Kissing Point Fortification
41 Howitt St, North Ward QLD 4810, Australia

Kissing Point Fortification is a historic site in North Ward, Queensland, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 365 visitor reviews. It ranks #3 of 5 landmarks in North Ward.
Kissing Point Fortification at a glance
- Category
- Historic Sites
- State
- Queensland
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5
- Reviews
- 365
- North Ward rank
- #3 of 5
- National rank
- #264 of 489
About Kissing Point Fortification
Located in North Ward, Queensland, Kissing Point Fortification is catalogued as a historic site — one of 67 historic sites tracked across Australia. Among North Ward's landmarks it currently ranks #3 by visitor review volume, placing it among the city's most visited attractions.
Visitors rate Kissing Point Fortification 4.6 out of 5 across 365 reviews — an exceptional rating that puts it in the top tier of Australian landmarks. Within the historic sites category nationally it ranks #13 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, Kissing Point Fortification ranks #264 of 489 Australian landmarks by review volume — the top 54%, a quieter profile nationally — typical of local favourites that reward visitors who venture beyond the famous icons. Within Queensland it sits at #55 of 94, and within the historic sites category it holds #13 of 67 Australia-wide. Its 4.6 rating runs just below the historic sites average of 4.61, right in line with what visitors expect of this type of attraction.
Kissing Point Fortification is located at 41 Howitt St, North Ward QLD 4810, 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 North Ward. For the wider context, the North Ward city page ranks all 5 local landmarks side by side, and the Historic Sites category page compares Kissing Point Fortification with similar attractions across Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Kissing Point Fortification worth visiting?
- Kissing Point Fortification is a historic site in North Ward, Queensland, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 365 visitor reviews. It ranks #3 of 5 landmarks in North Ward.
- Where is Kissing Point Fortification?
- Kissing Point Fortification is located at 41 Howitt St, North Ward QLD 4810, Australia.
- What type of landmark is Kissing Point Fortification?
- Kissing Point Fortification is categorised as historic site. You can explore more historic sites across Australia on Landmarks Australia.
- How highly is Kissing Point Fortification rated?
- Kissing Point Fortification holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 365 visitor reviews — placing it among the highest-rated landmarks in Australia.
- How popular is Kissing Point Fortification?
- By visitor review volume, Kissing Point Fortification ranks #264 of 489 landmarks in Australia (top 54%), #55 of 94 in Queensland, and #3 of 5 in North Ward.
- How does Kissing Point Fortification compare to other historic sites?
- Among 67 historic sites catalogued across Australia, Kissing Point Fortification ranks #13 by review volume, and its 4.6 rating sits just under the category average of 4.61.
- What landmarks are near Kissing Point Fortification?
- The closest landmarks to Kissing Point Fortification are Ocean Siren / MOUA / Museum of Underwater Art (816 m away), The Strand Jetty (827 m away), Strand Park (988 m away). All six nearest landmarks are listed in the distance table below.
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Rankings based on visitor ratings and review counts. Last updated October 2026.



