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St. GeorgeCentrally located on the island of Barbados, is the parish of St. George. Based on its current position, the parish of St. George has no beaches surrounding it but is equally adorned by the phenomenal views it offers that look over to the South and west coasts of Barbados.
Some of the many attractions found in St. George include:- • Brighton Farmers Market
The Gun Hill Signal Station is strategically perched on a hilltop in the parish of St. George and is one of the six (6) signal stations erected across Barbados after the 1816 Slave Rebellion. This nineteenth (19th) century signal station arguably offers the best views of the entire island of Barbados and contains a captivating collection of military memorabilia. When it was known as Briggs Hill, it was named as one of the four points where guns were to be placed to give alarm in the event of an invasion.
If you are an early riser like most people in Barbados, a great place to get started in St. George is the Brighton Farmers Market. This is an open-air market that is located on Brighton Plantation. On sale, one would find all kinds of fruits and vegetables, teas, coffee, patties, pottery, plants, jewellery and clothing. An ideal place to walk around early on a Saturday morning while you are shopping and having a cup of coffee.
If architecture is what you are feeling for on a particular day, St. George offers you the opportunity to view Drax Hall Plantation. Once owned by a wealthy family in Barbados, this is one of the earliest and largest sugar plantation properties in existence from the mid-17th century. Drax Hall was reportedly built by James and William Drax and like many of the structures of that period, Jacobean architecture was the order of the day, with this building being adorned with gable roofs and casement windows.
Another historic place of interest in St. George is St. George Parish Church. This church is the oldest ecclesiastical building on the island of Barbados today. Located in The Glebe, St. George, the St. George Parish Church, along with the St. Michael's Cathedral and St. James' Parish Church were the only church buildings to survive the great hurricane that ravaged the island in August of 1831.
A look through our list of attractions throughout the parish of St. George will give you a better idea of what this parish has to offer.
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Things To Do!
Island Safari
Island Safari offers a unique jeep safari experience on our zebra striped, specially designed 4x4 jeeps. Climb on board our comfortable cabs and let us show you what the others leave out, specifically the most scenic locations of the island by travelling on and off the beaten track.
Harrison's Cave
Explore Barbados' underground! At the heart of the island lies a great geological wonder, the magnificent Harrison's Cave. Admire the crystallized, limestone cave, its flowing streams, deep pools and towering columns as you travel by tram or get up close and personal with the Eco-Adventure Tour.
Catamaran Cruise
Lay back, relax and sunbathe as you sail across the calm Caribbean Sea. Explore the crystal clear waters as you swim and snorkel with the tropical fish and majestic turtles. Then, enjoy a scrumptious lunch as you admire the beautiful rolling coastline and sparkling water.
Mount Gay Visitor Centre
Make a stop at the world renowned Mount Gay Rum Distillery and discover the secrets behind Barbados’ finest and most celebrated spirit, in the island where rum was invented! Witness the history of Mount Gay as you journey with them through their rich heritage, proven artisanship and unique taste.
SunTours Special
Grab the SunTours Special with SunTours Barbados and see all the most popular spots in Barbados! Immerse yourself in the interesting history of this island, view the most picturesque scenes and enjoy a delicious Bajan style lunch at a well favoured local spot.
Animal Flower Cave
The colourful walls and the fascinating sea anemones at the Animal Flower Cave draw a crowd, but the amazing pools, some of which are deep enough to swim in, are the real attraction. While here, take a stroll over to the cliffs to feel the refreshing sea breeze and take in the stunning seascape.
Check Out Our Restaurants
Chefette - $
A favourite for Bajans, this fast food restaurant with 15 locations across the country, is a must try!
Oistins Fish Fry - $
Visit Oistins Fish Fry, especially on Fridays and Saturdays for a deliciously cultural experience.
Salt Café - $$
From the popular truffle fries and baos to the delicious salted caramel brownie, their menu delights all foodies.
Cocktail Kitchen - $$
Located in St. Lawrence Gap, one of the best night life areas of Barbados, Cocktail Kitchen is redefining Caribbean cuisine and cocktails.
Tides Restaurant - $$$
The Tides Restaurant is one of the leading restaurants located on the water’s edge of the West coast of Barbados. Bring to life any celebration or simply brighten your trip to Barbados through the culinary and service experience provided by The Tides Restaurant and its team!
Champers Restaurant - $$$
Experience Champers – where a special combination of delicious food, consistently good service with romantic picturesque views of the waterside resides.