What type of landmark is The Forts?

The Forts is categorised as historic site. You can explore more historic sites across Australia on Landmarks Australia.

How highly is The Forts rated?

The Forts holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 603 visitor reviews — placing it among the highest-rated landmarks in Australia.

How popular is The Forts?

By visitor review volume, The Forts ranks #233 of 489 landmarks in Australia (top 48%), #51 of 94 in Queensland, and #1 of 1 in Horseshoe Bay.

How does The Forts compare to other historic sites?

Among 67 historic sites catalogued across Australia, The Forts ranks #9 by review volume, and its 4.8 rating beats the category average of 4.61.

What landmarks are near The Forts?

The closest landmarks to The Forts are Kissing Point Fortification (14.6 km away), The Strand Jetty (14.8 km away), Ocean Siren / MOUA / Museum of Underwater Art (14.8 km away). All six nearest landmarks are listed in the distance table below.

The Forts

Horseshoe Bay QLD 4819, Australia

4.8(603 reviews)

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The Forts is a historic site in Horseshoe Bay, Queensland, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 603 visitor reviews. It is one of the landmarks catalogued in Horseshoe Bay.

Category: Historic Sites
State: Queensland
Rating: 4.8 / 5
Reviews: 603
Horseshoe Bay rank: #1 of 1
National rank: #233 of 489

About The Forts

Located in Horseshoe Bay, Queensland, The Forts is catalogued as a historic site — one of 67 historic sites tracked across Australia. It is the city's standout entry in the national catalogue.

Visitors rate The Forts 4.8 out of 5 across 603 reviews — an exceptional rating that puts it in the top tier of Australian landmarks. Within the historic sites category nationally it ranks #9 by review volume. Ratings on this site come from Google Maps visitor data and are refreshed periodically, so the figure above reflects recent visitor experience rather than a one-off snapshot.

On the national stage, The Forts ranks #233 of 489 Australian landmarks by review volume — the top 48%, a solid mid-table position nationally. Within Queensland it sits at #51 of 94, and within the historic sites category it holds #9 of 67 Australia-wide. Its 4.8 rating runs above the historic sites average of 4.61, right in line with what visitors expect of this type of attraction.

The Forts is located at Horseshoe Bay QLD 4819, Australia. The official website, linked above, is the best source for current opening hours and any entry requirements. Use the directions link for navigation, and the nearby and similar landmark lists below to fill out the rest of your time in Horseshoe Bay. For the wider context, the Horseshoe Bay city page ranks all 1 local landmarks side by side, and the Historic Sites category page compares The Forts with similar attractions across Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Forts worth visiting?: The Forts is a historic site in Horseshoe Bay, Queensland, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 603 visitor reviews. It is one of the landmarks catalogued in Horseshoe Bay.
Where is The Forts?: The Forts is located at Horseshoe Bay QLD 4819, Australia.
What type of landmark is The Forts?: The Forts is categorised as historic site. You can explore more historic sites across Australia on Landmarks Australia.
How highly is The Forts rated?: The Forts holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 603 visitor reviews — placing it among the highest-rated landmarks in Australia.
How popular is The Forts?: By visitor review volume, The Forts ranks #233 of 489 landmarks in Australia (top 48%), #51 of 94 in Queensland, and #1 of 1 in Horseshoe Bay.
How does The Forts compare to other historic sites?: Among 67 historic sites catalogued across Australia, The Forts ranks #9 by review volume, and its 4.8 rating beats the category average of 4.61.
What landmarks are near The Forts?: The closest landmarks to The Forts are Kissing Point Fortification (14.6 km away), The Strand Jetty (14.8 km away), Ocean Siren / MOUA / Museum of Underwater Art (14.8 km away). All six nearest landmarks are listed in the distance table below.