One Sea, Many Islands. Explore 44 attractions and 6 bookable experiences across the island.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines is two destinations in one: the volcanic, mountainous mainland of St. Vincent and the scattered chain of low-lying coral islands trailing south toward Grenada. Most visitors come for the Grenadines, and for good reason - this is some of the finest sailing territory in the Caribbean, with reliable trade winds, short hops between islands, and anchorages so beautiful they became the backdrop for Pirates of the Caribbean at Wallilabou Bay.
But St. Vincent itself rewards the curious. Kingstown, the capital, is a compact town with a Victorian-era covered market, the oldest botanical gardens in the Western Hemisphere (established in 1765 and home to a breadfruit tree descended from the original brought by Captain Bligh), and a cathedral with unusual Moorish-Gothic architecture. The hike up La Soufrière volcano, which erupted as recently as April 2021, takes about three to four hours from the Bamboo Range trailhead through elfin cloud forest to a steaming crater at 4,048 feet. Dark View Falls on the leeward coast is a twin waterfall accessible by a short hike and a bamboo bridge - the lower pool is perfect for swimming.
In the Grenadines, Bequia is the first stop and for many travelers the highlight. This small island has a seafaring culture, a beautiful Admiralty Bay harbor, and a pace of life that makes the rest of the Caribbean look rushed. The Tobago Cays Marine Park, a cluster of five uninhabited islands surrounded by a horseshoe reef, offers the best snorkeling in the Eastern Caribbean - hawksbill turtles graze on seagrass beds in ankle-deep water.
Mustique, the private island where royals and rock stars holiday, is actually open to day visitors who can walk its trails, eat at Basil's Bar, and swim at Macaroni Beach, one of the finest stretches of sand in the Grenadines. Union Island, the southernmost inhabited island, is the jumping-off point for the Tobago Cays and has kite-surfing at Chatham Bay. Mayreau, with a population of about 300, has Salt Whistle Bay on its north end - a crescent of sand so narrow that the Caribbean laps on one side and the Atlantic on the other.
The island chain from St. Vincent to Grenada is one of the world's great sailing routes. A typical week-long charter covers Bequia, Mustique, the Tobago Cays, Mayreau, and Union Island, with distances short enough to arrive at each anchorage by early afternoon. Bareboat and crewed charters are available from Bequia and Union Island.
Five uninhabited islands protected by a horseshoe reef create a natural lagoon with crystal-clear water. Hawksbill turtles are so abundant you can float among them in waist-deep seagrass. The reef wall on the Atlantic side has excellent coral and fish diversity. Access is by boat from Mayreau or Union Island.
The active volcano on St. Vincent's north end rises to 4,048 feet. The trail from the Bamboo Range trailhead takes three to four hours up through cloud forest to the steaming crater rim. A guide is strongly recommended as the trail is poorly marked above the tree line. Start early to beat the afternoon clouds.
Bequia's main harbor is ringed by restaurants, bars, and the historic waterfront of Port Elizabeth. Rent a dinghy to explore the bay, walk along the Belmont Walkway to Princess Margaret Beach, or visit the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary where Orton King has been raising and releasing hawksbill turtles for decades.
Mustique's legendary beach bar sits on pilings over the water at Britannia Bay and has hosted everyone from Mick Jagger to Princess Margaret. Day visitors can take the ferry from Bequia or charter a boat. Wednesday night jump-ups with live music are the social event of the Grenadines season.
A perfect crescent of white sand on Mayreau's north coast where the beach is so narrow you can see the Atlantic on one side and the Caribbean on the other. There is no development aside from a small beach bar. The snorkeling on the rocky edges is surprisingly good. Access is by boat or a short walk from Saline Bay.
Established in 1765, these are the oldest botanical gardens in the Western Hemisphere. Highlights include a breadfruit tree descended from the original specimen brought from Tahiti by Captain Bligh in 1793, a collection of tropical palms and spice trees, and the Parrot Conservation Center housing the endangered St. Vincent parrot.
The broad, protected bay on Union Island's leeward coast catches consistent trade winds from December through June, making it one of the best kitesurfing spots in the Southern Caribbean. A few local operators offer lessons and gear rental. The beach is undeveloped and beautifully isolated.
A 20-acre botanic garden founded in 1765 preserving native trees & shrubs & the St. Vincent parrot.
Completed in 1806, this former defense fort features cannons, sweeping ocean views & a history room.
Montreal Gardens 🇻🇨 is a nature attraction on St. Vincent & Grenadines. This natural area showcases the lush tropical landscapes and diverse ecosystems that St. Vincent & Grenadines is known for. Visitors can explore the local flora and fauna in a serene setting.
St. Mary's Cathedral is a nature attraction on St. Vincent & Grenadines. This natural area showcases the lush tropical landscapes and diverse ecosystems that St. Vincent & Grenadines is known for. Visitors can explore the local flora and fauna in a serene setting.
Belmont Lookout is a nature attraction on St. Vincent & Grenadines. This natural area showcases the lush tropical landscapes and diverse ecosystems that St. Vincent & Grenadines is known for. Visitors can explore the local flora and fauna in a serene setting.
Black Point Tunnel is a nature attraction on St. Vincent & Grenadines. This natural area showcases the lush tropical landscapes and diverse ecosystems that St. Vincent & Grenadines is known for. Visitors can explore the local flora and fauna in a serene setting.
Kingstown Cruise Ship Pier is a nature attraction on St. Vincent & Grenadines. This natural area showcases the lush tropical landscapes and diverse ecosystems that St. Vincent & Grenadines is known for. Visitors can explore the local flora and fauna in a serene setting.
Narrow canyon with a long waterfall tumbling into a rocky pool, usually reached by boat tour.
Walliabou Heritage Park is a nature attraction on St. Vincent & Grenadines. This natural area showcases the lush tropical landscapes and diverse ecosystems that St. Vincent & Grenadines is known for. Visitors can explore the local flora and fauna in a serene setting.
Pirates Of The Caribbean is a nature attraction on St. Vincent & Grenadines. This natural area showcases the lush tropical landscapes and diverse ecosystems that St. Vincent & Grenadines is known for. Visitors can explore the local flora and fauna in a serene setting.
Wallilabou Anchorage is a nature attraction on St. Vincent & Grenadines. This natural area showcases the lush tropical landscapes and diverse ecosystems that St. Vincent & Grenadines is known for. Visitors can explore the local flora and fauna in a serene setting.
Fort Duvernette is a nature attraction on St. Vincent & Grenadines. This natural area showcases the lush tropical landscapes and diverse ecosystems that St. Vincent & Grenadines is known for. Visitors can explore the local flora and fauna in a serene setting.
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