4-Day Foodie Itinerary for Grenada

  • Day 1: St. George’s Market Square
    15 minutes (3.6 kilometers) from the airport

    Start off your foodie adventure at the bustling St. George’s Market Square. This vibrant local market offers a variety of spices, fruits, and vegetables, as well as fresh seafood caught by local fishermen. Be sure to try the national dish, Oil Down, made with breadfruit, salted meat, and coconut milk.

  • Day 2: Belmont Estate and Grenada Chocolate Company
    1 hour 15 minutes (35 kilometers) from St. George’s Market Square

    Visit Belmont Estate, a historic plantation, for a farm-to-table lunch and a tour of the cocoa processing facilities. Then head to the Grenada Chocolate Company to indulge in some of the finest chocolate in the Caribbean. Learn about the chocolate-making process and try some unique flavors, like nutmeg-infused chocolate.

  • Day 3: Fish Friday in Gouyave
    40 minutes (15 kilometers) from Belmont Estate

    Join locals and tourists alike for Fish Friday, a weekly street party in the fishing village of Gouyave. Enjoy freshly grilled seafood and dance to live music while soaking up the lively atmosphere.

  • Day 4: La Sagesse Nature Center
    30 minutes (14 kilometers) from Gouyave

    End your trip on a peaceful note with a visit to La Sagesse Nature Center. Here, you can enjoy a traditional Grenadian breakfast at the on-site restaurant, hike through the lush rainforest, and relax on the secluded beach. Don’t miss the chance to try some of the local juices, like soursop and sorrel.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Oil Down at St. George’s Market Square (1 hour, $15)
  • Farm-to-table lunch at Belmont Estate (2 hours, $30)
  • Chocolate tour at Grenada Chocolate Company (1.5 hours, $20)
  • Grilled seafood at Fish Friday (2 hours, $25)
  • Breakfast at La Sagesse Nature Center (1 hour, $10)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $100

Transportation

It is recommended to rent a car to explore Grenada, as public transportation can be unreliable. Expect to pay around $60 per day for a rental car. Keep in mind that driving is on the left side of the road. Taxi rides between major towns and attractions can cost up to $40.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the rainforest at Grand Etang National Park or taking a sunset sail around the island. For those with less time, skip Belmont Estate and Grenada Chocolate Company and head straight to Gouyave for Fish Friday.

Airports

Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND) is the main airport in Grenada, located in the town of Point Salines. It is approximately 7 kilometers from St. George’s and 30 kilometers from Grand Anse Beach. Taxis are readily available at the airport and cost around $20 to St. George’s.

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