Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
If you’re in port in Antigua, make the most of your time with a city sightseeing tour shore excursion. You’ll visit a local vegetable market and spend time in the capital city of St John's, where you can shop ‘til you drop for souvenirs at Heritage Quay. You’ll find duty-free designer and locally made wares at this two-story shopping complex.
Inclusions
What's included
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Your tour starts here, our driver will meet you with a sign and then off to discover the sites in St. John's. On your way back to the Cruise Ship you are free to shop at any of the Duty-Free shops or at Heritage Quay Vendors Mall for sourvenirs.
The first cathedral was built in 1681, a simple wooden structure. This was replaced in 1745 after it was severely damaged by earthquake. The present structure as built in 1845. Presently due to Covid-19 protocols they are not open for visits.
Fort James named after King James II of England was built in the 18th Century. Due to the fear of a French invasion this fort was built to safe guard the entrance to the St. John's harbor. It was armed with 36 guns and a few can still be seen at the site.
Take a browse at The Vegetable Market where you will find all the locally grown fruits and vegetables. There is also a Craft Market next to the Vegetable Market where artisans showcase there handmade crafts and clothing.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- For clients arriving via Cruise ship, they are met with a sign at the designated pick up point which is The Beehive Restaurant at Heritage Quay. Pick up time 9:00 am
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 2 travellers
- Operated by
- National Tours
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Antigua and Barbuda, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 48% below the median of the 120 experiences we list in Antigua and Barbuda, outside the cities.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 59 of 120.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in Antigua and Barbuda, outside the cities
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