Garrison holidays

Garrison Attractions

St. Ann’s Garrison, or ‘The Garrison’ area of Barbados, just south of Bridgetown, offers a Barbados holiday with a difference. The unique historical and cultural perspective that Garrison offers is a major crowd puller.

In fact there’s so much to do that sometimes you can feel a bit overwhelmed when visiting Garrison so lowcostholidays.com has put together a list of the top attractions in Garrison so you can make the most of your Garrison holiday.

Beaches in Garrison

Although located just off the coast the nearby beach at Hastings is only a short walk away, the beach attracts a few surfers but is generally a haven for those who just want to relax in the sun

Just a short journey away is the bustling cosmopolitan capital of Bridgetown and its various beaches, glorious, golden sand and crystal clear waters await

For something a little more adventurous head to Bathsheba beach, grab a board and try to tame the waves

Garrison activities

You can’t visit Garrison and not visit the fantastic array of museums which give a great insight into the military history of the island

Spend a day relaxing in the Garrison Savannah a giant park flanked by the magnificent Main Guard building

Head to Bridgetown for a spot of shopping, escape the heat in the air-conditioned malls

Garrison nightlife

Head to Hastings where you’ll find some great seafood restaurants serving up the days catch

If you feel like partying the night away check out the bars and clubs of Bridgetown and more specifically Baxter’s road

Check out ‘Fish Fry Fridays’ in the nearby town of Oistins to sample local food and traditional calypso dancing

Top Garrison attractions

Visit the Garrison racetrack and have a flutter on the horses, if you’re lucky enough to be around for the gold cup in March keep an eye out for celebrities

Take a guided tour of St. Ann’s fort to learn about the fascinating history of the area

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