Things to do in Antigua and Barbuda

A twin-island nation famous for claiming a different beach for every day of the year, a historic Georgian-era naval dockyard, and a genuinely low-key alternative to the Caribbean's busier resort islands.

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What's worth your time in Antigua and Barbuda

Explore Nelson's Dockyard, the world's only working Georgian-era naval yard

Culture

A UNESCO World Heritage site where Admiral Horatio Nelson was once stationed, still operating as a marina and heritage site today.

Relax on one of Antigua's 365 beaches

Nature

The island's famously indented coastline gives it an unusually high beach density even by Caribbean standards, with a different cove for nearly every day of the year.

Visit Barbuda's Frigate Bird Sanctuary

Nature

One of the largest frigatebird colonies in the Western Hemisphere, viewable by boat through Barbuda's protected lagoon.

Hike to Shirley Heights for a sunset view over English Harbour

Nature

A former military lookout offering panoramic views over the historic dockyard area, with a popular weekly sunset party and live music.