Please kindly recheck the pickup details, meeting point, and session time stated on the voucher for your selected package.
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure as we take you on a scenic journey through the heart of Antigua! Trust us. You will not miss your ship. Cruise ship passengers, please select the Heritage Quay complex as your pickup point; easy meet-up instructions will be forwarded to you. Hotel guests, please select your hotel.
Our tour kicks off with a drive through the vibrant city of St. John’s, where we’ll pass by the majestic Holy Family Catholic Cathedral, perched atop a dormant volcano—an awe-inspiring sight steeped in history. We’ll then glide past Country Pond, where our ancestors once gathered water, before stopping at the iconic Prime Minister’s office and Parliament building. From there, we’ll head along Factory Road, passing by American Road and the main police headquarters, all while soaking in Antigua’s rich history & culture.
Next, glimpse the impressive residence of our Governor-General, Sir Rodney Williams, from All Saints Road. Continuing our journey, we’ll dive into the story of All Saints Village, renowned for its pottery and as the birthplace of Antigua’s national dish, fungi and saltfish. Moving on, we’ll arrive at Liberta Village, historically the first to receive news of Antigua’s freedom from slavery. The name ‘Liberta’ itself is a nod to liberty and freedom, powerful reminders of the island’s history.
Explore churches that are up to 500 years old, built from natural limestone that changes hues with the seasons. We’ll pass by St. Paul’s Anglican Church, which once served as both a courthouse and a place of worship in the 1600s—a remarkable piece of history!
We then visit the legendary Nelson’s Dockyard, discovered by English sailor Horatio Nelson, now a thriving tourist hub with incredible stories to tell. Enjoy panoramic views of Clarence House, where Princess Margaret spent her honeymoon, and be sure to visit Shirley Heights, where you’ll be captivated by breathtaking views and rich history. A stop at the historic Block House offers the chance to admire the distant home of the famous Eric Clapton.
Immerse in Antigua’s vibrant culture at the Interpretation Center, where interactive exhibits bring the island’s past to life through captivating clips and performances.
Our tour continues with a visit to Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. We can either go inside or drive around to avoid the entrance fee, take photos, and explore the legacy of one of the greatest cricketers of all time. As an Antiguan national hero, his contribution to the West Indies cricket team helped put our island on the global map.
Before heading back to St. John’s, we’ll stop to explore more, including the remains of the old sugar factory. Antigua’s sugar plantations were once privately owned, and we’ll share the fascinating story of how this all changed by the 1930s. By 1972, sugar production ceased, but its legacy still lives on.
