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Harrison's Cave. ©
Cave
Harrison's Cave. , Saint Thomas Parish
4.4
Venture into an ancient subterranean limestone cavern at Harrison's Cave.. Officially only explored in 1970, it has been developed into a tou
Tours from $72
Hunte's Gardens ©
Garden
Hunte's Gardens , Saint Joseph Parish
4.8
Explore the lush tropical grounds of Hunte's Gardens, a manicured, sculpted plot that works to retrain the jungle's unruliness. Stop at vario
Tours from $80
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Scuba / Snorkeling
Scuba & Snorkeling , Bridgetown
4.8
Explore diving sites along the west coast of Barbados on a scuba diving or snorkeling trip from Bridgetown. Choose your preferred type of ves
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Boat Tour
Boat Tours & Water Sports , Bridgetown
4.8
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Carlisle Bay ©
Beach
Carlisle Bay , Bridgetown
4.6
Swim and snorkel at Carlisle Bay, a picturesque, natural harbor in Bridgetown. Crescent-shaped and sheltered, the bay is named after Earl of
Tours from $30

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FROM $53 BOOK WITH VIATOR Barbados Shore Excursion: Carlisle Bay Turtle and Shipwreck Adventure
4.6
Duration: 1 day
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FROM $160 BOOK WITH VIATOR Natural Wonders of Barbados Tour including Harrison's Cave
4.7
Duration: 7 hours
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FROM $145 BOOK WITH VIATOR Beautiful Coastal Sightseeing Tour of Barbados
4.7
Duration: 7 hours
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Barbados

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Beaches · Scuba & Snorkeling · Caves
Plan a vacation on the small Caribbean island of Barbados and experience its rich history and vibrant culture. Affectionately called "Little England," the island retains a noticeable British influence in its lively culture, visible especially in sport, religion, and the charming British style buildings with a Caribbean flair. On a tour of Barbados you can lounge on sandy beaches, participate in world-class surfing, roam the World Heritage-listed capital, or explore the lush island interior. When on the island, don't forget to sample its world-famous rum and the signature local dish, the flying fish. To arrange what you want to do in Barbados, use our Barbados trip planner.

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Carlisle Bay ©
Beach
Carlisle Bay
Bridgetown
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Dover Beach ©
Beach
Dover Beach
St. Lawrence Gap
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Bathsheba Beach ©
Beach
Bathsheba Beach
Bathsheba
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Crane Beach ©
Beach
Crane Beach
Union Hall
4.1
Duration: 2h 30 min

Hidden gems in Barbados

Bottom Bay ©
Beach
Bottom Bay
Saint Philip Parish
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
Andromeda Botanic Gardens ©
Historic Site
Andromeda Botanic Gardens
Bathsheba
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Action Charters
Scuba / Snorkeling
Action Charters
Maxwell
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
Garrison Savannah ©
Historic Site
Garrison Savannah
Bridgetown
4.5
Duration: 4h 30 min

Beaches in Barbados

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Paynes Bay Beach ©
Beach
Paynes Bay Beach
Paynes Bay
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min
Soup Bowl ©
Beach
Soup Bowl
Bathsheba
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Rockley Beach ©
Beach
Rockley Beach
Hastings
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Mullins Beach ©
Beach
Mullins Beach
Mullins
3.9
Duration: 2h 30 min

Historic Sites in Barbados

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George Washington House ©
Historic Site
George Washington House
Garrison
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Nidhe Israel Synagogue and Museum ©
Religious Site
Nidhe Israel Synagogue and Museum
Bridgetown
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
St. James Parish Church ©
Religious Site
St. James Parish Church
Saint James Parish
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Friars Craig
Historic Site
Friars Craig
Christ Church Parish
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min

Shopping in Barbados

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Earthworks Pottery ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Earthworks Pottery
Saint Thomas Parish
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
Highland Pottery
Gift & Specialty Shop
Highland Pottery
Saint Andrew Parish
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Heather Harrington Jones Fine Jewellery ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Heather Harrington Jones Fine Jewellery
Holetown
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Singapura
Gift & Specialty Shop
Singapura
Holetown
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min

Featured attractions

Andromeda Botanic Gardens ©
Historic Site
Andromeda Botanic Gardens
Bathsheba
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Hike Barbados ©
Hiking / Camping Tour
Hike Barbados
Bridgetown
4.3
Duration: 4 hours
Agapey Chocolate Factory ©
Factory Tour
Agapey Chocolate Factory
Bridgetown
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Emmanuel Tours ©
Nature / Wildlife Tour
Emmanuel Tours
Bridgetown
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min

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Places to visit in Barbados

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Regions of Barbados

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