St. John's

Travel Guide

Dickenson Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views
Dickenson Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach, a sunset and general coastal views
Dickenson Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach, a sunset and general coastal views
St. John\'s which includes a bay or harbor
Antigua which includes tropical scenes, general coastal views and a beach

Climb to the hilltop cathedral for exquisite views, learn about a controversial prime minister and relax on white, sandy beaches.

Tour the capital city of the island of Antigua, St. John’s, a cultural hot spot with a fascinating history. Its outskirts feature scenic beaches, while the city center is filled with museums and religious institutions that reveal the nation’s fascinating past.

Get a glimpse of the local culture with a trip to St. John’s Cathedral in the heart of the city. This 19th-century treasure stands atop a hill, with wonderful views of the surrounding area. Climb the stairs and admire the handmade wooden features of the cathedral’s interior. Learn about the indigenous and colonial history of the city at the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda.

Walk southwest from the cathedral through the city to reach the Heritage Quay outdoor shopping mall. Its two floors contain many stores, offering such items as souvenirs, jewelry and watersports. Relax in the 39ers Public Square and try games of chance at King’s Casino, which overlooks the Caribbean Sea on the western flank of the mall.

Farther south is the VC Bird Monument, which pays tribute to the country’s first prime minister. Snap photos of this lifelike sculpture of Vere Bird, who remains a divisive historic figure today. Inspect the works of art on display in the nearby Harmony Hall Art Gallery. Some of the pieces are available for you to purchase and ship home.

Take a taxi to the western outskirts to enjoy idyllic bays. Stroll along the picturesque beach of Deep Bay and go scuba diving at the Andes Shipwreck. Visit Fort Bay Beach and see the 18th-century St. James Fort. Go snorkeling amid colorful coral on Long Bay.

Find the town in the northwestern corner of Antigua. Arrive at the VC Bird International Airport and get around by taxi. Explore the rest of the island by bus from one of the terminals. A trip to St. John’s combines the charm and history of its institutions with the utter serenity of white-sand beaches.

Where to stay in St. John's

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

Dickenson Bay

4/5(21 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
Runaway Bay Beach showing rugged coastline, general coastal views and a house

Runaway Bay

4/5(15 area reviews)

While Runaway Bay might 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 showing general coastal views, a beach and tropical scenes

Paradise View

4/5(37 area reviews)

Though Paradise View might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dickenson Bay Beach and Runaway Bay Beach.

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Crosbies

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

Crosbies
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Marina Bay

While there might not be top attractions in Marina Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dickenson Bay Beach and Runaway Bay Beach.

Marina Bay
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Green Bay

Green Bay might not have many top sights, but Jolly Harbour Marina and Heritage Quay are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Green Bay
Royalton CHIC Antigua, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort – Adults Only
Royalton CHIC Antigua, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort – Adults Only
5 out of 5
Halcyon Road, St. John's, Saint John
$414 nightly
The price is $414 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$414 total
May 25 - May 26
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (279 reviews)
"Was an amazing resort. Our butlers and everyone were the best!"

Reviewed on May 3, 2025

Royalton CHIC Antigua, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort – Adults Only
Royalton Antigua, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Royalton Antigua, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
4.5 out of 5
Five Islands VIllage, St. John's, Saint John
$347 nightly
The price is $347 total per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$347 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (825 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on May 13, 2025

Royalton Antigua, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Hawksbill Resort Antigua
Hawksbill Resort Antigua
4 out of 5
Hawksbill Beach, Five Islands, St. John's, Antigua
$235 nightly
The price is $288 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$288 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (173 reviews)
"The property is fantastic with 4 beaches. The staff is great so nice and helpful. We had a beach front bungalow maybe 25 yards to the beautiful ocean. So the rooms are older but clean. No tv or microwave but the wifi works very well. The fridge was stocked daily we got beer and lots water. So the ..."

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2025

Hawksbill Resort Antigua
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Antigua Village Beach Resort
Antigua Village Beach Resort
3 out of 5
Dickenson Bay, St. John's, Antigua
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in St. John's. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (366 reviews)
"Overall my stay was good the workers there were amazing my only issue is that my room was dusty me and my girlfriend kept coughing we didn't know why until we asked the cleaning lady to change the sheets and mop. I would recommend having someone clean and dust before you unpack your bags. The property ..."

Reviewed on May 13, 2025

Antigua Village Beach Resort
Dickenson Bay Cottages
Dickenson Bay Cottages
3 out of 5
Anchorage Road, St. John's, Antigua
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"Safe and convenient"

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025

Dickenson Bay Cottages
Dickenson Bay Oasis Antigua Village
Dickenson Bay Oasis Antigua Village
3 out of 5
Marina Bay Road, St. John's
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Dickenson Bay Beach and Runaway Bay ...
"Beautiful!!"

Reviewed on May 5, 2025

Dickenson Bay Oasis Antigua Village
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of St. John's

4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
79
5 - Excellent 32%
4 - Good
105
4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
54
3 - Okay 22%
2 - Disappointing
10
2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Do not waste your money at Antigua Village “resort.” Go to Sandals or any other resort.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Too crowded. Horrible roads. Vendors too pushy.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The island is in dire need of proper roads and traffic signals. There is also lack of parking in St John's.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Downtown is very congested. No parking available most of the time. Dirty gutters. Most roads are full of potholes which are more like craters. The people drive without consideration of others. It is a nightmare to drive in Antigua.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I went on several excursions to visit historical points of interest by land. I very much enjoyed the island safari with Bruce and 2 more guests. Also went horseback riding with Nick , I was the only rider . Very enjoyable! Loved stingray city.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

St. John’s needs immediate help. Buildings need to be updated, upgraded and refurbished. Buildings with historic value and architectural features need to be rescued. The city needs proper drainage and underground sewerage system.

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