Half Day Historical Tour in Antigua with Beach
Description
Why Choose This Tour? - Perfect for first-time visitors. - Includes convenient pickup at cruise terminal. - See the island’s top highlights in one scenic adventure. Book now and experience the best of Antigua!!
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Blockhouse is a brick ruin located high above English Harbour in Nelson's Dockyard National Park, overlooking the southeastern coast of Antigua. Constructed in the 18th century, it offers unobstructed views of Antigua's coastline.
Shirley Heights is a restored military lookout and gun battery. The Lookout is a high point (about 490 ft.) that affords a superb view of English and Falmouth Harbours, one of the best views in Antigua!!
This park has been the heart of naval activity on the island since the 18th century. It is famous for being the only Georgian dockyard in the world that is still operational. Throughout the years, it has preserved its maritime and colonial history, and in 2016, it was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
At Pigeon Point Beach, you'll be greeted by fine white sand randomly interspersed with trees, creating an airy yet shady environment. This idyllic little beach in the quiet bay of Falmouth Harbour is close to many popular places in English Harbour and is one of the most accessible beaches on the island.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Meeting Instructions Your tour departs from ZONE 7 at the Barbuda Express Parking lot, located near Rum Runners By the Sea, which is an approximate 5 to 10-minute walk from the cruise ship pier. Upon disembarking, please follow the signs and instructions to exit the cruise pier. Once you exit, please walk along the boardwalk and follow it until you reach the Barbuda Express parking lot. Please look for the local representative who will be holding a sign that reads Voyages Antigua. If your ship docks at Nevis Pier: Upon disembarking, please follow the signs and instructions to exit the cruise ship pier. Once you exit, turn left onto the boardwalk and follow until you reach ZONE 7 at the Barbuda Express parking lot. Please look for the local representative who will be holding a sign that reads Voyages Antigua. To ensure a smooth departure, we kindly ask all guests to please plan to be at the designated departure location at least 10 minutes before the scheduled tour time. Recommended Dress Comfortable light clothing, walking shoes, swimsuit, sunglasses, sunscreen and towel.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(93)
It was a very good tour. Enjoyed learning something about the history of Antigua. And the views were beautiful.
We ended up with a very small group that was accomodated by the provider. Leo our guide was very personable and fun to talk to. He was knowledgeable about the sites visited and flexible to meet our needs/wants. Overall, looking at a map we saw about 1/2 the island. The van was clean and comfortable and air conditioned. It was noted that we were going off-season, so the crowds at the stops were not overwhelming which was nice.
Tour of Antigua was great! We enjoyed the sites and the information shared about the island. The view from Shirley Heights was amazing.
Thank you for the 5-star rating, Ehize! We appreciate your support. Regards Team Voyages Antigua
Our driver Leo was very good!! Polite and new the right places to take us. The Pigeon Beach was beautiful. He was on time for pickup and drop off. I recommend this tour if you are with children and don’t have to much time.
Thank you for your kind words, Elena! We are so glad that Leo provided exactly what you needed. See you soon in Antigua!! Regards Team Voyages Antigua
Our guide Kim was wonderful, knowledgeable and funny! She talked with everyone, asked questions and interacted with the entire tour. Our driver Jamie was great at getting us around safely! The tour was gorgeous and we loved it!
Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Brandie_L. It honestly means a lot for us. Kim and Jamie will glad to hear that they made your day special. Regards Team Voyages Antigua
Ensure the driver knows what package you bought. We bought the half day Antigua Round but, we only saw the Devil's bridge. He tried to take us to Sheirley's height but, we had been there on a previous tour the day before. He also took us to Nelson's Dockyard eventhough we told him we had been there yesterday. It was a total waste of our money. The driver, informative but, was on his phone constantly while driving, making it an unsafe and uncomfortable ride.
Hello Stephanie, Thanks for your feedback, however you've mentioned the wrong tour company . We think that you did our tour first then did Round the Island Tour, since our Half Day Tour and Beach doesn't include Devil's Bridge. We hope the right company can get your feedback. Regards Team Voyages Antigua
It was fantastic! We loved our Tour Guide and Driver. The van was clean, cool van. We did an excursion in every Port and this was our favorite. I believe I got this tour mixed up with another tour when submitting my Viator review regarding lack of seat belts & water. Please, disregard that review.
Thank you for the 5-star rating, Cathleen! We’re so happy you’re enjoying the experience with us! Thanks as well for the clarification. Regards Team Voyages Antigua
Nice air conditioned van and friendly & helpful Guide. No seat belts and lack of offering water to everyone in the van were the reasons we gave it a 4 instead of 5.
Very fun and educational tour. A super cute guide who was genuinely interested in everyone. It is a lovely, quiet and beautiful island and the guide has done her job well to show that. A ten with a snatch.
The pickup process was efficient and the transport van was very comfortable. The guide was a delight and very informative. My only suggestion is that the beach location could improve dramatically in terms of facilities.
Thanks a lot for the review and rating, Pedro. We’re glad most of your experience landed well. There was something that didn’t quite hit the mark, we really appreciate hearing about it so we can improve. We appreciate the honest feedback. Regards Team Voyages Antigua
