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Overview
Are you craving a historical adventure in Barbados? Do you love hearing stories? Well, we’d love to tell YOU our historical stories by taking you back in time during a two hour walking tour. The journey is fully infused with the mingle of our ancestors and the soft whispers of our buildings. You will hardly notice the passage of time as we explore exciting sites all the way from Our Father of Independence to the “Bridge”. This tour has 8 main stops and 8 optional stops. Come witness the last remnants of a Screwdock in the world and explore a wealth of the commercial and religious spaces of our beloved Bridgetown. A little snack helps pass the time as you get a nibble of the sweetness that makes us the people known as Barbadians. This tour is ideal for; - the historian - the curious visitor - the casual cruise visitor - You - anyone seeking to learn of the rich heritage that this UNESCO World Heritage Site has to offer. - As an addition to any Barbados vacation packages
Meeting and Pickup
We will meet you near the gazebo by the Errol Barrow Statute. We give recommended spots for parking, however because there could be changes to the car park, we cannot be responsible for the availability of the car park, especially when Bridgetown is closed..
End Point
This is the Jewish Historical District. The tour ends here. Or you can continue with the bonus stops and brings you back to Independence Square. You may indicate at the beginning for the tour what your preference is.
Redemption Instructions
Start times: Sunday mornings:- 10:00 a.m Wednesdays - 1:00 p.m Tuesday and Thursday mornings:- 9:30 a.m. Sunday evenings:- 3:30 p.m Assembly point is the Errol Barrow Statute in Independence Square, Bridgetown Assembly time is 15 mins before start of tour • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended * Comfortable clothing * Face Mask * Hand Sanitizer * Sunblock * Hat * Weather gear Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port, Fairchild Street Bus Terminal and the Lower Bay Street Parking Lot. (Behind Massy Home Stores)
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Errol Barrow Statue
2. Along the Bridgetown side of the Bay have their stories to tell.
3. We will tell you the importance of this Dock to the economic development of Barbados.
4. We tell you about the monuments found here.
5. The Parliament building and story. We do not enter the attraction.
6. We will tell you about the buildings that make up the Jewish Historic Area and you might actually hear a story or two. We do not enter the attraction.
7. This stop is part of the Optional stops. We share the story of St Mary's and its environs. We do not enter the attraction.
Inclusion
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Local guide
Exclusion
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability
The start point is the Errol Barrow Statute in Independence Square. The tour guide will meet you there.
There are 8 main stops. Independence Square to the Jewish Historical District. Your tour can end here, or you can opt for the bonus 8 more stops from James Street, back to Independence Square
Bridgetown can be closed on holidays and Sundays. Check the current opening times of Bridgetown, if that is important for you, while choosing your days.
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