A waterfront town in Grand Cayman, Camana Bay has earned a reputation for its shopping, restaurants, and vibrant farmers market. Located in the Seven Mile Beach area, it draws travelers with its pretty promenades for taking it all in, and there’s a visitor center as well.
The Blowholes are a coastal destination in the Grand Cayman Islands, where the sea rushes through the rocky shoreline to create a blowhole effect. Wait for the right wave and watch as tall sprays of water surge through the holes. Pack your camera, as this is a spot for taking great photographs of this natural phenomenon.
Craggy Cayman Brac is known for the limestone bluff running along its length. Once a haunt of pirates, these days the island attracts wreck divers, hikers, and wildlife watchers. There are caves to explore, world-class diving spots to snorkel, and hiking trails to follow while bird-watching. Take home a local souvenir carved from Caymanite, a semiprecious gemstone in shades of copper and red.
Take one look at the Grand Cayman Cruise Port, and you’ll see why it’s among the most popular in the Caribbean. Pristine white sand beaches, picturesque oceanside villages, and a plethora of sports and activities make this island—the largest of the Caymans—a convenient, all-round, and (admittedly, at times) very crowded Caribbean favorite.
In the middle of Grand Cayman’s Seven Mile Beach, Governor’s Beach offers a wide stretch of pristine white sand and clear turquoise waters perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and snorkeling. Plus, sunsets here are often less crowded than other stretches of the popular Seven Mile Beach area.
This contemporary art museum in George Town showcases the works of Caymanian artists in a range of media, along with both traditional and modern crafts. Talks, events for kids, and special offerings focused on art and wellness are further draws to this cultural hub.
The founders of the Tortuga Rum Company began baking and selling rum cake on the Cayman Islands in 1987. Today, more than 5,000 cakes a day are produced at the Tortuga Rum Cakes Bakery, and you can visit the factory and sample the treat for yourself.
Cheeseburger Reef is a popular spot for snorkelers and scuba divers in the reef-rich waters of Grand Cayman. The site earned its unusual name thanks to its proximity to a ubiquitous fast food restaurant. The coral reef here starts about 20 yards (18 meters off the shore and is marked by a pair of orange mooring buoys.
Part of the Atlantis Submarine family, Grand Cayman Seaworld Observatory is a semisubmersible boat with a glass-enclosed viewing area that sits 5 feet (1.5 meters) below the waterline. It lets travelers experience the underwater world in air-conditioned comfort, without getting wet or having to dive to any depth.
Located north of Seven Mile Beach on the west end of Grand Cayman, West Bay is a laid-back and largely residential neighborhood. Several attractions are found here, including the Cayman Turtle Centre, Hell, Barker’s National Park, West Bay Beach, and Cemetery Beach, along with numerous dive sites just offshore.
Launched in 2007, the Cayman Islands Brewery is a locally owned business producing some of the islands’ most beloved beers. In addition to the working brewery, this Grand Cayman landmark is also home to an attractive tap room for tastings of its line of craft beers, including seasonal options. Beer is also available to go, and the tap room offers a place to watch sports or play shuffleboard.
