Things to do in Antigua

Activities, attractions and tours

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Antigua showing general coastal views and tropical scenes
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Darkwood Beach featuring tropical scenes, a beach and general coastal views
Dickenson Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach, a sunset and general coastal views
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1. Dickenson Bay Beach

Dickenson Bay Beach is one of Antigua’s best-loved stretches of sand. Visit it yourself and see why. With bright white sand, clear waters, swaying palm trees and year-round sunshine, it is a Caribbean dream brought to life. Drive just a few minutes south from the beach and tour Antigua and Barbuda’s capital, St. John’s, with all the conveniences it offers.
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Dickenson Bay Beach which includes a sunset and general coastal views

2. Galley Bay

Galley Bay is a scenic and serene bay overlooked by an exclusive spa resort. The crystal clear water of the Caribbean Sea calmly laps the white sand, where pelicans dip and dive. Get a Tahitian-style hut facing the sea and appreciate the seclusion of your private beach balcony.
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Galley Bay which includes general coastal views, rocky coastline and a beach

3. Nelson's Dockyard

Nelson’s Dockyard is a marina that is almost 300 years old and is the world’s oldest operating Georgian boatyard. It forms part of the UNESCO-protected Nelson’s Dockyard National Park, which shelters antique houses, forts, lookouts and museums. Established in the 18th century, Nelson’s Dockyard was the home of the celebrated naval leader Horatio Nelson from 1784 to 1787. Enjoy the ambiance of the marina, which evokes images of Antigua’s colonial years and British maritime heritage.
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Nelson\'s Dockyard showing a bay or harbour

4. Half Moon Bay Beach

With its sugary fine sands and exquisite azure waters, Half Moon Bay Beach is one of Saint Philip Parish’s most idyllic destinations. Dig your toes into the soft sands and look out across a bay framed by forested headlands. Swim in the beautifully clear water or grab your mask and snorkel and explore the vivid reefs beneath the surface.
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Half Moon Bay Beach which includes landscape views, a sandy beach and general coastal views

5. Runaway Bay Beach

Runaway Bay Beach is a sublime strip of white sand bordered by a scenic blue-green ocean. It is fairly secluded and has a peaceful atmosphere, away from the cruise ship crowds and the bustle of city life. Bring a book to these tranquil shores and listen to the soothing sound of light waves.
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Runaway Bay Beach showing general coastal views and a beach

6. Heritage Quay

Heritage Quay is a modern open-air shopping complex with two floors offering a great range of stores and duty-free goods. It has a lively ambiance, with restaurants, a bandstand and a casino. Take a break from the scorching afternoon heat with a trip to some of the upscale shops.
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Heritage Quay

What to do in Antigua

Popular places to visit

Dickenson Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach, a sunset and general coastal views

Dickenson Bay Beach

4.5/5(39 reviews)

Enjoy white sands, blue-green waters and thrilling watersports at this Caribbean beach, which is conveniently located close to the town of St. John’s.

Dickenson Bay Beach
Beautiful beach "Jolly Beach", located at Jolly Harbor, Antigua, Caribbean. The water really is that blue!

Jolly Beach

4/5(31 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Jolly Beach during your travels in Jolly Harbour? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Jolly Beach
Galley Bay which includes general coastal views, rocky coastline and a beach

Galley Bay

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Stay at the acclaimed resort to experience its pampering spa treatments and enjoy excellent views of the white-sand beach.

Galley Bay
Antigua which includes a bay or harbour

Nelson's Dockyard

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Walk in the footsteps of Admiral Lord Nelson and visit the cafés, galleries and museum located inside the restored Georgian houses of this boatyard.

Nelson's Dockyard
Half Moon Bay Beach which includes landscape views, a sandy beach and general coastal views

Half Moon Bay Beach

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Stroll along this crescent-shaped beach and find a place to rest under the shade of swaying palm trees. Go swimming and snorkeling in the ocean waters.

Half Moon Bay Beach
Natural swimming pool

Fryes Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Fryes Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Valley Church. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Fryes Beach
Runaway Bay Beach showing tropical scenes, a beach and general coastal views

Runaway Bay Beach

4/5(16 reviews)

Enjoy the utterly serene ambiance on this isolated strand, go horseback riding and gaze up at the rocky Corbinson Point.

Runaway Bay Beach
Heritage Quay

Heritage Quay

3.5/5(18 reviews)

Rest in the public square, visit the casino and check out the array of duty-free products in this two-story open-air mall.

Heritage Quay
Valley Church Beach which includes general coastal views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Valley Church Beach

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Sheltered by the broad arc of Lignum Vitae Bay, this captivating beach has tranquil waters, gorgeous views, soft sand and shady trees on the foreshore.

Valley Church Beach

Areas of Antigua

Dickenson Bay Beach which includes a sunset and general coastal views

Dickenson Bay

4/5(8 area reviews)

When in Dickenson Bay, you can plan a visit to Dickenson Bay Beach and Runaway Bay Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Dickenson Bay
Galley Bay showing general coastal views and a beach

Five Islands Village

Travellers come to Five Islands Village for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Deep Bay Beach and Galley Bay while you're in town.

Five Islands Village
Half Moon Bay Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach

Half Moon Bay

When in Half Moon Bay, you can plan a visit to Half Moon Bay Beach and Mamora Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Half Moon Bay
Runaway Bay Beach showing tropical scenes, a beach and general coastal views

Runaway Bay

4/5(1 area review)

While Runaway Bay may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Runaway Bay Beach and Dickenson Bay Beach.

Runaway Bay
Dickenson Bay Beach which includes a sunset and general coastal views

Paradise View

4/5(9 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paradise View and surrounding area, you can visit Dickenson Bay Beach and Runaway Bay Beach.

Paradise View
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Crosbies

Though Crosbies may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hodges Bay and Dickenson Bay Beach.

Crosbies

 

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Mamora Bay featuring landscape views, tropical scenes and general coastal views

English Harbour

A beautiful sunset in a beautiful place

Jolly Harbour