Things to do in St. John's

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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

St. John's Attractions

St. John's has lots to offer travelers. Whether you're seeking heart-pumping adventures or you'd like to brush up on the local history, it's easy to fall in love with this place. With so many attractions to discover in this buzzing national capital, you'll want to start organizing your travel itinerary sooner rather than later.

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Tours & day trips

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Antigua Round Island Tour

Antigua Round Island Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $85 per adult
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Water activities

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Antigua Safari & Stingray City

Antigua Safari & Stingray City

Activity duration is 5 hours
8.6 out of 10 with 13 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $165 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Antigua Safari & Stingray City

Antigua Safari & Stingray City

Activity duration is 5 hours
8.6 out of 10 with 13 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $165 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Rum Making Masterclass Galleon Beach Antigua 2 People per Station

Rum Making Masterclass Galleon Beach Antigua 2 People per Station

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $70 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Power 360 Catamaran Cruise Antigua

Power 360 Catamaran Cruise Antigua

Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $139 per adult
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What to do in St. John's

Free Things to Do in St. John's

A break in St. John's doesn't have to break the bank. You won't even need your wallet if you go to:

Antigua and Barbuda Institute of Information Technology - This modern local landmark is an unique backdrop for a selfie.

Jolly Harbour Marina - This is a thriving place where you can soak in the atmosphere and discover the local way of life.

VC Bird Monument - Chat to a local resident and discover why many travelers stop by this place.

St. John's Cathedral - Enjoy some quiet reflection and learn a few things about this site's spiritual importance.

Fort Bay Beach - Breathe in the fresh sea air and watch the waves lapping at the shore at this coastal spot.

 

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

Dickenson Bay Beach

4.5/5(184 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
Galley Bay which includes a beach, general coastal views and rugged coastline

Galley Bay

4.5/5(73 reviews)

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

Galley Bay
Runaway Bay Beach showing general coastal views, a sandy beach and swimming

Runaway Bay Beach

4.5/5(61 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

4/5(86 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
Deep Bay which includes a beach and general coastal views

Deep Bay Beach

4.5/5(27 reviews)

Bring your kids to swim in this flat and placid bay and enjoy the spectacular views of endless blue water from the 18th-century fort.

Deep Bay Beach
Fort James showing heritage elements, military items and general coastal views

Fort James

4.5/5(94 reviews)

Admire the view of the Caribbean Sea and St. John’s and examine the powder magazine and gun emplacements of this beachside fort.

Fort James
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St. John's Harbour

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at St. John's Harbour during your travels in St. John's. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

St. John's Harbour
Somewhere out there Spongebob is wondering were Patrick is... Well, He is Kickin' It on Prickley Pear Island which is even better than Jellyfish Fields! This one is for @julia !

Prickly Pear Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Prickly Pear Island during your travels in St. John's. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Prickly Pear Island
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda as well as an individual male

Museum of Antigua and Barbuda

4/5(8 reviews)

See the daunting reminders of the island’s slave trade and learn about the Arawak people in the city’s oldest surviving building.

Museum of Antigua and Barbuda

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods 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.

Paradise View
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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
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Popular day trips from St. John's

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Galley Bay showing a sandy beach and general coastal views

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