the artifacts look really interesting but they aren't all labeled many are borrowed from the museum next door and refer you to them for more information. I would recommend not wasting your money to be disappointed. Go next door and pay for that museum, will likely be a more enjoyable experience.

I love to take my kids here and I love to teach them about the history of the fort. It's free and a must-see in Mobile, Alabama. A beautiful place! I love downtown Mobile and this place really secures my love for Mobile. It is very informative and my children love coming here.