Carleton Martello Tower, Saint John

Name: Carleton Martello Tower
Address: 454 Whipple St, Saint John, E2M 2R3, Canada
Telephone: +1 506-636-4011

#8 among attractions in Saint John

Museum, Historical place, View point, Military museum

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Carleton Martello Tower in Saint John, New Brunswick, is one of the nine surviving Martello Towers in Canada. The tower dates from the War of 1812 and played a significant role in conflicts until the Second World War. The site now features a restored powder magazine, a restored barracks room, and exhibits in the tower and in the visitor centre. The tower's roof offers a view of the city of Saint John and its harbour. Carleton Martello Tower is one of the oldest buildings in the city and has been designated as a National Historic Site of Canada since 1930. It has been open to the public since 1963. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1813 (211 years ago)Coordinates: 45°15'7"N, 66°4'36"W

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454 Whipple StWest Side (Lancaster)Saint John E2M 2R3 Canada

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+1 506-636-4011

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Carleton Martello Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Reversing Falls, Saint John Harbour Bridge, Reversing Falls Railway Bridge, Reversing Falls Bridge.

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Nearby attractions include Wolastoq Park, Saint John (19 min walk), Reversing Falls Bridge, Saint John (19 min walk), Reversing Falls Railway Bridge, Saint John (20 min walk), Reversing Falls, Saint John (24 min walk).

Carleton Martello Tower, Saint John

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Carleton Martello Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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