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Barbados - Things to Do


Flights: Cheap airfare to Barbados (arriving in Bridgetown, Barbados - Grantley Adams International Airport)

Things to Do: Historic sites

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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 142 attractions in Barbados

Jacobean plantation house surrounded by sugarcane fields: dine on the bottom floor and soak in that colonial elegance.

Attraction type: Historic home; Historic site; Architectural building
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 38 attractions in Bridgetown

Mount Gay is the oldest rum refinery in the world, so don't leave the island without sampling some of this company's famous product.

Attraction type: Historic site; Factory tour
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Harrison's Cave, Barbados
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 142 attractions in Barbados

An electric tram takes you through an underground world of caverns, streams and weird rock formations. Closed for renovations since July 2006, Harrison's Cave will temporarily reopen its majestic cavern from April 1 to May 5, 2007 to the general public.

Attraction type: Cavern/cave; Cemetery
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 of 142 attractions in Barbados

The only 17th-century plantation house in Barbados entirely open to the public.

Attraction type: Historic site; Historic home; Museum
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Bush Hill House, Bridgetown
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 38 attractions in Bridgetown

A nineteen year-old George Washington spent two months at this house, making Barbados the only foreign nation Washington ever visited.

Attraction type: Historic site; Historic home
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #26 of 142 attractions in Barbados
Attraction type: Historic home
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #27 of 142 attractions in Barbados

Once the home of Lord and Lady Adams, founders of the Bajan movement; now exhibits Bajan art and artifacts.

Attraction type: Historic home; History museum
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St. John's Church, Atlantic Coast
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #28 of 142 attractions in Barbados

Built in 1660, this church overlooks the Scotland District and features a pulpit made of six different kinds of wood.

Attraction type: Religious site; Historic site
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Stavronikita, Bridgetown
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 38 attractions in Bridgetown

For the expert deep-sea diver, a 360-foot freighter ship sitting in 130 feet of water and populated by all kinds of tropical marine life.

Attraction type: Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #32 of 142 attractions in Barbados

Windmill with all its original machinery; climb to the top for some great views of the island.

Attraction type: Historic site; Historic home
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Barbados Garrison, Bridgetown
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 38 attractions in Bridgetown

Former 17th century British military base, now open to the public.

Attraction type: Historic site; Military museum
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Foursquare Distillery, Saint Philip
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #51 of 142 attractions in Barbados
Attraction type: Factory tour; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #24 of 38 attractions in Bridgetown

An engaging glimpse into the history of Barbados.

Attraction type: History museum; Historic home
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Drax Hall, Barbados
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #54 of 142 attractions in Barbados

This building's traditional, mid-19th century British architecture makes an interesting contrast with the lush tropical landscape.

Attraction type: Historic home
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #25 of 38 attractions in Bridgetown

Alongside Barbados Museum, site of former British soldier barracks, now used for horse racing.

Attraction type: Historic site
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #59 of 142 attractions in Barbados

This former British outpost affords spectacular panoramic views of the island.

Attraction type: Historic site; All terrain vehicle trail
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #60 of 142 attractions in Barbados
Attraction type: Statue
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Farley Hill, Barbados
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #61 of 142 attractions in Barbados

This 19th-century plantation house was destroyed by fire, leaving behind a spectacular ruin.

Attraction type: Historic home
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Heritage Park, Barbados
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #62 of 142 attractions in Barbados
Attraction type: Historic site; Factory tour; Brewery; Art gallery; Specialty museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #26 of 38 attractions in Bridgetown

Two late 19th century buildings built of coral stone, now important architectural landmarks in Bridgetown.

Attraction type: Government building; Historic site
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