Explore Antigua in Seven Days

  1. Day 1: Nelson's Dockyard National Park
    30 minutes (7.5km) from V.C. Bird International Airport

    Discover the history and heritage of the island amidst beautiful scenery and yachts.

  2. Day 2: Dickenson Bay
    20 minutes (9.1km) from Nelson's Dockyard National Park

    Relax on the soft white sands of one of Antigua's most popular beaches.

  3. Day 3: Shirley Heights Lookout and English Harbour
    10 minutes (3.5km) from Dickenson Bay

    Experience stunning views at sunset while enjoying live music, BBQ, and drinks in the historic ruins of an 18th-century fort.

  4. Day 4: Fig Tree Drive
    30 minutes (12.3km) from Shirley Heights Lookout and English Harbour

    Drive through the lush rainforest, past banana and pineapple fields, and visit the Antigua Rainforest Canopy for an aerial adventure.

  5. Day 5: Half Moon Bay
    30 minutes (14.4km) from Fig Tree Drive

    Swim, snorkel, or surf in the turquoise waters of this secluded beach.

  6. Day 6: St. John's Cathedral
    30 minutes (17.3km) from Half Moon Bay

    Marvel at the beautiful Baroque architecture, stained-glass windows, and historical artifacts inside Antigua's oldest church.

  7. Day 7: Devil's Bridge and Long Bay Beach
    40 minutes (22.5km) from St. John's Cathedral

    Witness the natural wonder of a natural limestone arch formation and cool off at one of Antigua's most serene beaches.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Nelson's Dockyard National Park (2 hours, free admission)
  • Dickenson Bay (4 hours, $15 for beach chairs and umbrella rental)
  • Shirley Heights Lookout and English Harbour (5 hours, $30 for entrance and food/drinks)
  • Fig Tree Drive and Antigua Rainforest Canopy Tour (6 hours, $85 for tour)
  • Half Moon Bay (3 hours, free admission)
  • St. John's Cathedral (2 hours, free admission)
  • Devil's Bridge and Long Bay Beach (4 hours, free admission)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $130

Useful Tips

For those who have more time, consider visiting the serene beaches of Jolly Beach or Deep Bay. Alternatively, explore the historic Betty's Hope sugar plantation or take a catamaran cruise to enjoy Caribbean Sea views.

For those who have less time, consider combining Days 4 and 5 to visit Fig Tree Drive and Half Moon Bay in one day. Additionally, skip St. John's Cathedral and Devil's Bridge to shave off a few hours of your trip.

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