Governor’s Beach Tours and Tickets

It’s free to visit Governor's Beach, as it’s a public beach open to everyone. However, you might want to bring cash to spend on renting beach chairs, loungers, or umbrellas, or to buy food and drinks from the vendors that frequent the beach. Parking at Governor's Beach is free.

Governor’s Beach is part of the Columbus Landfall National Park protected area, so it offers plenty of water- and land-based activities. By far the most popular things to do are floating on the turquoise waters and sunbathing on the white sand—this is one of Grand Turk’s best beaches, after all.

Yes, Governor's Beach is family-friendly thanks to shallow and typically calm waters. There’s also a grove of casuarina trees that can offer shade for younger beachgoers. The pretty colors of the beach will also appeal to kids, as the beach has a pink hue created by crushed coral.

Yes, it is safe to swim at Governor’s Beach, though lifeguards are not on duty, and the sea can be subject to low rolling waves when there’s a high swell. Be mindful of boat traffic. Snorkeling is a popular activity, though other parts of the island offer more marine life.

While there aren’t any restaurants on the beach, there are plenty of places to grab a bite or a drink nearby, including a beach bar specializing in jerk-marinated meats. When cruise ships dock, you’ll also find that more food vendors walk along the beach selling souvenirs, cold drinks, and snacks.

Yes, Governor's Beach is close to two of Grand Turk’s top attractions: Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Many shore excursions combine these two major sights. Stingray City is famous for its resident stingrays, which you can swim and interact with in the shallow waters that they call home.