Barbados 6 Day Itinerary

Barbados 6-Day Itinerary (Markdown Format)

Day 1: Arrival & Orientation

  • Arrive at Grantley Adams International Airport (BRB) - Check Barbados Immigration for visa requirements
  • Transfer to your hotel and check-in
  • Afternoon: Familiarize yourself with the surroundings, relax by the beach or pool
  • Evening: Visit local restaurants in St. Lawrence Gap area (also known as “The Strip”) for dinner

Day 2: Explore Bridgetown & Harrison’s Cave

  • Breakfast at your hotel or local café
  • Take a guided tour of Bridgetown, the capital city - visit the Parliament Buildings, St. Michael’s Cathedral, and Cheapside Market
  • Lunch in Bridgetown (try local dishes like Flying Fish & Coucou)
  • In the afternoon, head to Harrison’s Cave - an extensive network of caves filled with stalactites and pools of crystal-clear water
  • Return to your hotel for dinner and relaxation

Day 3: East Coast Beaches & Cherry Tree Hill

  • Breakfast at your hotel or local café
  • Head to the East Coast - visit Bathsheba, Moriah Bay, and Carlisle Bay (swimming, snorkeling, and surfing opportunities)
  • Lunch at a beachside restaurant on the East Coast
  • In the afternoon, drive to Cherry Tree Hill for panoramic views of the island’s east coast
  • Return to your hotel for dinner and relaxation

Day 4: St. Nicholas Abbey & Animal Flower Cave

  • Breakfast at your hotel or local café
  • Visit St. Nicholas Abbey - a historic plantation house with a rum distillery, museum, and beautiful gardens
  • Lunch in nearby Speightstown
  • In the afternoon, head to Animal Flower Cave on the northwest coast - explore limestone caves, swim in tidal pools, and view sea anemones known as “sea biscuits”
  • Return to your hotel for dinner and relaxation

Day 5: South Coast Beaches & Barbados Wildlife Reserve

  • Breakfast at your hotel or local café
  • Spend the morning on the South Coast - visit places like Dover Beach, Miami Beach, and Paynes Bay (swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing opportunities)
  • Lunch at a beachside restaurant on the South Coast
  • In the afternoon, visit the Barbados Wildlife Reserve & Grenade Hall Forest - see native Barbados Green Monkeys, iguanas, and exotic birds
  • Return to your hotel for dinner and relaxation

Day 6: Relaxation & Departure

  • Spend the morning at leisure - take a walk along the beach, go shopping in local boutiques, or enjoy spa treatments at your hotel
  • Check-out from your hotel
  • Transfer to Grantley Adams International Airport (BRB) for your departure flight

Things to Know:

  • Barbados uses the Barbadian Dollar (BBD), but US dollars are widely accepted
  • English is the official language, and the Barbadian dialect, Bajan Creole, is also spoken
  • Tap water is safe to drink on the island
  • Renting a car or scooter can be an excellent way to explore the island independently
  • The local bus system (the “ZR Van”) offers affordable transportation between major destinations
  • Tip 10% in restaurants and for services like taxi rides
  • Check travel advisories and ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date from Barbados