Downtown Bridgetown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Traffic street and colorful buildings in city centre of Bridgetown, Barbados.
Traffic street and colorful buildings in city centre of Bridgetown, Barbados.
The capital building clock tower.
Bridgetown, the capital of Barbados, is a port city on the island’s southwest coast. It's known for its British colonial architecture, 17th-century Garrison and horseracing track. Near the central National Heroes Square, which fringes the Constitution River, Nidhe Israel Synagogue and its museum explore the island’s Jewish history.
A view from the backside of the Hilton Hotel in Bridgetown.

Popular places to visit

Harbour Lights Carlisle Bay Beach - tropical beach on the Caribbean island of Barbados. It is a paradise destination with a white sand beach and turquoiuse sea.

Carlisle Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Carlisle Bay during your travels in Bridgetown. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Carlisle Bay
Paradise Beach which includes a beach and landscape views

Paradise Beach

Intriguing shipwrecks and coral reefs make this a popular beach for serious underwater exploring.

Paradise Beach
Brighton Beach which includes landscape views, tropical scenes and a beach

Brighton Beach

A popular beach for cruise passengers and locals, with nearby rum tasting and a secret hot tub in the sea.

Brighton Beach
Panorama of a beautiful sunny day at Bayshore / Pebbles Beach (Carlisle Bay) near Bridgetown Barbados

Pebbles Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Pebbles Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Bridgetown. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Pebbles Beach
Famous red clock tower on the main guardhouse at the Garrison Savannah. UNESCO garrison historic area Bridgetown, Barbados; Shutterstock ID 259021064; Purchase Order: -

Garrison Savannah

Catch an event at Garrison Savannah and enjoy other activities in Bridgetown such as surfing.Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Garrison Savannah
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St. Michael's Cathedral

Find out about the history of Weymouth with a stop at St. Michael's Cathedral. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

St. Michael's Cathedral

Activities

Barbados- Luxury Sunset Coastline Cruise All Inclusive

Luxury Evening Voyage - All-Inclusive Coastal Cruise By Oceanluxx

NZ$177
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Luxury Evening Voyage - All-Inclusive Coastal Cruise By Oceanluxx
Barbados Catamaran Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Cruise

Barbados Catamaran Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Cruise

NZ$192
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Barbados Catamaran Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Cruise
Atlantis Submarine Expedition Tour

Atlantis Submarine Day Tour

NZ$202
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Atlantis Submarine Day Tour
Barbados Glass Bottom Boat Cruise and Snorkeling

Barbados Glass Bottom Boat Cruise and Snorkeling

NZ$67
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Barbados Glass Bottom Boat Cruise and Snorkeling
Couple on the platform during their Monkey Zipline Adventure at Harrison's Cave Eco-Adventure Park

Cave & Monkey Zipline Experience at Harrison's Cave by Chukka

NZ$225
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cave & Monkey Zipline Experience at Harrison's Cave by Chukka
Barbados -Luxury Cruise with Lunch and Open Bar

Barbados -Luxury Cruise with Lunch and Open Bar By Oceanluxx

NZ$219
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Barbados -Luxury Cruise with Lunch and Open Bar By Oceanluxx
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Our pick of the best Downtown Bridgetown Hotel Deals

Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lords Castle All Inclusive Resort

Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lords Castle All Inclusive Resort

5 out of 5
End of Belair Road Long Bay St. Philip
The price is NZ$1,378 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
NZ$1,378
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Long Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (583 reviews)
Very nice resort, clean and beautiful

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lords Castle All Inclusive Resort
Hilton Barbados Resort

Hilton Barbados Resort

4.5 out of 5
Needhams Point Bridgetown
The price is NZ$909 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$909
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Bridgetown. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Lovely private uncrowded beach. Even in highseason Feb we could always get 3 seats on the beach. Lovely ,white sandy beach. Helpful friendly staff. Good location, close to Bridgetown for restaurants... but in the evening a taxi is really needed about $13 US . Rooms may needvrefurbishing soon, but ...

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Hilton Barbados Resort
The Crane Resort

The Crane Resort

4.5 out of 5
Crane Diamond Valley St. Philip
Stay at this beach resort in Diamond Valley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Amazing property. Great service, food, and amenities

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

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The Crane Resort
Sugar Bay Barbados - All Inclusive

Sugar Bay Barbados - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Garrison Historic Area Hastings
The price is NZ$1,514 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
NZ$1,514
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Hastings. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Perfect vacation spot

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Sugar Bay Barbados - All Inclusive
South Point Hotel

South Point Hotel

4.5 out of 5
100 Ocean Way, Silver Sands Oistins Christ Church
The price is NZ$593 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
NZ$593
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Oistins. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Miami Beach and Dover Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (153 reviews)
All of the staff, especially Drexel and Jocelyn. The room, pool, beach access

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

South Point Hotel
Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection® All-Inclusive Resort

Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection® All-Inclusive Resort

4 out of 5
Prospect Bay Beach Prospect St. James
The price is NZ$1,226 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
NZ$1,226
21 Mar - 22 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Prospect. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews)
Great customer service, very welcoming

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection® All-Inclusive Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bridgetown

Aussicht auf die Ostküste der Insel Barbados mit Blick auf Bathsheba Beach, ein Panorama.

Belleville

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Belleville and surrounding area, you can visit Carlisle Bay and Barbados Parliament Buildings.

Belleville
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Bishop Court Hill

When in Bishop Court Hill, you can plan a visit to Carlisle Bay and Pebbles Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bishop Court Hill
George Washington House featuring a house and heritage elements

Garrison Historic Area

Travellers to Garrison Historic Area praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Garrison Savannah and Carlisle Bay.

Garrison Historic Area
Aerial landscape view of Bay Area of Carlisle Bay at Bridgetown, Capital of Barbados with Brownes Beach in front and central City of Bridgetown,

Pine Gardens

Pine Gardens might not have many top sights, but Carlisle Bay and Barbados Parliament Buildings are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pine Gardens
Bathsheba beach, one of the main destinations for tourists in the caribbean island of barbados

Highgate

Though Highgate may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Barbados Museum & Historical Society and Carlisle Bay.

Highgate
Wave on sandy beach. Bridgetown, Barbados

Brighton

While there might not be top attractions in Brighton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Brighton Beach and Paradise Beach.

Brighton

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