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Carleton Martello Tower National Historic Site
Carleton Martello Tower is a historic site that
4.2 431 reviews 454 Whipple St, Saint John, NB E2M 2R3, Canada
Carleton Martello Tower is a historic site that offers a glimpse into the military history of Saint John. The tower provides a unique venue for events with stunning views of the city and harbor.
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Carleton Martello Tower National Historic Site in 454 Whipple St, Saint John, NB E2M 2R3, Canada. $175 avg. price for typical events. Popular for Historical events, Outdoor gatherings. Amenities include Historic site, Outdoor space, Guided tours, Parking, Restrooms. Request a quote to check availability, packages, and date holds. The location offers convenient access for guests and vendors, with flexible layouts to suit seated dinners, cocktail receptions, and hybrid programs.
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Rating: 4.2/5 (431 Google reviews)
- 5.0/5:
This Martello Tower is a National Historic Site and has a splendid view of St. John and the harbour. It was built by the British during the War of 1812. In addition to the exhibits in the museum/visitor center, there is a restored powder magazine and barracks.
– Dan Theriault
- 5.0/5:
The Carleton Martello Tower was the first place that I stopped on my visit to Saint John and I would definitely recommend checking it out if you're visiting the City by car.
The tower offers an incredible view of the surrounding area with amazing views of the city skyline as well as of the harbor and the rest of the Bay of Fundy.
Once you reach the site you can head into the building to learn more about the local history of the area as well as find out more information about the tower itself. There are plenty of informative signs and pamphlets that you can read as well as staff wandering around that are more than happy to talk to you and answer any of the questions that you might have.
Unfortunately the actual Tower is under construction at the moment so you can't walk up to the very top but you can still walk around the bottom part of it where you can get a better look at the structure and still admire the incredible View.
Depending on what time you visit there might be a gunpowder display which is a pretty cool interactive experience that's fun for both kids and adults.
Parking is free.
– Stefan P
- 4.0/5:
We visited the Carleton Martello Tower National Historic Site during our East Coast trip. The tower itself was closed for renovations during our visit, but we still got to check out the Discovery Centre. They showed a short video about the tower and its history, which was really helpful. We were also able to visit the small museum on-site, which was a nice bonus.
It’s a quick stop, you can walk around, look at the displays, and take a few photos without needing much time. Even with the tower closed, it was still interesting, and if you’re in the area, it’s worth a visit.
– NJ Castelino
