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Isabel Segunda Attractions

The oldest settlement on the island of Vieques, Isabel Segunda (founded 1843) is home to almost half of the island's residents. Visitors will find accommodation in Isabel Segunda, although the choices are somewhat limited. There are also restaurants and some interesting sights around town.

The waterfront area of Isabel Segunda is very attractive with stores and homes overlooking the ocean. An old colonial fort and a lighthouse are two of the town's main attractions.

Isabel Segunda is where the ferry from Fajardo docks. Upon arrival of the ferry there is always a flurry of activity, making the town seem busier than it actually is.
Conde de Marisol Fort
The small Colonial, Conde de Marisol Fort is perched on a hill above the town of Isabel Segunda. It was never completed, but it was the last Spanish fort built in the Americas. The structure dates to around the 1840s. Conde de Marisol Fort now houses a museum of the island's 4,000-year-old Indian history, as well as the history of the colonial and navy presence.

Conde de Marisol Fort is probably not worth a special trip to see but is worth a visit for anyone interested in the island's history.
Address
Fortín Conde de Mirasol
Magnolia 471
Vieques 00765
Puerto Rico
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosed10:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Cost
Adult 2.00
Child 11 & underFREE
All values are in local currency
Tips
Art-show openings take place in the museum as well.
Punta Mulas Lighthouse
The Punta Mulas lighthouse in Isabel Segunda was built in 1896 and restored in 1992. The lighthouse includes a small museum exhibiting local island and maritime history. The lighthouse is registered as part of the National Trust of Historic Sites.

The Punta Mulas lighthouse stands 20.5m / 68ft high and offers fabulous views of the surroundings and is particularly beautiful around sunset.
Tips
Just north of the Isabel Segunda ferry dock. The museum is open irregularly, come instead for the sunset and vistas.
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