Excursion French military fort tour at Fort de france

Overview

Begin with a privileged guided visit to Fort Saint-Louis, an active 17th- and 18th-century French military fortress whose ramparts open onto sweeping panoramas of the Baie des Flamands. A walking tour of Fort-de-France follows, threading past the magnificent Schoelcher Library, the stately Prefecture, and the 1891 Saint-Louis Cathedral as your guide brings the city's French and Caribbean histories to life. The experience closes at a local épicerie fine for a tasting of savory and sweet Martinican specialties paired with a local beverage.

Highlights

• Privileged visit to Fort Saint-Louis, an active French military fortress dating to the 17th and 18th centuries.

• Guided walk through the heart of Fort-de-France past the Schoelcher Library, the Prefecture, and the 1891 Saint-Louis Cathedral.

• Refined tasting of savory and sweet Martinican specialties at a local épicerie fine — paired with a local beverage.

Important Details

• Walking: moderate, over uneven and cobblestone surfaces; the Fort Saint-Louis visit includes numerous stairs and steep sections

• Not suitable for guests with limited mobility or guests who utilize a wheelchair

• Minimum age 6; guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult; guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages

• Wear casual attire with comfortable walking shoes, and bring a hat, sunglasses, sun protection, a camera, and cash or credit card

• Tour operates by foot in English and French; tasting includes savory and sweet Martinican specialties