50 Best Places to Visit in Antigua and Barbuda: The Ultimate Travel Guide

Antigua and Barbuda is a twin-island Caribbean paradise famous for boasting 365 pristine white and pink sand beaches—one for every day of the year. From historic colonial naval harbors and dramatic coastal cliffs to vibrant coral reefs and sanctuary islands, this tropical destination offers an unforgettable getaway for lovers of history, sailing, and beachside relaxation.

Why Visit Antigua and Barbuda

Visiting Antigua and Barbuda provides the ultimate blend of laid-back island vibes, world-class sailing culture, and rich historical heritage. Whether you are swimming with friendly stingrays, dancing at Sunday sunset parties on mountain lookouts, or exploring UNESCO-listed 18th-century naval dockyards, the islands deliver unparalleled Caribbean warmth and scenic beauty.

• Home to 365 distinct beaches featuring powder-soft white and rare pink sands.
• Features Nelson's Dockyard, the world's only continuously operating Georgian naval dockyard.
• World-renowned sailing destination host to the famous annual Antigua Sailing Week.
• Incredible marine biodiversity with fringing coral reefs, stingray sanctuaries, and frigate bird colonies.

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50 Best Places to Visit in Antigua and Barbuda

1. Nelson's Dockyard

• Location: English Harbour, St. Paul Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to April
• Category: UNESCO World Heritage Site / Historical Landmark
• About the Place: Nelson's Dockyard is a restored 18th-century Georgian naval dockyard named after Admiral Horatio Nelson. Today, this living heritage site features beautifully restored stone storehouses housing boutique hotels, craft shops, seafood restaurants, and superyacht marinas surrounded by historic ramparts.
• Travel Instructions: Located in southern Antigua; easily reached by taxi, rental car, or local bus from St. John's (about 30 minutes).
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Nelson's Dockyard

2. Shirley Heights Lookout

• Location: St. Paul Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round (especially Sunday late afternoons)
• Category: Viewpoint / Historic Fortification
• About the Place: Perched 490 feet above sea level, Shirley Heights offers unmatched panoramic views over English Harbour and Falmouth Harbour. Famous for its iconic Sunday evening parties, visitors gather to enjoy live steel pan music, barbecue, and spectacular Caribbean sunsets.
• Travel Instructions: Drive south from St. John's toward Nelson's Dockyard, then follow the winding mountain road up to the lookout point.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Shirley Heights Lookout

3. Dickenson Bay

• Location: St. John's Parish, Northwest Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to May
• Category: Beach / Resort Hub
• About the Place: Dickenson Bay is Antigua's premier resort beach, famous for its mile-long stretch of soft white sand and calm, turquoise waters. Lined with beachfront bars, water sports operators, and luxury resorts, it is ideal for swimming, parasailing, and sunset strolling.
• Travel Instructions: Located just 15 minutes north of central St. John's; readily accessible by local minibus or taxi.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Dickenson Bay

4. Half Moon Bay

• Location: St. Philip Parish, Southeast Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Natural Beach / National Park
• About the Place: Shaped like a crescent moon, this pristine national park beach features dramatic Atlantic surf on one side and calmer protected waters on the other. Bordered by lush greenery and pinkish-white sand, it offers a tranquil escape far from city crowds.
• Travel Instructions: Located on the southeastern tip of Antigua; best reached via private rental car or guided island taxi tour.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Half Moon Bay

5. Stingray City Antigua

• Location: Seatons Village, St. Philip Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round (morning tours offer calmer waters)
• Category: Marine Wildlife Sanctuary / Excursion
• About the Place: Stingray City allows visitors to wade in waist-deep turquoise waters and interact with gentle, wild southern stingrays. Guided boat rides take guests out to a shallow offshore reef where they can feed, touch, and snorkel alongside these friendly marine creatures.
• Travel Instructions: Book an organized excursion including transportation, or drive to Seatons Village in eastern Antigua.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Stingray City Antigua

6. Devil's Bridge National Park

• Location: Willikies, St. Philip Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round (high tide brings dramatic crashing waves)
• Category: Geological Formation / National Park
• About the Place: Devil's Bridge is a dramatic natural limestone arch carved over centuries by crashing Atlantic waves. Located in a wild coastal national park, the area features powerful blowholes spraying ocean mist high into the air against rugged coral cliffs.
• Travel Instructions: Drive east from St. John's toward Indian Town Point; off-road parking is available adjacent to the park entrance.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Devil's Bridge National Park

7. Frigate Bird Sanctuary (Codrington Lagoon)

• Location: Codrington Lagoon, Barbuda
• Best Time to Visit: September to April (mating season when male birds display red throat pouches)
• Category: Wildlife Sanctuary / Ecotourism
• About the Place: Located in Barbuda's vast mangrove lagoon, this sanctuary shelters one of the largest colonies of Magnificent Frigatebirds in the world. Visitors tour the tranquil mangroves by small motorboat to observe thousands of birds nesting up close.
• Travel Instructions: Take the ferry or short flight from Antigua to Barbuda, then hire a licensed boat guide at Codrington Wharf.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Frigate Bird Sanctuary

8. Princess Diana Beach

• Location: Coco Point, Southern Coast, Barbuda
• Best Time to Visit: December to May
• Category: Beach / Wilderness Coast
• About the Place: Named in honor of Princess Diana who frequently holidayed here, this pristine stretch of beach features miles of untouched white sand merging into translucent turquoise waters. It offers complete privacy and tropical serenity.
• Travel Instructions: Accessible via taxi or boat transfer from Codrington, Barbuda.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Princess Diana Beach

9. Pillars of Hercules

• Location: Freeman's Bay, English Harbour, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to April
• Category: Geological Wonder / Snorkeling Site
• About the Place: The Pillars of Hercules are striking vertical sandstone cliffs carved by ocean waves into giant column-like formations guarding the entrance to English Harbour. The surrounding marine waters offer excellent diving and snorkeling conditions.
• Travel Instructions: Best viewed by boat charter or kayak from Galleon Beach; experienced hikers can also reach the top via coastal trails.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Pillars of Hercules

10. Betty's Hope

• Location: St. Peter Parish, Central Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Historical Museum / Plantation Ruins
• About the Place: Established in 1674, Betty's Hope was Antigua's first major sugar plantation. Today, it stands as an outdoor museum featuring two restored stone windmills, sugar processing ruins, and an interpretation center recounting the island's colonial and slave history.
• Travel Instructions: Situated along Pares Village Road in central Antigua; reachable in 20 minutes by car from St. John's.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Betty's Hope

11. St. John's Cathedral

• Location: St. John's City Centre, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Historic Architecture / Religious Site
• About the Place: Dominating the skyline of the capital city, St. John the Divine Cathedral is an impressive 19th-century Anglican church featuring twin white spires and a pitch-pine timber interior constructed to withstand tropical earthquakes and storms.
• Travel Instructions: Located at the top of Church Street in central St. John's; easily walked to from cruise ship piers.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to St. John's Cathedral

12. Mount Obama (Boggy Peak)

• Location: Shekerley Mountains, St. Mary Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: November to April (early morning hikes)
• Category: Mountain Peak / Hiking Trail
• About the Place: Standing at 1,319 feet (402 m), Mount Obama is the highest point in Antigua and Barbuda. Renamed in 2009 to honor former US President Barack Obama, a hike through its lush rainforest trails yields sweeping island-wide vistas.
• Travel Instructions: Trailhead begins near Cades Bay along the southwest coast; hiking shoes and water are required.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Mount Obama

13. Valley Church Beach

• Location: St. Mary Parish, Southwest Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to May
• Category: Beach / Swimming Spot
• About the Place: Famous for its striking pale blue water and soft shell-dusted sand, Valley Church Beach is a serene destination with gentle tides, coconut palms, and casual beach shacks serving icy rum punch.
• Travel Instructions: Located just south of Jolly Harbour along the main coastal highway; accessible via local minibus route 22.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Valley Church Beach

14. Darkwood Beach

• Location: St. Mary Parish, Southwest Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Beach / Snorkeling
• About the Place: Darkwood Beach offers a wide stretch of golden sand set against lush green hills. With clear, shallow waters perfect for snorkeling along nearby rocky points, it features charming local beach bars with views extending toward Montserrat.
• Travel Instructions: Drive along the southern coastal road from St. John's; parking is available right along the shoreline.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Darkwood Beach

15. Carlisle Bay

• Location: Old Road Village, St. Mary Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to April
• Category: Coastal Bay / Resort Beach
• About the Place: Nestled between rainforest-covered hills and calm sea waters, Carlisle Bay is a scenic horseshoe bay featuring fine white sand, towering palm groves, and excellent sea kayaking opportunities.
• Travel Instructions: Located on the south coast near Old Road village; about 35 minutes by car from St. John's.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Carlisle Bay

16. Galley Bay

• Location: Five Islands Peninsula, St. John Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Beach / Sea Turtle Nesting Site
• About the Place: Galley Bay is a picturesque beach tucked on the Five Islands peninsula. Known for pristine sand and turquoise waters, it serves as an important nesting ground for endangered Hawksbill sea turtles during summer months.
• Travel Instructions: Located 15 minutes west of St. John's by taxi or car; public beach access is available near resort gates.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Galley Bay

17. Fort James

• Location: Fort Bay, St. John's Harbour, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Late afternoon for sunset views
• Category: Historical Fort / Viewpoint
• About the Place: Constructed by the British in 1706 to guard St. John's Harbour from French invaders, Fort James features historical iron cannons, stone powder magazines, and sweeping views of the harbor entrance and cruise ships.
• Travel Instructions: Located just a 10-minute drive northwest of downtown St. John's; ample parking available.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Fort James

18. Fort Berkeley

• Location: English Harbour, St. Paul Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Historical Fort / Hiking Trail
• About the Place: Sitting at the narrow entrance of English Harbour, Fort Berkeley was built in 1744. A short coastal walking trail from Nelson's Dockyard leads visitors past stone battery walls, historic cannons, and dramatic wave breaking points.
• Travel Instructions: Walk along the marked harbor trail starting behind the Copper & Lumber Store inside Nelson's Dockyard.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Fort Berkeley

19. Heritage Quay & Redcliffe Quay

• Location: Central Waterfront, St. John's
• Best Time to Visit: Cruise ship port days (usually Monday to Friday)
• Category: Shopping / Historical Waterfront
• About the Place: Located at the waterfront of St. John's, these adjacent harborside plazas feature duty-free boutiques, local art galleries, souvenir markets, and restored 19th-century brick boardwalk cafes.
• Travel Instructions: Located right at the main cruise ship terminal in downtown St. John's.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Heritage Quay & Redcliffe Quay

20. Museum of Antigua and Barbuda

• Location: Long Street, St. John's
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round (Monday through Friday)
• Category: Historical & Cultural Museum
• About the Place: Housed inside the historic 1750 Colonial Court House building, this museum showcases artifacts detailing the nation's geological origins, indigenous Arawak culture, plantation history, and modern cricket heritage.
• Travel Instructions: Located on Long Street in central downtown St. John's; easy walking access.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Museum of Antigua and Barbuda

21. Cades Reef

• Location: Southwest Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to May
• Category: Coral Reef / Marine Reserve
• About the Place: Cades Reef is a 2-mile underwater coral reef system forming part of a designated marine reserve. Rich with marine life, it is Antigua's top site for scuba diving and catamarans snorkeling with sea turtles, rays, and tropical fish.
• Travel Instructions: Accessible via catamarans and dive boat charters departing from Jolly Harbour or Falmouth Harbour.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Cades Reef

22. Rendezvous Bay

• Location: South Coast, St. Paul Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Secluded Beach / Eco-Hike
• About the Place: Rendezvous Bay is one of Antigua's most isolated beaches. Accessible only by 4x4 or hiking trails through Wallings Nature Reserve, visitors are rewarded with an unspoiled stretch of white sand and lush surrounding wilderness.
• Travel Instructions: Hike approximately 45 minutes from Wallings Nature Reserve or take a boat charter from English Harbour.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Rendezvous Bay

23. Runaway Beach

• Location: St. John Parish, Northwest Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Beach / Swimming
• About the Place: Situated adjacent to Dickenson Bay, Runaway Beach offers a quieter coastal experience with powdery white sand, calm ocean waters, and fewer crowds, making it popular for tranquil morning walks.
• Travel Instructions: Located 10 minutes north of St. John's; accessible by road or walking along the shoreline from Dickenson Bay.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Runaway Beach

24. Great Bird Island

• Location: North Sound Marine Park, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to April
• Category: Offshore Islet / Eco-Sanctuary
• About the Place: Great Bird Island is a small 20-acre uninhabited island in North Sound. Famed as the sanctuary for the rare, harmless Antiguan Racer Snake, it features dual white sand beaches, coral snorkeling reefs, and scenic hilltop lookouts.
• Travel Instructions: Accessible by booking an eco-boat excursion or kayak tour from Shell Beach or Parham.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Great Bird Island

25. Prickly Pear Island

• Location: Offshore North Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to May
• Category: Private Island / Beach Club
• About the Place: Prickly Pear is a tiny uninhabited coral island surrounded by turquoise waters. Boat charters take guests to enjoy day trips featuring seafood buffets, open rum bars, and pristine snorkeling reefs.
• Travel Instructions: Book boat charters departing from Hodges Bay or St. John's.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Prickly Pear Island

26. Two Foot Bay National Park

• Location: Northeast Coast, Barbuda
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Caves / National Park
• About the Place: Located on Barbuda's rugged windward coast, Two Foot Bay features limestone sea caves including Darby Cave and Dark Cave. Visitors can explore ancient petroglyphs carved into stone cave walls by indigenous Arawak populations.
• Travel Instructions: Requires a 4x4 vehicle and local guide driving from Codrington town across Barbuda.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Two Foot Bay National Park

27. Pink Sand Beach

• Location: Southwestern Coast, Barbuda
• Best Time to Visit: November to April
• Category: Beach / Natural Wonder
• About the Place: Spanning nearly 8 miles, Barbuda's Pink Sand Beach gets its unique delicate pink hue from crushed rose-colored shells washed ashore by ocean currents. The contrast with clear turquoise waters creates a magical photo landscape.
• Travel Instructions: Accessible via local taxi or boat drop-off from Codrington.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Pink Sand Beach

28. Dow's Hill Interpretation Centre

• Location: Nelson's Dockyard National Park, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Cultural Museum / Historic Ruin
• About the Place: Overlooking English Harbour, Dow's Hill features a multimedia historical presentation guiding visitors through six eras of island history. The surrounding historic ruins offer fantastic viewpoint terraces.
• Travel Instructions: Drive up the hill road leading toward Shirley Heights from Nelson's Dockyard.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Dow's Hill Interpretation Centre

29. Antigua Rainforest Canopy Tour

• Location: Fig Tree Drive, St. John Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Adventure / Ziplining
• About the Place: Set deep in the tropical forest along Fig Tree Drive, this eco-adventure park features ziplines, suspension bridges, and challenge courses suspended above lush rainforest gorges.
• Travel Instructions: Located in southern Antigua along Fig Tree Drive; organized tour pickups are widely available.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Antigua Rainforest Canopy Tour

30. Pigeon Point Beach

• Location: Falmouth Harbour, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Beach / Family Friendly
• About the Place: Pigeon Point is the main public beach for English Harbour. Featuring calm shallow waters, shade-giving sea grape trees, picnic facilities, and beach restaurants, it is a favorite spot for families and yacht crews.
• Travel Instructions: Located a 5-minute drive or 20-minute walk from central English Harbour.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Pigeon Point Beach

31. Ffryes Beach

• Location: St. Mary Parish, Southwest Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Beach / Sunset Spot
• About the Place: Split into Little Ffryes and Big Ffryes, this coast is famed for soft white sand and calm aquamarine waters. Framed by green headlands, it provides stunning sunset views facing west toward Montserrat.
• Travel Instructions: Situated along the main southwestern coastal road near Jolly Harbour.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Ffryes Beach

32. Jolly Harbour Marina & Beach

• Location: St. Mary Parish, West Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Marina / Beach Resort
• About the Place: Jolly Harbour is a vast gated marina complex and commercial resort area featuring a white sand beach, golf course, supermarket, restaurants, and boat charter docks.
• Travel Instructions: Located 20 minutes south of St. John's along the coastal highway; served by bus route 22.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Jolly Harbour Marina & Beach

33. Green Island

• Location: Nonesuch Bay, East Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to May
• Category: Offshore Island / Snorkeling
• About the Place: Green Island is an uninhabited offshore island off Antigua's eastern coast. Surrounded by pristine coral reefs and sheltered coves, it is a top destination for sailing cruises and kitesurfing.
• Travel Instructions: Accessible only by private boat charter, catamaran tour, or water taxi from Nonesuch Bay.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Green Island

34. Sea View Farm Village

• Location: St. George Parish, Central Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Cultural Village / Craft Heritage
• About the Place: Sea View Farm is historic for its folk pottery traditions dating back to the early 18th century. Local artisans craft distinctive clay cooking pots and ornaments using locally dug red clay fired in open pit kilns.
• Travel Instructions: Located in central Antigua; accessible by car or taxi from St. John's (about 15 minutes).
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Sea View Farm Village

35. Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium

• Location: North Sound, St. George Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Match days during international cricket tours
• Category: Sports Stadium / Cultural Site
• About the Place: Built for the 2007 Cricket World Cup and named after Antigua's legendary cricket icon Sir Vivian Richards, this stadium hosts international Test matches and Caribbean Premier League games.
• Travel Instructions: Situated at North Sound, 15 minutes east of St. John's along the Factory Road.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium

36. Fig Tree Drive

• Location: Southern Rainforest Region, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Scenic Drive / Rainforest
• About the Place: Fig Tree Drive is Antigua's premier scenic road, winding through the heart of the island's rainforest. The route passes lush banana plantations, mango groves, giant bamboo trees, and pineapple farms.
• Travel Instructions: Rent a car or take a island day tour driving between Old Road and Wallings.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Fig Tree Drive

37. Deep Bay & Andes Shipwreck

• Location: Five Islands Peninsula, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Beach / Shipwreck Snorkeling
• About the Place: Deep Bay is a calm, protected crescent bay featuring the sunken wreck of the 1905 barque *Andes* resting in shallow water right in the middle of the bay, making it ideal for snorkeling.
• Travel Instructions: Drive to Five Islands peninsula and follow signs to Deep Bay public access.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Deep Bay & Andes Shipwreck

38. Blockhouse Ruins

• Location: Shirley Heights Complex, St. Paul Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Late afternoon
• Category: Historic Military Ruins / Viewpoint
• About the Place: Built in 1787 as part of the British fortification network, the Blockhouse ruins stand on a sheer cliff edge overlooking Willoughby Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.
• Travel Instructions: Located along the road leading up to Shirley Heights in southern Antigua.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Blockhouse Ruins

39. English Harbour

• Location: St. Paul Parish, Southern Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: November to May (peak sailing season)
• Category: Historic Port / Yachting Hub
• About the Place: English Harbour is the historic center of Caribbean sailing, combining 18th-century naval history with luxury superyacht marinas, waterfront dining, and historic inns.
• Travel Instructions: Drive south from St. John's along the All Saints Road (approx. 30 minutes).
• Explore More: Read our full guide to English Harbour

40. Falmouth Harbour

• Location: St. Paul Parish, Southern Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to April
• Category: Marina Bay / Dining Hub
• About the Place: Adjacent to English Harbour, Falmouth Harbour is a large horseshoe bay featuring world-class yacht marinas, vibrant seaside bars, pizza joints, and international restaurants.
• Travel Instructions: Located next to English Harbour in southern Antigua.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Falmouth Harbour

41. Darby Cave

• Location: Northern Interior, Barbuda
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Sinkhole / Cave Exploration
• About the Place: Darby Cave is a massive natural sinkhole measuring over 300 feet in diameter and 70 feet deep. Inside, a miniature rainforest microclimate thrives with tall palmetto trees and stalactites.
• Travel Instructions: Requires a guided hike starting near Codrington in Barbuda.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Darby Cave

42. Martello Tower

• Location: River Fort, Southern Coast, Barbuda
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Historic Fortification
• About the Place: Built by the British in the early 19th century, this 56-foot high stone fort is Barbuda's oldest historic structure, serving as a defensive lookout post along the island's southern coast.
• Travel Instructions: Located 10 miles south of Codrington town along the coastal road in Barbuda.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Martello Tower

43. Hermitage Bay

• Location: St. Mary Parish, West Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to April
• Category: Secluded Beach / Luxury Coast
• About the Place: Hermitage Bay features a secluded, quiet white sand beach surrounded by lush tropical hills. Famous for peace and calm waters, it offers an exclusive coastal environment.
• Travel Instructions: Reachable via unpaved road from Jolly Harbour or via water taxi.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Hermitage Bay

44. Wallings Nature Reserve

• Location: John Hughes Village, St. Mary Parish, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to May
• Category: Nature Reserve / Hiking Trails
• About the Place: Wallings Nature Reserve is a community-managed rainforest reserve featuring hiking trails leading to historic Victorian water reservoirs, mountain lookouts, and dense flora canopy.
• Travel Instructions: Located near John Hughes village along Fig Tree Drive; guided tours available at the trailhead.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Wallings Nature Reserve

45. Hawksbill Beaches

• Location: Five Islands Peninsula, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Beaches / Scenic Coast
• About the Place: Hawksbill consists of four distinct coves lined with white sand. The fourth beach is Antigua's only official clothing-optional beach, named after the hawksbill rock formation offshore.
• Travel Instructions: Located on the western tip of Five Islands peninsula, 15 minutes from St. John's.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Hawksbill Beaches

46. Jabberwock Beach

• Location: Northeast Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: December to August (windy season for sports)
• Category: Beach / Kitesurfing & Windsurfing
• About the Place: Jabberwock Beach is Antigua's hotspot for kitesurfing and windsurfing thanks to steady trade winds and a long stretch of white sand on the northeastern coast.
• Travel Instructions: Located near Hodges Bay, a 15-minute drive from St. John's or the international airport.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Jabberwock Beach

47. Long Bay Beach

• Location: Willikies, East Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Beach / Snorkeling
• About the Place: Protected by an offshore reef, Long Bay offers calm turquoise water ideal for families with young children and beginner snorkelers exploring coral heads right off the beach.
• Travel Instructions: Located near Devil's Bridge in eastern Antigua; 30 minutes by car from St. John's.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Long Bay Beach

48. Boon House Ruins & Point

• Location: Crosby, Northern Coast, Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Sunset hours
• Category: Historic Ruin / Coastal Trail
• About the Place: Sitting on Antigua's northernmost peninsula, Boon Point features historic coastal plantation ruins overlooking rocky Atlantic headlands and clear coastal waters.
• Travel Instructions: Drive north toward Hodges Bay and follow local coastal access tracks.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Boon House Ruins & Point

49. Codrington Town

• Location: Barbuda
• Best Time to Visit: Year-round
• Category: Island Capital / Local Culture
• About the Place: Codrington is the charming, quiet main settlement on Barbuda. Home to most of Barbuda's population, it features local rum shops, seafood eateries, and friendly community vibes.
• Travel Instructions: Accessible via Barbuda's airport or ferry dock; reachable in 5 minutes by car.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Codrington Town

50. Greencastle Hill Megaliths

• Location: St. Mary Parish, Central Antigua
• Best Time to Visit: Early morning or late afternoon
• Category: Archaeological Site / Geological Wonder
• About the Place: Greencastle Hill features unusual megalithic rock formations believed by local legends to be ancient indigenous astronomical markers or natural volcanic rock columns.
• Travel Instructions: Hike up from Emmanuel village in central Antigua; sturdy footwear recommended.
• Explore More: Read our full guide to Greencastle Hill Megaliths

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Nelson's Dockyard