What to see in Barbados

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Barbados has one site inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List:

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Bridgetown

★★★ Known to cruise passengers especially for its duty-free zone, the capital of Barbados also boasts a beautiful historic centre, typical of…

Historic Centre of Bridgetown

★★★ The old town of Bridgetown is a well-preserved and representative example of British colonial architecture from the 17th to the 19th…

Harrison's Cave

★★★ The country's top attraction, this cave boasts stunning underground geological formations.

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East Coast Road

★★ This road on the east coast lets you explore the Atlantic shoreline, by far the best spot for surfing on the island.

Andromeda Botanic Gardens

★★ These are three hectares of lovely tropical gardens in the parish of St. Joseph.

Oistins

★★ This small town, like the rest of the southeast coast, has its share of hotels, bars, and restaurants. It’s also a destination for…

Animal Flower Cave

★ An underwater cave nestled beneath the cliffs at the northern tip of the island.

Gun Hill Signal Station

★ At the heart of the island, this restored English fort also offers panoramic views over a large part of Barbados.

Holetown

★ This upscale resort area is where the English landed in 1625, as marked by a monument. The Caribbean beaches and grand seaside villas are…

Barbados Wildlife Reserve

★ A small natural area in the north that is home to monkeys and a few other animal species.