The world’s third largest tall ship, the Juan Sebastián de Elcano, will arrive at approximately 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 3 at the Port of Pensacola to help commemorate Pensacola’s 450 anniversary and kickoff the 60th annual Fiesta of Five Flags celebration.  This beautiful tall ship will represent the Spanish explorers’ journey in 1559 and honor the community’s Spanish heritage.

The ship will be docked at the Pensacola Port in downtown Pensacola. A portion of the Port of Pensacola will now be open to the public on Wednesday, June 3, during the arrival with gates opening at approximately 7:30 a.m. Visitors must enter at Commendencia Street. Please click here for a map. Throughout the week, visitors will have the opportunity to meet the crew at public and private events.