Trinidad and Tobago attractions

The heart of Tobago’s tourist hub, Crown Point is the focal area of the island. It provides a range of accommodations (from basic to luxe) and activities near the Arthur Napoleon Raymond Robinson International Airport. Offering a variety of things to do, see, and eat, including a restaurant row and a few nightlife options, the town is best known for its pristine beaches.

In the center of northern Trinidad is the town of Arima, less than an hour's drive or bus ride from Port of Spain. Nestled in the foothills of the island’s Northern Range, Arima is a good jumping-off point for visiting natural areas in the northeastern part of the island. While you’re in town, visit such destinations as the Asa Wright Nature Centre and the nearby Brasso Seco Community Centre, a popular base for waterfall hikes and birdwatching trips.

Located directly east of Port of Spain, the town of Sangre Grande is the economic hub of northeastern Trinidad and is a good base for visiting nearby attractions in the region by the same name. It is a particularly idyllic destination for nature lovers, as it has ample opportunities to hike, see howler monkeys in the wild, or do a bit of birdwatching.

Emperor Valley Zoo is Trinidad and Tobago’s largest zoo, located north of the Queen’s Park Savannah on the island of Trinidad. The zoo houses familiar animals, such as lions and giraffes, and also showcases flora and fauna unique to the area, including crab-eating raccoons, boa constrictors, and Trinidad motmots—an endemic bird species.

Located in Port of Spain, the Red House is the seat of Trinidad and Tobago’s parliament. The original building was constructed in the middle of the 19th century, yet later burnt to the ground during the 1903 Water Riots, a response to increased water costs and the use of water meters in private homes. It was rebuilt in the Beaux-Arts style in 1907.

This village on the north coast of Trinidad is an eco-tourism hot spot, best known for its leatherback sea turtle nesting grounds at Grande Riviere Beach. One of the more remote settlements of Trinidad and Tobago, Grande Riviere takes pride in its sustainability practices and low-impact activities, including kayaking, bird-watching, and hiking to such places as Homard River Waterfall.

In the heart of downtown Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, Woodford Square is home to many of the city’s most important buildings, including the Red House and the Holy Trinity Cathedral. It was here that Dr. Eric Williams, the country’s first prime minister, addressed the public at political meetings that led to the nation's eventual independence.

On the southeastern coast of Trinidad, Mayaro Bay has long been a popular getaway spot for Trinidadians, particularly over the Easter holiday. The beaches in this area aren't as developed as some of the more popular spots on the northern end of the island, but what it lacks in resorts, it makes up for in laid-back charm.

Stretching from just outside of Scarborough all the way up to Charlotteville, Windward Road offers beautiful views of Tobago's coast and countryside. While driving the entire length of the 25-mile (40-kilometer) road usually only takes around 90 minutes, it’s worth taking your time to soak in the scenery and make stops along the way.