Why Visit Bridgetown, Barbados?

Because Bridgetown in Barbados is a kaleidoscope of African, Caribbean and British cultures. Visiting Bridgetown you will learn a lot about Barbados while basking in its vibrant ambience and food.  Interestingly, Bridgetown’s historic area and garrison is a UNESCO World Heritage site! You can take part in the traditional Crop Over festival! Lively and energetic, marking the end of the sugarcane festival. And you do not need a visa to embark on this journey as it is visa on arrival. So, why not go enjoy this bustling beautiful capital city?

Because the city is known as having the third oldest parliament among the Commonwealth countries. Its name, Bridgetown was derived from a simple wooden local bridge built by indigenous people over the Careenage river situated in the area. The first English settlers named the bridge, Indian Bridge before it was replaced y a European design bridge and then renamed Bridgetown.

Because Bridgetown is also all about the seaside! Surrounded by the oceans, plan a getaway on a boat and take a cruise with transfers to various destinations. Take in the incredible scenery of beaches and palm trees! Guess what? You can also indulge in guided snorkeling at a reef popular for turtle sightings and also a shipwreck that overtime has become a marine habitat. There are so many cruises and sails packages to choose from at a fee. You also get to enjoy drinks and food while on this escapade.

Because it has one of the best food experiences! If you’re a foodie, positive reports recommend joining the original Bajan walking food tour. Bajan is a term used to describe people that identify with Barbados. It’s a half-day walking tour in the UNESCO-listed area of Bridgetown. You are introduced to wonderful spots to experience Bajan cuisine while listening to the country’s enthralling history. There are so many food tours to choose from, so take your time to select the best!

Because if you are the outdoors and woodsy type you can join an exploration of caves in a tram underground with a guided tour and experience bird watching in an enclosure that houses a variety of birds that live in the aviary. That’s not all, if you’re brave enough you can join the zipline offering a whooping 120 feet through the air. As you go on this ride, enjoy the amazing views of nature below.

Because Barbados is known as having the oldest commercial Rum distillery in the world at Mount Gay Rum History Museum. If you’re a fan of Rum, you can visit this museum dedicated to the drink! At this museum you get to not only learn about Rum through its guided tours, but taste different types as well.

Because you can also learn more about the city on an electric bike tour joining others on this adventure. This is a nice way to make new friends! This e-bike tour takes you on an itinerary where you can absorb the breathtaking landscape of Bridgetown and visit places like  St. John’s Parish Church and Hackleton’s Cliff which both offer impressive views of the ocean. St. John’s Parish Church is a famous landmark. An architectural beauty, the Gothic style church was rebuilt in 1836 after its previous buildings were destroyed by hurricanes. It is also known for its ancient burial vaults. Hackleton’s cliff is a limestone cliff named after a man who rode off the cliff’s edge on his horse according to traditional folklore.

Because the Bajan people are warm, hospitable and welcoming with a rich heritage and the food is a delicious fusion of African, Caribbean and British,

Impact. It’s mostly fresh seafood. The national food is cou-cou and flying fish. Cou-cou is made from a mixture of cornmeal and okra while the flying fish is either fried or steamed. They are usually served together. You can also try savoury fish cakes, creamy macaroni pie and the legendary rum punch.