Antigua and Barbuda / Driving/Parking

Driving is on the left in Antigua. Speed limits are (officially) 40mph on the open roads and 20mph in towns. The roads are in pretty good condition at the moment, but of course there are occasional potholes so you may find people suddenly veering across the road to avoid them. Also look out for goats and cattle, which seem always to find the juiciest grass at the roadside. Finally, be aware that there are a number of speed bumps, even out on the country roads. They are not that well marked (they don’t need to be, the Antiguans know where they all are). Keep an eye out.

Although there are signs at many of the main junctions, there is a general lack of road signs and street names across the island, so it is still quite easy to get lost. Some of the hotels, restaurants and attractions, for instance Harmony Hall, Jolly Harbour, Nelson’s Dockyard, put up signs. It is a good idea to travel with a map.

Parking

With so many cars on a small island, St John’s can become clogged and it can be hard to find a parking space. A new multi-storey car park is under construction next to the Recreation Ground.