Antigua holidays

GMT -4 hours

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East Caribbean dollar. US dollars are also widely accepted.

Sea View Farm Village
Learn about Antiguan folk pottery, watch locals collect clay from nearby pits  and browse examples of their work for souvenirs and gifts.

Stingray City
Swim with enchanting stingrays amid clear waters and a stunning coral reef.

Megaliths of Greencastle Hill
Dotted with stunning limestone rock formations, this amazing landmark is often dubbed the Stone Henge of the Caribbean.

Nelson’s Dockyard National Park
Discover England’s colonial influence over the West Indies at this intriguing attraction, exploring the Georgian dockyard and fascinating museum.

St John’s Market
While away a Saturday morning at this vibrant market, haggling for handicrafts and fresh fruit.

Shirley Heights
Named after former governor General Shirley, this restored garrison features gun emplacements and military buildings and boasts views of English Harbour and Nelson’s Dockyard.

Museum of Antigua & Barbuda
Peruse artefacts and exhibits at this wonderful museum – you can even see Sir Vivian Richards’ cricket bat.

Harmony Hall Art Gallery
Visit in November for a craft fair and local artist exhibition, then head to the sugar mill tower for a drink at the bar overlooking Nonsuch Bay.

Frigate Bird Sanctuary
Journey to Barbuda by boat and visit the Caribbean’s largest bird sanctuary, home to over 170 species.

Antigua’s powdery shores boast crescent beaches and secluded bays. If you fancy a change of scene, hop on a boat to nearby Barbuda and laze on pink and white sands.

January
Boat Rowing Regatta
Stanford 20/20 Cricket Tournament
Super Yacht Cup

March
Antigua International Laser Open
Antigua & Barbuda International Kite Festival

April
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Stanford Antigua Sailing Week

May
Annual Antigua Tennis Week
Labour Day
St Paul’s Cultural Festival

June
Whit Monday
International Amateur Badminton tournament
Olympic Day Run
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Tournament

July
Antigua Carnival Celebrations

September
Annual DeJam DJ Festival
Annual Sizzlin Sands Beach Volleyball Tournament

October
National Warri Festival
Heritage Day

November
Independence Day
Antigua & Barbuda Literary Festival

December
Caribbean Style Super Yacht Cup
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Cribbean Comedy Festival

National Heroes Day
Antigua Yacht Cup

Browse shops and markets for handicrafts, clothing, local produce and art, jewellery and more.

9½ hours

Watch a game of cricket
Cricket is an important part of Antiguan culture, and the island has produced famous players such as Sir Vivian Richards.

Watersports
Make a splash with diving, snorkelling, fishing, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing.

Outdoor
Hike, cycle or horse-ride through your idyllic surroundings, go bird-watching for colourful species, and play tennis of golf.

Food
• Antiguan restaurants offer a mixture of spicy Creole dishes and international fare.
• Taste the island’s juicy and sweet black pineapple and visit one of the raw bars along the coast for freshly caught seafood such as spiny lobster, conch, oysters and red snapper.
• Signature Antiguan dishes include ‘goat water’, a deliciously spicy stew; ‘duccana’, a side dish with of sweet potato, pumpkin, coconut, cornmeal, sugar and spices steamed in banana leaves; and ‘fungi and pepperpot’, a thick vegetable stew.

Drink
• Tap water is safe to drink, but we'd advise you to stick to bottled water.
• You can't beat a taste of the Caribbean’s famous rum to wash down all those tasty delicacies.

Religion
Christianity

Dialling code
+1 268

Many of Antigua’s bars and restaurants offer great live music, and there are several nightclubs where you can dance the night away to the beats of local DJs.

If a service charge isn’t added to your bill, tip about 15%.