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Barbados / Getting Around

There is much to see on Barbados and the island has a good network of roads for visitors wanting to explore under their own steam and hire a car. For those who would prefer to rely on public transport, there is a comprehensive bus network that makes it easy to get around and soak up the local flavour at the same time.

There are no ferry services between Barbados and other islands, so any such trips are by plane. However, Barbados is ideally placed for exploring St Vincent and the Grenadines and a number of companies offer flight-based day tours.

For more information about local transport on Barbados, including recommended car rental companies, ferries and Island hopping options, please select a Getting Around Barbados category below or from the side menu.

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  1. Ride the waves at kitesurfing mecca Silver Point
  2. Drive along the breathtakingly beautiful East Coast
  3. Go underground at Harrison's Cave
  4. Hobnob with the stars watching a polo match
  5. Step back in time at the impressive Jacobean plantation house - St Nicholas Abbey

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