Harrison's Cave Eco-Adventure Park
Tourist attraction · Saint Thomas
"Harrison's Cave Located in the center of Barbados inthehighlands, the Harrison's Cave underground system of rivers and caves is one of the Caribbean’s great natural wonders. Visitors tour deep inside the crystallized limestone caverns via small electric tramcars and are allowed to get off at certain points, including ata 15-meter-high (50-foot) "cathedral" and a"village" with multiplestalagmite columns. Lights illuminate the waterfalls, pools and magnificent geological formations."
Atlantis Submarines Barbados
Tourist attraction · Bridgetown
"Atlantis Sumbarine Families can explore Barbados’ undersea environment on board an Atlantis submarine, which takes passengers down as far as 150 feet to view colorful coral formations and marine life."
Hastings Rock
Permanently Closed
"Hastings Rock Beach in Christ Church features small inlets and is ideal for families with small children."
Andromeda Botanic Gardens
Botanical garden · Saint John
"A half-hour's drive from Bridgetown on the east coast, these gardenson just2.4 hectares (six acres) of lush groundsare home to an astounding variety of tropical and subtropical plants, from orchids to palms and species found only in Barbados. Thegardens were the personal project of Iris Bannochie, one of the island's leading 20th-century botanists, who began designingthemin 1954 and left themto the Barbados National Trust upon her death in 1988. An on-sitecafé is a good option for a light lunch."
Bathsheba
Beach · Saint Joseph
"Take a Stroll to Nowhere in Barbados Too often us intrepid experiential travelers can get caught up in the whole effort of trying to do it all. "I must explore this off-the-map place!" "I have to try this exotic dish!" It's easy to forget that sometimes the best way to get to know a place is to simply stroll aimlessly. Luckily, Barbados makes it an attractive prospect."
Island Safari (B'dos) Ltd
Tourist attraction · Bridgetown
"Island Safari offers a variety of jeep safari and power boat adventures for exploring Barbados’ beautiful natural environment and less developed terrain."
Holetown
Saint James
"The week-long annual Holetown Festival on Barbados’ west coast commemorates the 17th century landing of English settlers in the country and kicks off with a re-enactment of that historic event. The February 12 to 19 festival also features parade dancers, marching bands, community groups, and a display of classic cars."
Family Activities in Barbados
"Harrison's Cave Located in the center of Barbados inthehighlands, the Harrison's Cave underground system of rivers and caves is one of the Caribbean’s great natural wonders. Visitors tour deep inside the crystallized limestone caverns via small electric tramcars and are allowed to get off at certain points, including ata 15-meter-high (50-foot) "cathedral" and a"village" with multiplestalagmite columns. Lights illuminate the waterfalls, pools and magnificent geological formations."
"Atlantis Sumbarine Families can explore Barbados’ undersea environment on board an Atlantis submarine, which takes passengers down as far as 150 feet to view colorful coral formations and marine life."
"Hastings Rock Beach in Christ Church features small inlets and is ideal for families with small children."
"A half-hour's drive from Bridgetown on the east coast, these gardenson just2.4 hectares (six acres) of lush groundsare home to an astounding variety of tropical and subtropical plants, from orchids to palms and species found only in Barbados. Thegardens were the personal project of Iris Bannochie, one of the island's leading 20th-century botanists, who began designingthemin 1954 and left themto the Barbados National Trust upon her death in 1988. An on-sitecafé is a good option for a light lunch."
"Take a Stroll to Nowhere in Barbados Too often us intrepid experiential travelers can get caught up in the whole effort of trying to do it all. "I must explore this off-the-map place!" "I have to try this exotic dish!" It's easy to forget that sometimes the best way to get to know a place is to simply stroll aimlessly. Luckily, Barbados makes it an attractive prospect."
"Island Safari offers a variety of jeep safari and power boat adventures for exploring Barbados’ beautiful natural environment and less developed terrain."
"The week-long annual Holetown Festival on Barbados’ west coast commemorates the 17th century landing of English settlers in the country and kicks off with a re-enactment of that historic event. The February 12 to 19 festival also features parade dancers, marching bands, community groups, and a display of classic cars."
