Bathsheba Beach
Bathsheba Beach, which is situated on the West Coast of Barbados, is a surfer’s and photographer’s heaven. For photographers, Bathsheba offers dramatic rock formations and abandoned houses. And for surfers, Bathsheba offers the beach’s famous Soup Bowl, where world class waves can be found. Named after the foamy water of the beach, the Soup Bowl is so popular that international surfing competitions are regularly held here. Because of the rough water in the area and rock formations, it is not safe to swim at Bathsheba Beach.
Recent visitors praised Bathsheba Beach’s scenic setting and amazing surf.
Like other beaches in Barbados, the Bathsheba Beach is free to visit from (sunrise to sunset) and offers some complimentary parking. Bathrooms are also available on site.
Dover Beach
Dover Beach of the South Coast can be found in Ousting, which is situated in Christ Church parish. Although the beaches make it not the perfect place for activities like kayaking and paddle-boarding, the waters are still ideal for surfing. Other popular water sports include Hobie Cat sailing, windsurfing and skiing. An area for swimming away from the ocean’s rip tides is also available.
Travellers who are seeking a more quiet beach will love Dover Beach’s laid-back vibe. In fact, some recent travellers noted that Dover Beach’s relaxed atmosphere was so inviting that they didn’t visit any other beaches during their stay.
Carlisle Bay
Situated on the southwestern coast of Barbados, Carlisle Bay’s beaches has tranquil waters, making it the perfect place to swim. The shipwreck in the bay also makes Carlisle Bay a great spot for snorkelling. Aquatic animals you may encounter while exploring the bay are turtles, rock lobsters and fish.
Adventure junkies rave about the abundance of activities in the area while visitors with children will tell how calm the waters are and the cleanliness of the surroundings. Watersport equipment like kayaks and jet skis are available for rent from the local vendors, or you can arrange for horseback riding on the seaside. There is also lounge chairs, towel and umbrellas available for rent.
Travellers usually charter bus or taxi to get to Carlisle Bay with is located 2 miles south-west of Bridgetown. Lifeguards and free parking are available at all the bays, and nearby facilities include dive shops, public restrooms and shops.
Harrison's Cave
Harrison's Cave is one of Barbados’ most popular attractions. The limestone cavern features many streams, as well as stalagmites, stalactites along with other types of calcite deposits. The cave sits in the middle of Barbados about 5 minutes from Bathsheba Beach and Holetown.
Harrison’s Cave is a must-see attraction in Barbados according to recent visitors. While the caves receive most of the praises, the caves educated tour guides were also adored by recent travellers.
Harrison’s Cave offers many different tours on a daily basis 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. tours typically last an hour and costs 60 Barbadian dollars ($30USD) for adults and half the price for kids. Walk-In Tours are offered on Saturdays, and there is also a special tour for kids which focuses on bats and other facts about the cave.
Animal Flower Cave
Named after its sea anemones, animal flower cave is the only accessible sea cave in Barbados, situated under the North Point cliffs in the parish of St. Lucy. Although it is not as well-known as the Harrison’s Cave, you might want to make the trip from your lodging to spend at least an hour exploring the caves.
Though Animal Flower Cave is impressive traveller warn that getting to the area is challenging and there is hardly anything else in the area to explore. And you should be cautious of where you step when entering the cave, as the stairs are steep and the rocks are slippery.
Animal Flower Cave is open every day, all day but guided tours are only available from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission to enter the cave is $10USD per person.
Mount Gay Visitor Centre
One of two local rum producers in Barbados; Mount Gay offers the tour of its visitors centre, where visitors can get an up-close look at how Mount Gay Rum is produced. After the tour of the company’s bottling facility, the guest gets to sample several types of Mount Gay’s rums.
Most travellers say the tour is educational, but a bit too long, so you should have a keen interest in rum-making. If you want to make the experience better, consider taking the lunch tour. However, don't expect to see Mount Gay’s Rum distillery during your visit since Mount Gay Rum is produced at a separate facility in St. Lucy.
The Mount Gay Visitor Centre is located, about 3 miles west of central Bridgetown near Brandon Beach. You can take Mount Gay's signature tasting tour on weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or on select Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The admission is 20 Barbadian dollars (or $10) per person, though children 11 and younger get in for free