Antigua Shore Excursion: City of St John's Sightseeing Tour

If you’re in port in Antigua, make the most of your time with a city sightseeing tour shore excursion. You’ll visit a local vegetable market and spend time in the capital city of St John's, where you can shop ‘til you drop for souvenirs at Heritage Quay. You’ll find duty-free designer and locally made wares at this two-story shopping complex.

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Pass By: Heritage Quay, St. John's Antigua

Your tour starts here, our driver will meet you with a sign and then off to discover the sites in St. John's. On your way back to the Cruise Ship you are free to shop at any of the Duty-Free shops or at Heritage Quay Vendors Mall for sourvenirs.

Pass By: Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Btwn Newgate & Long Sts, St. John's Antigua

The first cathedral was built in 1681, a simple wooden structure. This was replaced in 1745 after it was severely damaged by earthquake. The present structure as built in 1845. Presently due to Covid-19 protocols they are not open for visits.

Stop At: Fort James, St. John's Antigua

Fort James named after King James II of England was built in the 18th Century. Due to the fear of a French invasion this fort was built to safe guard the entrance to the St. John's harbor. It was armed with 36 guns and a few can still be seen at the site.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: St. John's, St. John's, Saint John Parish, Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda

Take a browse at The Vegetable Market where you will find all the locally grown fruits and vegetables. There is also a Craft Market next to the Vegetable Market where artisans showcase there handmade crafts and clothing.

Duration: 10 minutes