Antigua and Barbuda 2 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Exploring Antigua

Morning:

  • Arrival at V. C. Bird International Airport (Jerry Johnston Int’l. Airport), check-in at your preferred hotel. [Hotel options include Jolly Beach Resort & Spa, Blue Waters Resort & Spa, and Halcyon Cove by Rex Resorts.]
  • Breakfast at the hotel or a nearby café (try Café Sol).

Afternoon:

  • Visit Nelson’s Dockyard, a restored British Naval dockyard dating back to 1745. Explore museums, shops, and restaurants. [Admission: USD $6]
  • Take a tour of the nearby Pigeon Beach. Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, or sunbathing.

Evening:

  • Head to St. John’s, the capital city of Antigua & Barbuda. Stroll around Heritage Quay and browse local shops for souvenirs. [Things to buy include woven baskets, carvings, and spices]
  • Dinner at Gaillon’s Fine Food & Wine in St. John’s, known for its French cuisine with a Caribbean twist.

Day 2: Discovering Barbuda

Morning:

  • Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
  • Travel to V. C. Bird International Airport (approx. 1h 30min drive) for your flight to Barbuda [Flights with LIAT or SVG Air, cost around USD $100]
  • Arrival in Barbuda, check-in at your accommodation. [Options include Palm Beach Inn & Apartments and Cocos Hotel]

Afternoon:

  • Visit Codrington Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in the Eastern Caribbean (admission: USD $1).
  • Explore the Frigate Bird Sanctuary, home to over 5,000 frigate birds. [Admission: USD $6]

Evening:

  • Relax on one of Barbuda’s beautiful beaches, such as Palm Island or Prickly Pear Cays.
  • Return to your accommodation for dinner.

Things to know:

  1. Antigua & Barbuda uses the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$) but USD is widely accepted.
  2. English is the official language, and the locals are friendly and welcoming.
  3. The islands are located in the Atlantic Hurricane Belt, so hurricanes may occur from June to November.
  4. Visitors require a valid passport and may need a tourist visa (check your country’s requirements).
  5. Public transportation is limited, so renting a car or scooter is recommended. Taxis are also available.
  6. The islands follow Atlantic Standard Time (AST) all year round.
  7. The electrical voltage is 120V, so bring an adapter if necessary.

Enjoy your trip to Antigua and Barbuda!