What to do in Antigua and Barbuda

Activities, attractions and tours

Antigua and Barbuda showing a beach and general coastal views
Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views
Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua which includes general coastal views and tropical scenes
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1. Dickenson Bay Beach

Dickenson Bay Beach is one of Antigua’s best-loved stretches of sand. Visit it yourself and see why. With bright white sand, clear waters, swaying palm trees and year-round sunshine, it is a Caribbean dream brought to life. Drive just a few minutes south from the beach and tour Antigua and Barbuda’s capital, St. John’s, with all the conveniences it offers.
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Dickenson Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach, a sunset and general coastal views

2. Nelson's Dockyard

Nelson’s Dockyard is a marina that is almost 300 years old and is the world’s oldest operating Georgian boatyard. It forms part of the UNESCO-protected Nelson’s Dockyard National Park, which shelters antique houses, forts, lookouts and museums. Established in the 18th century, Nelson’s Dockyard was the home of the celebrated naval leader Horatio Nelson from 1784 to 1787. Enjoy the ambiance of the marina, which evokes images of Antigua’s colonial years and British maritime heritage.
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Antigua showing a bay or harbour

3. Heritage Quay

Heritage Quay is a modern open-air shopping complex with two floors offering a great range of stores and duty-free goods. It has a lively ambiance, with restaurants, a bandstand and a casino. Take a break from the scorching afternoon heat with a trip to some of the upscale shops.
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Heritage Quay

4. Galley Bay

Galley Bay is a scenic and serene bay overlooked by an exclusive spa resort. The crystal clear water of the Caribbean Sea calmly laps the white sand, where pelicans dip and dive. Get a Tahitian-style hut facing the sea and appreciate the seclusion of your private beach balcony.
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Galley Bay featuring rugged coastline, general coastal views and a beach

5. Half Moon Bay Beach

With its sugary fine sands and exquisite azure waters, Half Moon Bay Beach is one of Saint Philip Parish’s most idyllic destinations. Dig your toes into the soft sands and look out across a bay framed by forested headlands. Swim in the beautifully clear water or grab your mask and snorkel and explore the vivid reefs beneath the surface.
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Half Moon Bay Beach showing general coastal views, landscape views and a sandy beach

6. Galleon Beach

Galleon Beach has an abundance of everything that makes Antigua such a beloved vacation destination. Spend a day at the beach to enjoy pristine white sands and crystal clear waters. Venture into the surrounding area to discover beautiful rock formations and walk along winding trails that cut through thick, verdant undergrowth. Allow plenty of time to explore the rich beauty of the ocean itself, which is filled with fascinating creatures.
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Galleon Beach which includes general coastal views, tropical scenes and a beach

7. Runaway Bay Beach

Runaway Bay Beach is a sublime strip of white sand bordered by a scenic blue-green ocean. It is fairly secluded and has a peaceful atmosphere, away from the cruise ship crowds and the bustle of city life. Bring a book to these tranquil shores and listen to the soothing sound of light waves.
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Runaway Bay Beach which includes tropical scenes, a beach and general coastal views

What to do in Antigua and Barbuda

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Jolly Beach

Jolly Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Jolly Beach during your travels in Jolly Harbour? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Jolly Beach
Dickenson Bay Beach

Dickenson Bay Beach

Enjoy white sands, blue-green waters and thrilling watersports at this Caribbean beach, which is conveniently located close to the town of St. John’s.

Dickenson Bay Beach
Antigua showing a bay or harbour

Nelson's Dockyard

Walk in the footsteps of Admiral Lord Nelson and visit the cafés, galleries and museum located inside the restored Georgian houses of this boatyard.

Nelson's Dockyard
Heritage Quay

Heritage Quay

Rest in the public square, visit the casino and check out the array of duty-free products in this two-story open-air mall.

Heritage Quay
Galley Bay featuring rugged coastline, general coastal views and a beach

Galley Bay

Stay at the acclaimed resort to experience its pampering spa treatments and enjoy excellent views of the white-sand beach.

Galley Bay
Half Moon Bay Beach showing general coastal views, landscape views and a sandy beach

Half Moon Bay Beach

Stroll along this crescent-shaped beach and find a place to rest under the shade of swaying palm trees. Go swimming and snorkeling in the ocean waters.

Half Moon Bay Beach
Galleon Beach which includes general coastal views, tropical scenes and a beach

Galleon Beach

An idyllic beach that offers breathtaking views and diverse marine animal life, as well as scenic walking trails that lead to geological wonders.

Galleon Beach
Runaway Bay Beach which includes tropical scenes, a beach and general coastal views

Runaway Bay Beach

Enjoy the utterly serene ambiance on this isolated strand, go horseback riding and gaze up at the rocky Corbinson Point.

Runaway Bay Beach
Valley Church Beach which includes a sandy beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes

Valley Church Beach

Sheltered by the broad arc of Lignum Vitae Bay, this captivating beach has tranquil waters, gorgeous views, soft sand and shady trees on the foreshore.

Valley Church Beach

 

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