Barbados has no private beaches, all beaches are open to the public. South Coast Beaches The south coast is the bustling side of the island with many spectacular beaches: - Rockley Beach (also known as Accra Beach; closest bigger beach to where most people are staying) - Pebbles (taxi can take you there) - Carlisle Bay (taxi can take you there) West Coast Beaches (~30 mins from South) The west coast of Barbados is known for it's high end villas, fabulous sunsets and beautifully calm water. - Sandy Lane - Jujus - Mullins - Head to La Cabane, Sea Shed or Lone Star for lunch/dinner and drinks. East Coast Beaches The east coast (and south east) is known for the rugged cliffs and rocks and the powerful Atlantic Ocean swell. - The Crane - Bathsheba - Cattlewash
Higher End Dining (may require reservations) - Tapas - Buzo - Champers - Castaways - Primo Casual Dining - Cafe Sol - Cocktail Kitchen - Carib Beach Bar - Blakey's - 6mix - Worthing Square Food Court: lunch & dinner food trucks - Shakers - Just Grillin Others - Oistins fish fry is an absolute must! (get there by bus or taxi) - Chefette is like the McDonald's of Barbados Recommended Bars along the boardwalk: - Tiki Bar - Chill - Baby Doll - More restaurants and bars in St Lawrence Gap
Barbados is tiny, you can get a tour around the whole island in half of a day. Try Bajan Bus Tour (https://bajanbus.com/)or Island Safari (https://www.islandsafari.bb/)
Swim in rock pool with epic views and sea flowers and lunch after!
Eco-Adventure Park
Barbados is the birthplace of rum, we don't play around. Try out some of the best rum in the world while you are here. - Mount Gay Rum Distillery - St Nicholas Abbey
Carlisle Bay is the best place for snorkeling tours.
- Freights on South Coast is good for beginners - Brandons at Drill Hall on the South Coast is good for beg + med - Soup bowl on the East Coast for experienced surfers For lessons we recommend Alan Burke's Surf School, visit his instagram below to learn more
High end shopping
Dinner at Oistins fish fry is a must! Enjoy fresh caught fish dinner and drinks alongside the locals.
These recommendations are all on the South Coast of Barbados where most people are staying. Higher End Dining (may require reservations) - Tapas - Buzo - Champers - Castaways - Primo Casual Dining - Cafe Sol - Cocktail Kitchen - Carib Beach Bar - Blakey's - 6mix - Worthing Square Food Court: lunch & dinner food trucks - Shakers - Just Grillin Others - Oistins fish fry is an absolute must! (get there by bus or taxi) - Chefette is like the McDonald's of Barbados Recommended Beach Bars - Tiki Bar - Chill - Baby Doll - Sea Shed - La Cabane - Deia