Saint John's
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Top 10
- 1
UNESCO-listed Georgian naval dockyard at English Harbour
- Tip: Go early
2 tips
- Entry ticket covers Shirley Heights path
- Wear walking shoes
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- 2
Hilltop viewpoint famed for Sunday sunset parties
- Tip: At night
3 tips
- Sunday evening party with steel band
- Bring a jacket
- Book a taxi back
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- 3
Twin-towered Anglican cathedral dominating the capital skyline
- Tip: Go early
- Tip: Dress code
1 tip
- Check the graveyard gates
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- 4
Natural limestone arch battered by Atlantic waves
3 tips
- Stay back from the edge
- Wear sturdy shoes
- Visit at low tide
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- 5
Popular white-sand beach with watersports
3 tips
- Calm water
- Beach bars nearby
- Rent a kayak
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- 6
Restored warehouses turned shops and cafes
3 tips
- Try local rum
- Lunch spots here
- Quiet on Sundays
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- 7
Scenic rainforest road through banana and mango groves
3 tips
- Stop at roadside fruit stands
- Hire a driver
- Allow half a day
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- 8
Calm turquoise beach near English Harbour
- Tip: Go early
2 tips
- Snorkel here
- Beach bar on site
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- 9
History museum in the 18th-century Old Court House
3 tips
- Small entry fee
- Allow one hour
- Closed Sundays
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- 10
Restored 17th-century sugar plantation with windmills
3 tips
- Visitor centre has exhibits
- Midday sun is strong
- Small fee
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Before you go: Saint John's tips
Transportation
- Use local buses: Minibuses leave from the West Bus Station and East Bus Station.
- Agree taxi fares: Taxis are unmetered; confirm the fare in Eastern Caribbean dollars or US dollars before starting.
- Rent a car carefully: Driving is on the left; a local permit is required.
Security
- Watch belongings on beaches: Do not leave valuables unattended.
- Avoid walking alone at night: Use taxis after dark.
- Protect against mosquitoes: Use repellent to avoid dengue.
Saving
- Avoid cruise ship days: Prices and crowds rise when ships are in port.
- Eat at local spots: Try local food at markets and roadside stalls.
- Use buses to beaches: Buses are cheap compared with taxis.
Weather/Clothing
- Pack summer clothes: Antigua is warm year-round.
- Prepare for hurricane season: June to November brings storm risk.
- Bring sun protection: The tropical sun is strong.
Cultural
- Dress modestly in town: Cover up away from beaches.
- Try fungie and pepperpot: This is the national dish.
- Enjoy Carnival: Antigua Carnival in summer celebrates emancipation.
Local Hacks
- Visit Shirley Heights on Sunday: The lookout hosts a party with music and views.
- Explore Nelson's Dockyard: This historic site is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Shop at the Saturday market: The public market in St. John's is busiest on Saturday mornings.
1-day itineraries in Saint John's
Only have a day? Each one keeps you in one area, from morning to late afternoon, with lunch nearby.
Day 1 of 2
St. John's Cathedral and around
🕘 9:30–17:00📍 6 stops
- 1St. John's Cathedral
- 2Antigua Public Market
- 3Heritage Quay
- 4Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
- 5Redcliffe Quay
- and 1 more
Day 2 of 2
Nelson's Dockyard and around
🕘 9:30–17:15📍 5 stops
- 1Nelson's Dockyard
- 2Nelson's Dockyard Museum
- 3Pigeon Point Beach
- 4Dow's Hill Interpretation Centre
- 5Shirley Heights Lookout