Antigua’s Top 10 Attractions

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Top Attraction #1

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Cathedral of St John the Divine

The Cathedral contains beautiful stained-glass windows, including one depicting the crucifixion. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #2

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Redcliffe Quay

Shops and stalls jostle for space along the waterfront, one of the oldest parts of St John’s. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #3

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Great Bird Island

Boat parties come here to birdwatch, picnic on the pristine beach, and for some of the best snorkelling in Antigua. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #4

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Half Moon Bay

This crescent-shaped sheltered bay is considered one of the best in the world. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #5

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Betty’s Hope

Antigua’s first sugar plantation is a valuable heritage site. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #6

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Devil’s Bridge

Waves crash against the rocks and water shoots through a blowhole at this natural landmark. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #7

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Nelson’s Dockyard

At English Harbour, this splendidly restored Georgian naval base is now also a renowned yachting centre. For more information, click here.

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Shirley Heights

Save Sunday for a trip to the Heights when it’s packed with visitors and Antiguans enjoying steel pan and reggae music, and brilliant views. For more information, click here.

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Top Attraction #9

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Fig Tree Drive

A drive inland reveals lush tropical vegetation and fragrant fruit trees, and the chance to fly through the trees on a zip line. For more information, click here.

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Barbuda

Taking the catamaran to Barbuda for the day should include a visit to the impressive Frigate Bird Sanctuary. For more information, click here.