The 15 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 9 guides that rank for "best places to visit in barbados"
Named by 3 of 91. Harrison's CaveBarbadosA tram tour of about an hour runs through roughly a mile of cave with stalagmites, waterfalls and pools.The cave is one of the most visited natural sights on the island.
Named by 3 of 92. BridgetownSt. Michael, BarbadosThe capital is a UNESCO World Heritage site with the Parliament Buildings and National Heroes Square.Most local landmarks, shops and restaurants are in the capital.
Named by 3 of 93. Carlisle BayBridgetown, BarbadosThe bay has six shipwrecks at various depths for snorkelling and diving.Calm, shallow water suits first-time swimmers and families, and turtles can be seen.
Named by 3 of 9
4. Animal Flower Cave
North coast, Barbados
It is a sea cave at the northern tip of the island, with a guided tour and a rock pool for a dip.
It sits in the far north, where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic.
Named by 3 of 95. Bathsheba and the east coastEast coast, BarbadosThe east coast is wild Atlantic shoreline, good for watching surfers and big waves.Bathsheba has rock formations and strong surf, in contrast to the calmer west coast.
Named by 3 of 96. OistinsSouth coast, BarbadosThis fishing village holds a Friday fish fry that draws locals and visitors.Friday is the busiest night; another night gives smaller crowds.
7. Maycocks BaySt. Lucy, BarbadosA north-coast bay popular for wreck diving, with wavy water for windsurfing and kitesurfing.
8. Martin's BaySt. John, BarbadosA small fishing village on the east coast with shallow reefs and a cliff-top view of the southern coast.
9. Sandy Lane BeachWest coast, BarbadosA short stretch of fine sand that stays quiet, with no public services.
10. Rockley BeachSouth coast, BarbadosGood for boogie boarding and swimming in the surf; the Barbados Boardwalk starts here.
11. Shark Hole BeachSoutheast coast, BarbadosA small, reef-protected beach on the southeast coast with calm water and no sharks.
12. Deebles PointEast coast, BarbadosThe easternmost point of the island, with a lighthouse and viewing platform.
13. Bottom BaySoutheast coast, BarbadosA beach framed by steep cliffs and leaning palm trees.
14. Sunbury Plantation HouseBarbadosBuilt in 1660, with all rooms open to the public on guided tours.
15. Andromeda Botanical GardensBarbadosA six-acre garden with about 500 plant species in 20 connected gardens.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name December to April as the best time to visit Barbados.
Named by 3 of 91. Harrison's CaveA tram tour of about an hour runs through roughly a mile of cave with stalagmites, waterfalls and pools.The cave is one of the most visited natural sights on the island.Named by 3 of 92. BridgetownThe capital is a UNESCO World Heritage site with the Parliament Buildings and National Heroes Square.Most local landmarks, shops and restaurants are in the capital.
Named by 3 of 93. Carlisle BayThe bay has six shipwrecks at various depths for snorkelling and diving.Calm, shallow water suits first-time swimmers and families, and turtles can be seen.
