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100+ Places to Visit in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
These are the places worth your time in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, from Kingstown's markets and the volcano trails of St. Vincent to the harbour of Bequia and the reefs of the southern Grenadines. Classics sit beside quiet corners many travellers miss, so every kind of visitor finds something to love.
Places to Visit in Kingstown
Nature and Outdoors
- St. Vincent Botanical Gardens (Montrose)
Founded in 1765, these are the oldest botanical gardens in the Americas, with a breadfruit tree descended from Captain Bligh's cargo and a small parrot aviary. - Dorsetshire Hill Lookout (Dorsetshire Hill)
A free viewpoint for a wide look over Kingstown, the harbour and the mountains behind. - Mesopotamia Valley (Mesopotamia)
The island's fertile breadbasket, a green bowl of farms and banana plots best seen on a scenic drive.
Arts and Culture
- Fort Charlotte (Berkshire Hill)
A hilltop fort above the harbour with sweeping views to the Grenadines and murals telling the story of the Garifuna wars. - St. Mary's Roman Catholic Cathedral (Grenville Street)
An eccentric mix of Gothic, Romanesque and Moorish styles built by a Belgian monk, unlike any other church in the region. - St. George's Anglican Cathedral (Grenville Street)
A calm Georgian church with fine stained glass, including an angel window said to have been commissioned for St. Paul's in London. - Chatoyer National Monument (Dorsetshire Hill)
A monument to Paramount Chief Joseph Chatoyer, the Garifuna leader and National Hero, with views over Kingstown and the valley.
Shopping and Markets
- Kingstown Market (Bay Street)
The main produce market is the place to see breadfruit, dasheen, spices and tropical fruit and to chat with farmers from across the island. - Kingstown Fish Market (Little Tokyo)
The busy fish market and bus terminal area known as Little Tokyo shows everyday Vincentian life at full volume.
Restaurants
- Vee Jay's Restaurant (Lower Bay Street)
A long running local favourite for roti, curries, fresh juices and Vincentian lunches in the heart of town. - Kingstown Street Food Stalls (Bay Street)
Roadside vendors sell roasted breadfruit with fried jackfish, the national dish, especially around lunchtime.
Stays
- Cobblestone Inn (Upper Bay Street)
A characterful hotel in a former sugar and arrowroot warehouse, with a rooftop restaurant overlooking town. - Grenadine House (Kingstown Park)
A boutique hotel in a restored colonial house above town, with a pool and views over the harbour.
Events
- Vincy Mas (Victoria Park)
The national carnival of late June and early July, with calypso and soca competitions, J'ouvert and the parade of bands. - Nine Mornings Festival (Kingstown)
A unique pre-dawn Christmas tradition of street parties, sea baths and concerts on the nine mornings before Christmas. - Arnos Vale Cricket Ground (Arnos Vale)
One of the Caribbean's most scenic cricket grounds, a lively place to catch a regional or international match.
Things to Do
- Kingstown Cruise Ship Terminal (Bay Street)
The waterfront terminal is the starting point for many island tours and a handy place for souvenirs and information. - Kingstown Ferry Jetty (Bay Street)
Watching the ferries and cargo boats load for Bequia and the southern islands is a lively piece of island life.
Places to Visit in Villa and Indian Bay
Stays
- Young Island Resort (Young Island)
A private island resort a few minutes by boat from Villa, with cottages tucked among tropical gardens. - Mariners Hotel (Villa)
A small waterfront hotel on the channel to Young Island, close to bars and dive shops. - Sunset Shores Beach Hotel (Villa)
A long established beach hotel with a pool and garden right on Villa's shore. - Beachcombers Hotel (Villa)
A relaxed, good value hotel with a spa and a restaurant above the beach.
Things to Do
- Fort Duvernette (Young Island Channel)
A volcanic rock fort reached by boat, with steps cut into the rock to the old cannons and a fine view. - Dive St. Vincent (Young Island Dock)
An established dive centre for the walls, reefs and muck dives that make St. Vincent a critter hunting favourite. - Blue Lagoon Marina (Ratho Mill)
A sheltered marina where many charter yachts start their Grenadines sailing trips.
Nature and Outdoors
- Villa Beach (Villa)
The main beach area near Kingstown, a calm strip facing Young Island with hotels and bars along the shore. - Indian Bay Beach (Indian Bay)
A golden sand bay with good snorkelling around the rocks, popular with locals at weekends.
Restaurants
- French Verandah (Mariners Hotel, Villa)
A waterfront restaurant with French and Caribbean cooking and views across to Young Island.
Shopping and Markets
- Massy Stores Arnos Vale (Arnos Vale)
The largest supermarket on the island, useful for self catering supplies and local sauces.
Places to Visit in Leeward Coast
Nature and Outdoors
- Vermont Nature Trail (Vermont)
A rainforest loop in the Buccament Valley where, with patience, you can spot the rare St. Vincent parrot. - Dark View Falls (Richmond)
Twin waterfalls reached by a bamboo bridge, with a cool pool for swimming at the base. - Falls of Baleine (North Leeward Coast)
A spectacular waterfall at the island's northern tip, reached only by boat on a day trip. - Trinity Falls (Richmond Vale)
A powerful waterfall in a steep volcanic gorge, reached by a rugged rainforest hike. - Cumberland Bay (Cumberland)
A deep, black sand anchorage backed by coconut palms and steep forest, popular with yachts. - Richmond Beach (Richmond)
A wild black sand beach near the end of the leeward road with views of the volcano. - La Soufriere Leeward Trail (Chateaubelair)
The longer, tougher western route up the volcano, for experienced hikers with a guide. - Leeward Coast Boat Trip (Kingstown to Baleine)
Day boats run up the coast for snorkelling, dolphins and the Falls of Baleine, a fun family outing.
Things to Do
- Wallilabou Bay (Wallilabou)
The sheltered bay used as Port Royal in Pirates of the Caribbean, with some of the film set still standing. - Chateaubelair (Chateaubelair)
A fishing village and the jumping off point for boats to the Falls of Baleine and the western volcano trail. - Buccament Bay (Buccament)
A small bay at the foot of the Buccament Valley, close to the Vermont trail and snorkel spots. - Layou Fishing Village (Layou)
A friendly fishing village where boats come in with the morning catch.
Restaurants
- Wallilabou Anchorage (Wallilabou Bay)
A bay side restaurant and bar by the film set, a classic lunch stop on leeward coast tours.
Arts and Culture
- Layou Petroglyph Park (Layou)
Carvings by the island's Amerindian people on a large boulder by a river in a quiet garden.
Places to Visit in Windward Coast
Nature and Outdoors
- La Soufriere Windward Trail (Rabacca)
The classic hike up the active volcano through rainforest to a crater rim with views of the 2021 eruption landscape. - Rabacca Dry River (Rabacca)
A vast river bed of volcanic ash and boulders at the start of the volcano road, dramatic after rains. - Rawacou Recreation Park (Stubbs)
A black sand beach and picnic area on the Atlantic coast, popular with families on Sundays. - Owia Salt Pond (Owia)
Natural rock pools beside crashing Atlantic waves in the far north, a wild and memorable swim. - Belmont Lookout (Belmont)
A roadside viewpoint over the whole Mesopotamia Valley, best in the morning light. - Argyle Beach (Argyle)
A wild black sand beach next to the airport, a good stop to watch Atlantic surf.
Things to Do
- Black Point Tunnel (Grand Sable)
A rock tunnel dug by enslaved Africans in the 1800s to move sugar to the sea, now part of a heritage park. - Fancy Village (Fancy)
The northernmost village on the island, at the end of the windward road below the volcano.
Arts and Culture
- Sandy Bay Garifuna Village (Sandy Bay)
The heartland of the Garifuna community, descendants of the people who resisted British rule. - Georgetown (Georgetown)
The island's second town, with old churches and a quiet main street from its sugar era.
Events
- National Heroes Day and Garifuna Heritage (Sandy Bay)
Around 14 March the island honours Chatoyer and the Garifuna with ceremonies, food and drumming.
Places to Visit in Bequia
Things to Do
- Admiralty Bay (Port Elizabeth)
One of the Caribbean's great anchorages, full of yachts and the heart of island life. - Dive Bequia (Port Elizabeth)
An established dive operator for the reefs and walls around Bequia, including the Devil's Table. - Bequia Dive Adventures (Port Elizabeth)
A friendly dive and snorkel centre for all levels.
Nature and Outdoors
- Princess Margaret Beach (Admiralty Bay)
A long, soft sand beach backed by trees, a short walk or water taxi ride from Port Elizabeth. - Lower Bay (Lower Bay)
A golden beach with good swimming and beach restaurants, livelier at weekends. - Friendship Bay (Friendship Bay)
A sheltered bay on the south coast with calm water and sunset views. - Industry Bay (Industry)
A quiet windward beach lined with palms, far from the yacht crowds. - Spring Bay (Spring)
A secluded beach near an old plantation on the island's east side. - Fort Hamilton (Hamilton)
An old battery above Admiralty Bay with cannons and a fine view of the anchorage. - Mount Pleasant Lookout (Mount Pleasant)
A hilltop with views over the Grenadines chain to Mustique and beyond.
Arts and Culture
- Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary (Park Bay)
A small sanctuary founded by a local fisherman that raises hawksbill turtles before releasing them. - Sargeant Brothers Model Boat Shop (Front Street, Port Elizabeth)
Craftsmen carve detailed models of local whaling boats and yachts, a Bequia tradition. - Mauvin's Model Boat Shop (Port Elizabeth)
Another family model boat workshop where you can watch hulls being shaped by hand.
Events
- Bequia Easter Regatta (Admiralty Bay)
Yachts and traditional Bequia boats race over Easter weekend, with music and beach parties. - Bequia Music Fest (Port Elizabeth)
A January festival of live music in bars and venues around the island.
Restaurants
- Mac's Pizzeria and Bake Shop (Belmont Walkway)
A Bequia institution on the waterfront walk for pizza, lobster pizza in season and baked goods. - Jack's Bar (Princess Margaret Beach)
A beach bar and restaurant right on the sand, ideal for a long lunch. - Fernando's Hideaway (Lower Bay)
A small family restaurant known for fresh fish and island cooking in a garden setting. - De Reef (Lower Bay)
A beachfront restaurant and bar on Lower Bay, a favourite for Sunday lunches. - L'Auberge des Grenadines (Port Elizabeth)
A waterfront restaurant serving French and Caribbean dishes and lobster from its own pool.
Stays
- Frangipani Hotel (Belmont Walkway)
A long established waterfront hotel with a bar where yacht crews and locals mix. - Gingerbread Hotel (Belmont Walkway)
A characterful hotel with gingerbread trim and a café right on the walkway. - Bequia Beach Hotel (Friendship Bay)
A stylish beach resort on Friendship Bay with several restaurants and a spa. - Sugar Reef Bequia (Crescent Beach)
A small eco minded hideaway on a windward beach with a farm to table restaurant. - Moonhole (Moonhole)
A unique community of stone houses built into the rocks at the island's western tip, some available to rent. - Bequia Plantation Hotel (Admiralty Bay)
Cottages in gardens on the shore of Admiralty Bay, a short walk from town. - Keegan's Guesthouse (Lower Bay)
A simple, friendly guesthouse a few steps from the sand.
Cafés
- Gingerbread Café (Belmont Walkway)
A waterfront café for coffee, pastries and ice cream while you watch the bay.
Shopping and Markets
- Bequia Bookshop (Front Street, Port Elizabeth)
A well stocked shop for charts, local history and books about the islands. - Noah's Arkade (Front Street, Port Elizabeth)
A gift shop selling local crafts, art and Caribbean books. - Port Elizabeth Produce Market (Front Street)
Stalls of fruit, vegetables and spices by the jetty, plus some craft vendors.
Places to Visit in Southern Grenadines
Nature and Outdoors
- Tobago Cays Marine Park (Tobago Cays)
Five tiny uninhabited cays inside Horseshoe Reef, with turquoise water, sandbars and some of the best snorkelling in the Caribbean. - Baradal Turtle Watching Area (Tobago Cays)
A roped off area of sea grass where you can snorkel beside green turtles. - Salt Whistle Bay (Mayreau)
A perfect crescent of sand on a thin isthmus, one of the most photographed beaches in the islands. - Chatham Bay (Union Island)
A wild, quiet bay with simple beach shacks and good snorkelling. - Mount Taboi (Union Island)
The island's high point, with a hike to views over the whole southern chain. - Fort Hill (Union Island)
A short climb to old fortifications with a great view of Clifton harbour. - Godahl Beach (Canouan)
A calm, sheltered beach on Canouan's north coast.
Arts and Culture
- Mayreau Catholic Church (Mayreau)
A stone church at the top of the island's hill with a famous view of the Tobago Cays.
Bars and Nightlife
- Robert Righteous and De Youths (Saline Bay, Mayreau)
A colourful reggae themed bar and restaurant famous among sailors. - Happy Island (Clifton, Union Island)
A tiny bar built on a man made islet of conch shells in Clifton Harbour.
Things to Do
- Clifton (Union Island)
The main harbour town of the south, with markets, cafés and boats to the Tobago Cays.
Shopping and Markets
- Clifton Market (Union Island)
Colourful stalls of fruit and vegetables in the town square.
Events
- Easterval (Union Island)
Union's Easter festival of music, boat racing and the Big Drum dance.
Stays
- Palm Island Resort (Palm Island)
A private island resort with long white beaches just off Union Island. - Petit St. Vincent (Petit St. Vincent)
A private island retreat known for cottages, quiet beaches and flag service. - Mandarin Oriental, Canouan (Canouan)
A luxury resort with a golf course on Canouan's north side.
Places to Visit in Mustique
Bars and Nightlife
- Basil's Bar (Britannia Bay)
The legendary over-water bar of Mustique, famous for its blues festival and evening jump ups.
Stays
- The Cotton House (Mustique)
A historic boutique hotel in a restored cotton warehouse on the island.
Nature and Outdoors
- Macaroni Beach (Mustique)
A wide, empty Atlantic beach of white sand that defines Mustique's calm.
More to Explore
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- Basil's Bar Kingstown (Bay Street, Kingstown)
Set in an old stone warehouse near the waterfront, a handy spot for a cold drink and a meal between errands. - Bay Street Craft Vendors (Bay Street, Kingstown)
Stalls near the cruise terminal sell local crafts, spices and hot pepper sauce made on the island. - Cobblestone Rooftop Restaurant (Upper Bay Street, Kingstown)
Breakfast or lunch above the rooftops of town, a calm break from the bustle of Bay Street. - Montreal Gardens (Mesopotamia Valley, Kingstown)
Peaceful landscaped gardens in the hills at the head of the valley, full of flowers and mountain views. - Brighton Salt Pond (Brighton, Villa and Indian Bay)
A quiet beach and salt pond near Diamond, often empty on weekdays and good for birdwatching. - Paradise Beach Hotel (Villa, Villa and Indian Bay)
A small beachfront hotel on Villa's shoreline with a laid back bar. - Calliaqua Waterfront Bars (Calliaqua, Villa and Indian Bay)
Simple bars along the Calliaqua shore where locals meet for drinks and grilled fish on weekend evenings. - Flow Wine Bar (Villa, Villa and Indian Bay)
A popular spot for small plates, wine and cocktails near the south coast hotels. - Sprinkles Coffee and Ice Cream (Arnos Vale, Villa and Indian Bay)
A sweet stop for coffee and ice cream near the old airport area. - Barrouallie Petroglyphs (Barrouallie, Leeward Coast)
Ancient rock carvings in a fishing town that still keeps its traditional blackfish hunt. - Richmond Vale Academy (Richmond Vale, Leeward Coast)
A hiking and climate education centre that offers simple stays and guided treks in the north. - Rock Side Cafe (Keartons Bay, Leeward Coast)
A tiny hillside café with home cooking and sea views, loved by visiting sailors. - Yambou Petroglyphs (Yambou, Windward Coast)
Amerindian carvings on rocks beside the Yambou River near the windward coast road. - Breadfruit Festival (Windward villages, Windward Coast)
A celebration of the national staple with roasted, boiled and baked breadfruit dishes. - Georgetown Roadside Food (Georgetown, Windward Coast)
Simple cook shops serve local stews and fried fish for hikers coming back from the volcano. - Petit Nevis Whaling Station (Petit Nevis, Bequia)
The abandoned station where Bequia's small, traditional whale hunt once processed its catch, seen by boat. - Dawn's Creole Garden (Lower Bay, Bequia)
Home cooking with Creole flavours on a hillside terrace above the bay. - Frangipani Thursday Jump Up (Belmont Walkway, Bequia)
A weekly barbecue with a steel band, a fun evening for everyone in Port Elizabeth. - Maranne's Ice Cream (Belmont Walkway, Bequia)
Homemade ice cream in tropical flavours, a cool stop on a hot walk. - Whaleboner Bar (Port Elizabeth, Bequia)
A quirky bar with stools made from whale vertebrae, a reminder of Bequia's whaling past. - JT Pro Center Kite School (Union Island, Southern Grenadines)
A kite surfing centre in the reef lagoon at Clifton, popular with beginners. - Bougainvilla Hotel (Clifton, Union Island, Southern Grenadines)
A simple hotel on the Clifton waterfront close to boats and restaurants. - Sparrow's Beach Club (Union Island, Southern Grenadines)
A relaxed beach bar and restaurant on Union Island's west coast. - Clifton Waterfront Cafés (Clifton, Union Island, Southern Grenadines)
Small cafés by the jetty serve coffee and pastries before boat trips. - Mustique Blues Festival (Basil's Bar, Mustique)
A late January to early February music festival at Basil's Bar.