Located in Gulf Islands National Seashore, Fort Pickens was built in the early 1800s to protect Pensacola Harbor. The fort was fired upon during the Civil War as Confederates tried to capture it. Later, it used as a military prison, and the Apache Indian chief Geronimo was held there.
Informative tours give historic background on the fort's role during the Civil War.
From Interstate 10, take Interstate 110 to downtown Pensacola. Then go west to the entrance to Gulf Islands National Seashore. Prices are subject to change.