The coastline on the northern edge of Holetown is one of the most beautiful beaches and especially snorkelling destinations in Barbados. Folkestone Marine Park (sometimes referred to as Folkestone Marine Reserve) is a "must-see" place for all lovers of the sea and the underwater world. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-folkestone] The breathtaking experiences…

Spiaggia di sabbia, Passeggiata

Bridgetown, sobborgo della costa meridionale di Barbados, vanta una bellissima passeggiata lungo piccole spiagge sabbiose ed è una delle località turistiche più popolari dell'intera isola. [btn "Ricerca di alloggi a Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2397607;label=p-barbados-haynes-boardwalk] Chiamata così in onore dell'ex Primo Ministro Richard Haynes, la passeggiata pedonale in legno si estende per oltre 1,5 miglia…

The capital of Barbados, Bridgetown, is home to almost half of the island's population. It serves as a transport hub and tourist attraction, offering not only beautiful beaches but also colonial monuments and a UNESCO-listed historic centre. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-bridgetown] Bridgetown may not impress at first sight, but for a half-day trip from…

The Maxwell district in southern Bridgetown is considered the most luxurious beach destination in southern Barbados. The beautiful local beaches of Maxwell and Dover are surrounded by photogenic coconut palms, luxury resorts and expensive restaurants. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-maxwell] The streets and sidewalks are noticeably tidier and you'll also…

The largest city in northern Barbados, Speightstown acts as a major tourist and administrative centre for this part of the island. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-speightstown] Yet Speightstown has a sleepy, laid-back feel to it - it's considerably less crowded than the densely populated belt to the south around Bridgetown. Beaches in Speightstown The…

Pebbles Beach is Barbados' most famous and longest beach. Although it is heavily visited, it attracts plenty of space, natural shade from the trees and great swimming with a gentle entry into the sea. In addition, it is also famous for the 6 shipwrecks that lie on the bottom relatively close to shore and are accessible for divers and snorkeling. The great accessibility of the beach just completes the list of positives. [btn "Search for…

Grotta

Nel cuore dell'entroterra di Barbados, nel sottosuolo si trova un imponente sistema di grotte, un vero gioiello naturale. Harrison's Cave sono bellissime grotte di stalattiti con piscine che si possono esplorare con un viaggio guidato in treno. [btn "Ricerca di alloggi a Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2397607;label=p-barbados-harrison-cave] Le grotte sono state scoperte nel XVIII secolo, ma sono state esplorate e…

Animal Flower Cave is a private tourist attraction run by the owners of the restaurant of the same name, which is located at the northernmost point of the island of Barbados. The dramatic and completely bare coastline here is impressive, with its steep and jagged cliffs that were underwater coral reefs long ago. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-animal-cave] …

Fabbrica storica

La più antica distilleria di rum al mondo in attività continua si trova a Barbados. Il Mount Gay Rum è uno dei marchi più famosi di Barbados ed è sul mercato dal 1703. [btn "Ricerca di alloggi a Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2397607;label=p-barbados-mount-gay] La distilleria Mount Gay offre ai visitatori diversi tour, a seconda di ciò che vi interessa. Dalla produzione al laboratorio di preparazione dei cocktail,…

Fabbrica storica, Museo

Una casa di piantagione coloniale, una grande distilleria di rum, vasti prati e pascoli e una storica ferrovia a vapore, un tempo utilizzata per il trasporto della canna da zucchero e ora diventata un'attrazione turistica. [btn "Ricerca di alloggi a Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2397607;label=p-barbados-nicholas-abbey] Troverete tutto questo nella tenuta St. Nicholas Abbey, nel tranquillo e dolce entroterra delle…

The east coast of the island could not be more different from the west and south. Big waves attract bodysurfing and small beaches drowned under rocky cliffs create beautiful photogenic scenery. Low visitor numbers and plenty of privacy are a bonus. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-bottom-bay] Perhaps the nicest beach in this part of Babrados is Bottom Bay…

Hunte's Garden is one of the most visited gardens in eastern Barbados, an area of lush vegetation, rainforest and panoramic views. At Hunte's Garden you can discover native Barbadian plants as well as rare exotic specimens in a very pleasant environment with many benches, ponds and places for undisturbed rest. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-huntes-gardens] …

The lively town of Oistins is a great alternative to the tourist beaches around Bridgetown. Oistins lives at its own pace, the streets are much more crowded with locals, but tourists head here for the beautiful beaches and weekend nightlife. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-oistins] Oistins will also offer full tourist facilities with KFC restaurants, a large…

The wild and breathtaking beach at Bathsheba on the east coast of the island will delight you with photogenic views and a dramatic coastline so different from the west and south of Barbados. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-soup-bowl] The beach is popular with surfers thanks to the high waves from the Atlantic. Those who aren't into water sports will enjoy…

One of the three beautiful botanical gardens of central Barbados can be found amidst the dense rainforest near the village of Sugar Hill. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-flower-forest] Flower Forest Botanical Gardens are, in our opinion, the most beautiful of all the botanical gardens in Barbados. They are situated in the sloping hills and the few grassy…

The popular Andromeda Botanical Garden is located on the little-visited east coast of Barbados. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-andromeda] The garden is an ideal oasis of calm or a place to relax during car trips around the island. If you're staying in the Bridgetown area, the slightly larger Flower Forest or Haunte's botanical gardens are closer. At…

Farley Hill is a small national park in the interior of northern Barbados, which grew around the ruins of a former 17th century plantation settlement. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-farley] Although you can walk through the national park in 10 minutes, it's definitely worth a visit. You'll be especially impressed by the breathtaking views of Barbados' wild…