— Party Day or Night in Barbados

For those who wish to party day and night, Barbados can also offer non-stop action with a wealth of bars and nightclubs, beach parties, festivals, a piano bar, and live performances from some of the world’s best-known artists.

We have highlighted some of the best party spots, bars, and clubs around Barbados on the south and west coasts.

— Beaches and Bays

Barbados beaches have something to offer everyone, and with so many beaches to choose from, you can pick a different beach to visit each day.

— Things to Buy and Take Home

While shopping in Barbados, purchase the souvenirs below that make up our top 10 things to buy and take home.

— Catamaran Sailing Cruises

Want to see Barbados from a different perspective? Why don’t you visit Barbados from the water on one of our featured catamaran sailing cruises?

— Go Deep Sea Fishing

Forget all you thought you knew about fishing. Step aboard a fishing boat and prepare for the Barbados fishing experience of a lifetime. Whether you are a seasoned fisherman, a complete novice, or a family with kids out for a fun trip, Barbados has a fishing experience to suit you.

— Oistins Fish Market

Oistins is a historic fishing town on the south coast of Barbados. It may be Barbados’ smallest city, but it lacks size, which it makes up for in character. Oistins’ thriving fishing community means you can buy freshly caught fish at the local market at affordable prices.

The streets of Oistins come alive at the weekly Friday night Fish Fry, where tourists and locals flock to enjoy the best of local Bajan cuisine prepared right before you. You’ll find shacks lined up next to the fish market selling freshly cooked fish, salad, and macaroni pie. During the Easter weekend, the annual.

Oistins Fish Festival and street fair are highlighted on any social calendar. It celebrates the local fishing community and showcases the industry at its finest.

Some of the activities you can experience are the greasy pole climb, net throwing, fish boning competitions, and so much more. Get more information about the town of Oistins.

— Holetown

Formerly known as St. James Town, Holetown is located on the island’s west coast. Holetown is named after King James I of England, as it was the site of the first settlement in Barbados in 1627. It’s a historical town and home to the early Anglican Church, St. James Parish Church, built in 1628.

Holetown also hosts the annual Holetown Festival, commemorating this first landing anniversary and the day Barbados became a British colony. This traditional festival is held during February and comprises a week of events and entertainment. You’ll find beauty contests, dance performances, live music, fashion shows, a vintage car parade, and more.

There are also street stalls selling everything from local food and drinks to Bajan-made arts and crafts, including pottery, sculpture, painting, and other beautiful art pieces—a must-do attraction and place to visit in Barbados.

— Barbados Wildlife Reserve

Barbados may not have a zoo, but it does have the Barbados Wildlife Reserve. Located in natural mahogany woods in the northern rural parish of St. Peter, you can see animals at close range in their natural habitats here. You’ll see various birds, such as flamingos, parrots, pelicans, and peacocks. The Barbadian Green Monkey is also a common sighting, and the reptile lover will surely enjoy the collection of caged snakes, An excellent attraction for the entire family.

— Visit the Barbados Museum

A visit to the Barbados Museum and Historical Society is a must-do thing for everyone. The island’s rich history and culture come to life in these fascinating galleries, set in beautiful nineteenth-century buildings. Explore Barbadian natural and social history, African heritage, military history, decorative arts, prints, and paintings. From unique exhibitions to intriguing programs – there’s always something exciting to experience at the Barbados Museum.

— Visit the Barbados Flower Forest

The Flower Forest Botanical Gardens of Barbados is a perfect place to retreat from the world’s hustle and relax for a few hours. Find your tranquillity in the Flower Forest Botanical Gardens of Barbados. Treeful forest, panoramic views, and flowers. 53.6 acres are reserved only for green botanical ventures, which have never been developed for housing or industry, with 7 acres of wild gardens in Barbados’ Scotland District, 750 ft above sea level in Barbados.

— Harrison’s Cave

Harrison’s Cave in St. Thomas is one of the great wonders of Barbados. The underground cave is an incredible display of stalactites and stalagmites, with streams of crystal-clear water. Electrically powered trams will take you through the cave network, and friendly tour guides provide historical and geographical information about the cave.

You can even disembark and walk along a stunning waterfall at specific points. A great photo opportunity! The visitor’s center provides refreshments and showcases various handicrafts and artifacts collected from multiple sites island-wide.

— Crop Over Festival

— Welchman Hall Gully

Welchman Hall Gully in central St. Thomas is the ideal attraction for nature lovers. The three-quarter-mile-long gully is striking, a mixture of a tropical rainforest with Barbadian and exotic plants. Welchman Hall Gully is geologically still connected to Harrison’s Cave, which came about due to collapsed caves. As you walk through, you will still see some evidence of stalactites and stalagmites. Another one not to be missed!

The Barbadian Green Monkey is another common sight in the gully as it provides food shelter and is a passageway to other ravines for these monkeys.

— Rent a Limo

In Barbados, you might want to make the most of your stay and treat yourself to luxury transport, so why not hire a limousine?

Additional Things to Do

Visiting the Crane Village is a definite ‘thing to do’ while you’re here on the island. The uniquely designed village is nestled amongst the beautifully landscaped Crane Residential Resort and overlooks the Atlantic Ocean, so you get the complete Crane experience in style. The community offers a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, and the best part is that you don’t need to be a guest of the Crane Resort to enjoy the Crane Village. It’s open to locals and visitors to experience all it offers.