Place · Outdoors

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine

When

Visit on your scheduleOpen year-round except Thanksgiving Day, December 25 and January 1. Pass registers open 9:00 a.m.-4 p.m.; last entry into the park 4:45 p.m.

Where

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine2400 East Fort Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21230Open in Google Maps ↗

Ages

All ages; entrance pass required for ages 16 and older; children under 16 free

Cost

Park grounds, visitor center and movie free; Historic Zone (star fort) Standard Pass $15.00 per adult (16 and older); children under 16 free; Fort McHenry Annual Pass $45. Fee-free entrance days in window: October 27 and November 11, 2026. Cashless.

Organizer

National Park Service

The star-shaped fort whose defense in 1814 inspired the Star-Spangled Banner. Most of the 43-acre park, the visitor center and the movie are free; entry to the Historic Zone (the star fort and outer battery) requires a $15 pass for visitors 16 and older. Children under 16 do not need an entrance pass but must be accompanied by an adult in the historic zone. The park is cashless; families with a 4th grader may qualify for a free America the Beautiful 4th Grade Pass.