Little Ffryes Beach, Antigua

Best time to travel: May-Nov
Ease of travel: Moderate
Cost ($-$$-$$$): $

  • Highly reviewed beach where the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic meet, on the island of Antigua

Long Island, Antigua

Best time to travel: May-Nov
Ease of travel: Moderate
Cost ($-$$-$$$): $$

  • Private island known for its luxury beachfront resort, accessible only by boat from Antigua

Nelson’s Dockyard, English Harbour, Antigua

Best time to travel: May-Nov
Ease of travel: Easy
Cost ($-$$-$$$): $$

  • Cultural heritage site and marina in English Harbour, on the island of Antigua
  • It is named after Admiral Horatio Nelson, who lived in the Royal Navy Dockyard from 1784 through 1787
  • Nelson’s Dockyard is also home to some of Antigua’s sailing and yachting events such as Antigua Sailing Week and the Antigua Charter Yacht Meeting

Shirley Heights Lookout, English Harbour, Antigua

Best time to travel: May-Nov
Walk difficulty: Easy
Ease of travel: Moderate
Cost ($-$$-$$$): $$

  • Restored military lookout and gun battery with panoramic views, famous for its weekly party
  • Every Sunday a party is held until the sun goes down that includes barbecue, drinks, and local bands playing Caribbean and international hits

Dickenson Bay, Antigua

Best time to travel: May-Nov
Ease of travel: Moderate
Cost ($-$$-$$$): $

  • Bay where white beaches and tranquil seas attract many visitors
  • The beachfront is lined with restaurants, beach bars, and water sports concessions
  • Several small uninhabited islands and a one-mile long coral reef can be found off the coast of the bay

Darkwood Beach, Antigua

Best time to travel: May-Nov
Ease of travel: Easy
Cost ($-$$-$$$): $$

  • White sandy beach in front of a lagoon, with nearby restaurants, parasols, and sun beds

Galley Bay, Antigua

Best time to travel: May-Nov
Ease of travel: Moderate
Cost ($-$$-$$$): $$$

  • Tranquil beach and bay featuring clear blue waters, a wide sandy expanse, and a nearby resort