We drove up to Salem in our 4WD hire car (essential) then turned left opposite the Desert Storm bar. About a mile or so drive which you could walk, but I personally wouldn't. The roads (as everywhere in Montserrat) are challenging! The volcano observatory is really interesting with all sorts of scientific and factual stuff about Montserrat's most famous attraction.... More

Good view to see the volcano and see where the lahar (mud and rocks) have spilled down from the mountain top to the sea. More

This was an all-around good attraction. The building was clean, and the staff was friendly. The video was very informative, and the views from the observation deck are excellent. The observatory is a little bit difficult to get to, but the same can be said for pretty much everything on this island. More

there rivers of ash were flowing down the hill like a surreal ethereal river. we knew it what it was scientifically but our mind almost played primal drums as we watched. Easy to get to just go! More

We visited the volcano observatory and when we arrived, discovered that it didn't open for another half hour. The kind lady who worked there that day opened up early for our group. The video on the volcanic eruption is a must see to really understand what happened to this beautiful island and its people. The view of the volcano and... More

I walked up there, which I wouldn't reccomend if you're not in shape (quite a steep and prolonged incline), and there was a nice view from the view point up the stairs, and I got some decent t-shirts (they just have the MVO logo on them), mugs, a photo book, and postcards. There is a video you can watch (that... More

If your not familiar with the history of the Montserrat Volcano eruptions, the video presentation at the observatory will bring you up to speed. The view from the helicopter pad is a major photo opp. More

I felt very welcomed, always ask to watch the video. More

I would recommend visiting the MVO, you must watch the video about the volcano, gives you an idea of what Montserrat and Plymouth was like before the eruption and is well worth the little money it costs to watch the DVD. More