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Explore the colonial history of Bridgetown.

The capital of Barbados, Bridgetown was originally known as Indian Bridge after the bridge built over the river – the Careenage – by indigenous Indians. Chamberlain Bridge was built in 1872, after which the name of the town was changed. This was a swing bridge, changed to a lift bridge in 2006.
The main thoroughfare is Broad Street, lined with banks and some duty free shops. Rather more interesting are Swan Street and Tudor Street which have smaller shops, as well as some interesting pavement stalls. At the top of Broad Street are the old Parliament Buildings: the Barbados Parliament goes back to 1639 and is one of the oldest in the British Commonwealth. The west wing of the building houses the National Heroes Gallery and Museum of Parliament. Opposite is what used to be Trafalgar Square (now National Heroes Square) with its statue of Lord Nelson – erected before the one in London.
 

• IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE CARIBBEAN
• Bridgetown, Barbados, Bridgetown, Barbados

• Please note that the tour transport used in the Caribbean normally consists of coasters (similar to small mini buses), which do not have suitable storage space to accommodate wheelchairs, therefore unfortunately our tours are not considered suitable for wheelchair users.

• TOUR N - LIMEGROVE TRANSFER
• Bridgetown, Barbados, Bridgetown, Barbados

• For those of us who enjoy a spot of retail therapy, this tour is perfect. Departing the quayside, a transfer of approximately 30 minutes will take us to Limegrove – the Caribbean’s newest luxury lifestyle centre.

• TOUR P - FAREWELL BARBADOS
• Bridgetown, Barbados, Bridgetown, Barbados

• THIS TOUR IS NOT PRE-BOOKABLE – PLEASE VISIT THE TOURS OFFICE ONBOARD IF YOU WISH TO BOOK THE TOUR AND PLEASE NOTE THAT IT WILL ONLY OPERATE FOR GUESTS LEAVING THE SHIP IN BARBADOS.

• TOUR EXC - BARBADOS PHOTO ADVENTURE
• Bridgetown, Barbados, Bridgetown, Barbados

• This tour will appeal to guests with an interest in photography, a sense of adventure and a desire to see the ‘real’ Barbados!

• TOUR L - HARRISON'S CAVE & SCENIC DRIVE
• Bridgetown, Barbados, Bridgetown, Barbados

• Harrison’s Cave is a magnificent natural phenomenon, quite in a class of its own. Formed from a particularly beautiful type of crystallised limestone, this stunning cavern is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular natural attractions in the entire Caribbean.

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• TOUR A - FROM COAST TO COAST
• Bridgetown, Barbados, Bridgetown, Barbados

• Shortly after leaving Bridgetown Harbour, we pass by Pelican Village – a small arts and crafts centre which houses a number of shops offering locally made gifts and souvenirs. Next we drive along Broad Street, the main shopping area of Bridgetown, followed by Heroes Square (formerly Trafalgar Square).

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• TOUR E - ORCHID WORLD & PLANTATION TEA
• Bridgetown, Barbados, Bridgetown, Barbados

• Our tour begins with a drive along Spring Garden Highway, up University Hill, and then out into the countryside, past the famous stone-carved British Lion.

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• TOUR G - ISLAND SAFARI
• Bridgetown, Barbados, Bridgetown, Barbados

• This tour will appeal to those of us who enjoy soft adventure. Leaving the port in 4x4 vehicles, we will pass Gun Hill Signal Station and its stone-carved lion. Soon we venture off-road, for a view of what the island probably looked like when it was first settled in the 16th century.

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• TOUR O - SCENIC BARBADOS & BEACH ESCAPE
• Bridgetown, Barbados, Bridgetown, Barbados

• Departing from the pier we will head north towards the parish of St. James, passing through Holetown with its monument commemorating the first British landing in 1605.

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• TOUR B - CATAMARAN CRUISE & TURTLE ENCOUNTER
• Bridgetown, Barbados, Bridgetown, Barbados

• Picture ourselves relaxing on the deck of a sleek catamaran, the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea lapping at the sides, beautiful palm-fringed beaches gliding by, and warm sunshine kissing our skin. With a gentle wind blowing in our hair, and the sweet sounds of the Caribbean in our ears, we will realise that life doesn’t get any better than this!

• TOUR H - HUNTE'S GARDENS
• Bridgetown, Barbados, Bridgetown, Barbados

• Created by Anthony Hunte, a legendary horticulturalist with an unusual flair, Hunte’s Gardens are sure to appeal to keen gardeners and enthusiasts alike.