Title: Fort Christiansvaern in Christiansted Historic District - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Fort Christiansvaern Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Fort-Christiansvaern-Hotels.0-l6068077-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Fort Christiansvaern Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Fort-Christiansvaern.d6068077.Car-Rental-Guide)[Christiansted Historic District Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Christiansted-Historic-District.d953542536822439936.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Fort Christiansvaern Tours and Activities ![Fort Christiansvaern featuring heritage elements, military items and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068077/721faf53-9cdb-4b27-a955-d23d14b8d298.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Christiansvaern featuring heritage elements, military items and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068077/721faf53-9cdb-4b27-a955-d23d14b8d298.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Christiansvaern showing heritage elements and military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068077/1cab17e0-0062-4958-ae28-96d4cb30dc5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Christiansvaern featuring military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068077/a85d3d5a-c459-43db-9c44-4153a2a9773d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Christiansvaern which includes military items and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068077/12af1e7d-ef93-4c1d-b070-d3c50c88fd19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Fort Christiansvaern Activities --- --- #### One of the oldest buildings on the island, this fort offers magnificent views as well as a look back in time to the years of Danish rule in St. Croix. Hear fascinating stories of pirate attacks and slave revolts that were halted by the stern defenses of Fort Christiansvaern. Survey the imposing yellow walls and explore the soldiers’ living quarters, which have remained almost completely untouched since Danish soldiers were stationed here. Wander along the Christiansted seafront and look for the striking Fort Christiansvaern. The fort was originally constructed between 1738 and 1749, using mainly bricks that were brought to the island as ship’s ballast. It was designed to protect the island from pirate sieges and slave revolts. Following hurricane damage in 1771, several parts of the complex were rebuilt. The structure remains one of the best-preserved examples of a European fort in the Virgin Islands. Stand outside the fort and admire the imposing, yellow walls before making your way through the main entrance into the interior. The inside is laid out in a star formation around a small central courtyard. Walk around the barracks, which are outfitted with period furnishings, and the kitchen with old-style cooking utensils. Continue downstairs and discover the small, dark rooms of the dungeon. Step inside one of the dingy spaces and it will soon become clear why everyone from pirates to local criminals and slaves feared being locked up inside the fort. Escape the prison and head for the upper deck. The cannons that are displayed here were set-up so they could, if necessary, fire upon enemy ships as they approached the island. The views across the bay from the fortifications are spectacular. Watch people swimming from the beach at Protestant Cay or gaze across the rolling green hills behind you. Fort Christiansvaern is just a short stroll from the center of town. The fort is open daily, with the exception of a few major public holidays. There is an admission fee to enter the fort, which has an on-site visitor center with rangers on hand to answer questions. ## Plan a trip to see Fort Christiansvaern Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![The Frederiksted Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16790000/16789900/16789884/9685a52c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Frederiksted Hotel Downtown Frederiksted CA $1,554 per person Mar 22 - Mar 28 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Toronto (YTO) to Christiansted (STX) 8.4/10 Very Good! (310 reviews) It was charming! Just a one night stay before we got on our live aboard. Staff was very accommodating. Location was terrific…breakfast in the courtyard… very nice! 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