Attractions in Barbados

    
The Atlantic East coast "not only has Bathsheba Beach going for it, but some of the most visited attractions on the island, including Andromeda Botanical Garden, Farley Hill National Park, Barbados Wildlife Reserve, and Harrison's Cave." Frommer's Caribbean 2003

    




    
        



Andromeda Botanical Gardens

    
If you walk 5 min. up the hill from Sea-U Hotel you will find Andromeda Botanical Gardens, one of the richest Botanical Gardens of the Caribbean. Nestled among streams, ponds and rocky outcroppings overlooking the sea, lies the lush garden with plants from all over the world, created by late Iris Bannochie.

    




    
        



Bathsheba

    
Bathsheba Beach used to be the summer resort of the Barbadian upper crust who would take their afternoon drink in the rock pools. Later it became a famous spot of the surfer and hippy jet set. Mick Jagger liked the place because it was so laid back that nobody made a fuss. Kelly Slater replaced the old Rolling Stone and is known to hop over from anywhere in the world when the swell is swell at Soup Bowl.

    




    
        



Bath

    
From Sea-U Guest House Hotel the brave can walk the 5 km trail to Bath Beach following the course of the old train track along the wild coast line. Bath has the shape of a half moon and is well protected by a coral reef from the breakers of the Atlantic. If you are lucky, it will be only you on that 1 km of palm tree shaded beach. Perfect place for a little picnic.

    




    
        



St. Nicholas Abbey

    
Built in the mid 17th century, and set in about 200 acres of cane, this is not a religious abbey but one of only 3 surviving Jacobean-style houses in the Western Hemisphere. This treasure has been bought by architect Larry Warren, who has lovingly restored the house and from whom we expect a superb restoration of its factory, where he plans to bottle rum and other sugar cane products. With its antique furnishings, paintings china, and a rare, 1930s documentary film on view, you'll get real insight into plantation life.

    




    
        



Hunte's Garden

    
Hunte's Gardens, centrally located in the heart of the parish of St. Joseph offer to garden and nature lovers one of the finest experiences one can find on any East Caribbean island. Created by a legendary horticulturist with an unusual flair, Anthony Hunte, these extraordinary gardens will please even the most keen gardeners and enthusiasts. With plants densely growing on many levels - from sunny and open spaces, down to a mysterious, dark heart of real Caribbean jungle.

    




    
        



Welchman Hall Gully

    
Gullies are sunken riverbeds, which carry the original tropical vegetation of Barbados. In Welchman Hall Gully human hands helped a little to create the most beautiful tropical park leading through the valley. 

    




    
        



Harrison's Cave

    
Even if caves are not your thing, Harrison's Cave is impressive. Its stalagmites and stalactites formed decorative columns which evoke the majesty of a gothic cathedral. Some of them look like a midget family holding a solemn ritual. A little train passes the fantastic formations and stops for you to take a closer gaze.

    




    
        



Orchid World

    
In the middle of sugar cane fields Orchid World appears surprisingly around the corner. Overlooking St George the garden displays an extraordinary wide array of orchids, a must for the hobby horticulturalist.

    




    
        



Farley Hill

    
The old estate of Farley Hill used to have a reputation: It housed the ever first pool table on the island and other extravagances of the 1900 century nouveau riche. After it had served in the film Island in the Sun and was embroidered with lavish wooden decorations it burned down. The ruin still carries some decadent flair and the spacious park is graced with one of the most spectacular views onto the East Coast.

    




    
        



Wild Life Reserve

    
Everywhere in Barbados you might see green monkeys jumping from tree to tree. If you keep missing them you can visit them in the Barbados Wild Life Reserve. Birds vary from colorful parrots, flamingoes and peacocks to brown pelicans. Reptile lovers will appreciate the collection of snakes (these are in cages!), iguanas, turtles and tortoises. 

    




    



	    

	    

            
Book now