Top Antigua and Barbuda Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

This boat tour from Jolly Harbor takes you to secluded islands near Antigua, including Maiden Island and Cades Reef for snorkeling. Enjoy a freshly prepared beachside lobster lunch with grilled lobster (seasonal) and relax with a rum punch or other drink. Hotel pickup is included on this tour.

Join a local tradition twice a week in St. John’s at this sunset party with live music, drinks, and gorgeous views. Enjoy roundtrip transportation from your hotel for convenience to the restored military lookout Shirley Heights, which offers incredible Caribbean Sea views. Enjoy watching the sun sink into the sea to the tunes of calypso and reggae music as you sip on rum punch with Antiguan locals.

Learn about Antigua’s past and present on this guided tour of the island. This extensive sightseeing tour includes popular sights including Devil’s Bridge, Blockhouse, Shirley Heights, Nelson Dockyard, Fig Tree Drive where you’ll see banana trees, pineapples and more. Plus, enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the local restaurant.

Cruise on a boat to Stingray City from St. John’s for a unique and memorable experience of swimming with stingrays—leaving all the logistics to someone else. After being picked up from your hotel or cruise port, you’ll cruise to Stingray City, a shallow sandbar where you can swim with stingrays in their natural habitat. Enjoy rum punch on board (21+) and use the snorkeling equipment, all included.

Explore Antigua from the back of a tuk-tuk with a local guide to show you around some of the island’s most scenic spots. From the greenery of Fig Tree Drive to meeting local vendors and trying fresh fruit, there’s plenty to do and experience. Visit three white sandy beaches where the only thing you’ve got to worry about is choosing between taking a dip and sunbathing.

Tour the island of Antigua from one end to the other on this 3.5-hour exploration of all the area’s major landmarks. Join your guide as you check out major Antigua historical sites, including English Harbor, Blockhouse Ruins, Nelson’s Dockyard National Park, Shirley Heights and the location for most of the island’s yachting and sailing competitions. This overview of Antigua’s top attractions also includes round-trip transportation from your hotel or cruise ship, plus all entrance fees.

Experience Antigua’s turquoise waters the easy way — in your own self-drive solar GoBoat. These quiet, electric boats are simple to operate (no experience needed) and perfect for exploring calm bays, hidden coves, and scenic coastline at your own pace. Meet at Valley Church Beach or Mistic Beach Bar — whichever is more convenient for you. Choose a short 1-hour cruise or stay out for up to 8 hours. Full-day rentals include a cooler, snorkeling gear, and beach-hopping tips so you can make the most of your time on the water. Whether you’re a couple looking for a private sunset ride, a family wanting an easy adventure, or just someone who wants to explore without the noise of a motorboat, these solar GoBoats deliver a relaxed, eco-friendly experience. Safety equipment and basic instruction are included. Just show up, hop on, and enjoy the freedom of the Caribbean.

Take in the sights and sounds of Antigua by land and sea with this guided tour led by a local spearfisherman. Get the chance to snorkel with sea turtles and explore shipwrecks at Galleon Beach. This tour can accommodate all travelers, even those who do not want to snorkel. Other stops include Shirley Heights and Nelson's Dockyard.

Sail all the way around the island of Antigua in just one day with this powerboat tour. You'll get the chance to swim with rays before sailing off to dine on an included lunch right on the beach. You'll then head to the Pillars of Hercules for snorkeling and on to Rendezvous Bay for swimming and beach time before heading back to your departure point.

Cruise on a boat to Stingray City from St. John’s for a unique and memorable experience of swimming with stingrays—leaving all the logistics to someone else. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience. Cruise to Stingray City, a shallow sandbar where you can swim with stingrays in their natural habitat. Then visit scenic Devil’s Bridge and relax at Long Bay beach, where you can snorkel, before returning to St. John’s.

Uncover the island of Antigua on this quaint tour with a local expert guide. You’ll be picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle and driven around the island to see its landmarks and viewpoints, from Sugar Mill and Devil’s Bridge to Shirley Heights and the history-filled UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nelson’s Dockyard. Your local guide takes care of everything, and shares insights, local legends, and fascinating facts along the way.

Uncover the island of Antigua with a side of adventure on this guided ATV tour. Drive your own ATV (up to two people) around the island to see landmarks and viewpoints, from Devil’s Bridge to Long Bay to Betty’s Hope historic sugar plantation. You’ll also explore two nature-filled bike trails. Your local guide takes care of everything, and shares insights and wildlife knowledge along the way.

Make the most of your time in Antigua with a small-group tour that showcases the very best of the island. Forget planning an itinerary or hiring a car, this tour takes you straight to the highlights, including pristine beaches, where you can swim and snorkel, fascinating historic sights, plus a stop to sample rum and taste black pineapple, the island's national fruit. A local guide is on-hand throughout to provide insider insight into Antigua's history and culture.

Climb aboard a boat at St. John’s for a half-day at sea—leaving all the logistics to your crew. You’ll cruise to Green Island, one of the 51 islands off Antigua with natural pools, white sand, and sea turtles in the surrounding waters. Enjoy time to snorkel and watch the turtles, and relax on the beach. Then visit Emerald Cove to try and see starfish before returning to St. John’s.

Meet Antigua's famous southern stingrays in their natural habitat on one of the island's top-rated experiences. WHY BOOK WITH US? ✔ Resort pickup by air-conditioned van ✔ Short 8-minute boat ride ✔ Ages 0+ ✔ Local professional guide ✔ Rashguard included ✔ Exclusive Personalized Certificate – only on our tour ✔ Assistance before, during and after the tour ✔ No need to arrange taxis ✔ Small-group experience More than transportation to Stingray City: your guide shares local insights and assists you throughout the experience. From pickup to drop-off, enjoy personal assistance every step of the way. A favorite among families visiting Antigua. After a short 8-minute boat ride, enter shallow waters (approximately 5 ft deep) and interact safely with friendly southern stingrays in their natural habitat. No swimming skills are required. Suitable for everyone, from babies to adults. The animals are free and respected, offering an authentic and ethical wildlife experience.

Discover the island of Antigua on this private tour with a born-and-raised Antiguan who will take you beyond the beaten path. You’ll be picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle to see its best landmarks and viewpoints, including Devil’s Bridge, Shirley Heights, Betty’s Hope sugar mill, and the history-filled UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nelson’s Dockyard. Your local guide takes care of everything, and shares insights and stories along the way.

Discover Antigua at your own pace and according to your interests with a fully customizable private tour. Step aboard your private van with a local driver-guide and create the perfect experience: whether you want to relax on the island’s most beautiful beaches, explore historical sites, connect with nature. This tour is designed around you. Unlike standard tours, here you are in control. We'll be happy to suggest itineraries and must-see stops based on your preferences, helping you experience the best of Antigua in just a few hours. What to Expect: Fully private and customizable tour; Flexible duration: 3, 4, 5, or 6 h; Comfortable van with experienced local guide; Tailor-made itinerary based on your interests; Insider tips on beaches, history, nature or snorkeling; Selection of snacks and drinks. Whether it’s your first time in Antigua or you’re looking to explore it more deeply, this tour gives you the total freedom to experience the island exactly the way you want.

Spend a day in Antigua's North Sound, swimming, snorkeling, and learning about the area's natural ecosystem. You'll bird watch at Great Bird Island, go caving at Hell's Gate, visit the turtle conservation project at Long Bay, and learn about the mangrove system at Guiana Island, with a stop for an included lunch along the way.

Taste your way through Heritage Quay with this food-focused tour. Your local guide will take you and your smallish group of fellow travelers on a food-focused exploration of the area, giving you the chance to sample all sorts of traditional dishes you might otherwise overlook. You'll even stop to taste some locally produced rum.

Experience an unforgettable adventure on the east coast of Antigua. Visit Stingray City and Long Bay Beach. This excursion is perfect for families & couples. If you’re visiting by cruise ship, you can book with complete confidence—your schedule is carefully monitored to ensure you return to your ship on time. Hotel guests are asked to wait in the lobby. Sandals guest at their security gate. Your journey begins with your Driver Guide sharing history tales along the way, then a stop at the beautiful Long Bay Beach, where you can relax and swim. You’ll enjoy either 1 hour or up to 2 hours and 15 minutes of beach time. The adventure continues at Stingray City, you’ll be taken by boat to the park. Interact with friendly stingrays in their natural habitat. Feed them, gently pet them, and enjoy the thrill of being up close with these amazing creatures. Capture unforgettable moments with photos that will last a lifetime. You’re free to bring a GoPro or waterproof phone case for memories.

Maximize your time in St. John’s on this 4-in-1 land and sea tour. Cruise on a boat to Stingray City from St. John’s to swim with stingrays in their natural habitat. Then, see scenic Devil’s Bridge and visit Long Bay for snorkeling. Back on land, enjoy an Antiguan lunch and tour of old sugar plantation Betty’s Hope. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Sea scooter snorkeling tours are popular shore excursion for visitors docked to Antigua and Barbuda. After your guide provides a sea scooter tutorial, dive in and propel through the water, taking in diverse ocean life around you along the way. In addition to souvenir photos, drinking water is included.

Shirley Heights is a restored military lookout and gun battery. The Lookout is a high point (about 490 ft.) that affords a superb view of English and Falmouth Harbours, the best view in Antigua. In this fantastic place every Thursday and Sunday at sunset you will have the opportunity to attend 2 typical Caribbean concerts: the first of calypso music and the second of mixed songs interpreted in a reggae key. At the Shirley Heights bar you can taste the best cocktails in all of Antigua, including the Rum Punch. The photo you can take at sunset will be an indelible memory of your holiday and this day.