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BARBADOS has the greatest diversity and depth of tourism in any "small" Caribbean island. It is easily accessible and is a good "hub" for island hopping. There is good culture; the islanders are gracious and approachable and there is a very good range of accommodation including outstanding hotels and superb villas. There are excellent restaurants, and activities include watersports, on-land tours and polo matches.

Best for: White sand beaches, restaurants, lively and sophisticated social scene, great villa life, good service, gourmet dining, golf, shopping

View our Barbados island guide

The 10 best Beaches

  • Paynes Bay
  • Mullins Beach
  • Accra Beach (AKA Rockley)
  • Miami Beach
  • Crane Beach
  • Port St Charles
  • Glitter Bay
  • Carlisle Bay
  • Dover Beach
  • East Coast/Bathsheba

The 10 best Restaurants

  • The Cliff, St James
  • Aqua Restaurant,Hastings
  • The Tides, Holetown, St James
  • Daphne's, Paynes Bay
  • Fish Pot, St Peter
  • Lone Star
  • Calabaza
  • Wispers
  • Champers
  • The Restaurant at Southsea

The 10 best Places to See

  • St Nicholas Abbey
  • Harrison's Cave
  • Graeme Hall Nature Sanctuary
  • Cherry Tree Hill and the East Coast
  • Barbados Museum
  • Barbados Wildlife Reserve
  • Farley Hill National Park
  • Ocean Park
  • The Crane
  • Flower Forest

10 best Things to do

  • Atlantis Submarine
  • Cool Runnings Catamaran Cruise
  • Bajan Helicopters
  • Island Safari Jeep Tour/Adventureland Tours
  • Drive along the East Coast
  • Watch International polo
  • Day at the races (Sandy Lane Gold Cup)
  • Golf tournaments
  • Concorde Experience
  • Orchid World