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Bridgetown travel guide

A UNESCO historic town, cricket and Carlisle Bay

Bridgetown and the Careenage. Photo: P.Lechien, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

8h 45mflight from London
BGInearest main airport
28° in Sepwarmest month
26° in Febcoolest month

Bridgetown, the capital, has a UNESCO-listed historic centre with the Parliament Buildings, the Garrison and the Careenage harbour.

Carlisle Bay next to the town has calm water and shipwrecks to snorkel, and the Kensington Oval hosts international cricket.

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What Bridgetown is known for

  • The Garrison

    A UNESCO site.

  • Carlisle Bay

    Shipwreck snorkelling.

  • Kensington Oval

    Test cricket.

  • Parliament Buildings

    A historic parliament.

Top things to do in Bridgetown

  1. 1

    Carlisle Bay

    Snorkel over shipwrecks.

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  2. 2

    The Garrison

    History and George Washington House.

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  3. 3

    Kensington Oval

    A match or a tour.

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  4. 4

    Mount Gay Visitor Centre

    Rum tasting.

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Where to stay in Bridgetown

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Best time to visit Bridgetown

Best value: May, Nov. December to April: dry and sunny.

  • Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
  • PeakBusiest, highest prices
  • QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
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Getting there and around

About 8h 45m from London to BGI, and flights from most UK airports. How long is the flight from your airport?

Walk the centre. Buses go everywhere from here.

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Good to know

  • Shops close early on Saturdays and on Sundays.
  • Cruise days are busy.
  • Check the cricket calendar for matches.
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Bridgetown FAQ

Is Bridgetown worth a visit?

Yes, for a day.

Can you snorkel in Carlisle Bay?

Yes, over several wrecks.

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