





The notebook of Antigua and Barbuda
Go where the days smell of salt.
The former shipyard occupies a sheltered bay south of Antigua. Also to be discovered: Shirley Heights, Antigua and Barbuda and Barbuda and Devils Bridge.
At your own pace
Identity summary
4 to 10 days
Winter · Spring
Recommended car
Island · Coast · Heritage
Limited accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Antigua and Barbuda
The former shipyard occupies a sheltered bay south of Antigua. Also to be discovered: Shirley Heights, Antigua and Barbuda and Barbuda and Devils Bridge.
Antigua and Barbuda's discovery is centred around Nelsons Dockyard, Shirley Heights, Antigua and Barbuda and Barbuda. The stay thus alternates between the island landscapes, the coastline and the heritage, which gives a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only best known site.
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For a stay of 4 to 10 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: Cyclonic season and connections between islands to be checked before booking and the locations are spread over several islands; provision for sea or air transfers. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. However, some sites require more walking, elevation or preparation.

Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Nelson’s Dockyard
- Shirley Heights, Antigua and Barbuda
- Barbuda
- Devil’s Bridge
Before you choose
- Cyclonic season and connections between islands to check before booking.
- The sites are spread over several islands; provide for sea or air transfers.
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.

Location to discover
Nelson’s Dockyard
The former shipyard occupies a sheltered bay south of Antigua.

Location to discover
Shirley Heights, Antigua and Barbuda
The heights offer views of historic bays and harbour facilities.

Location to discover
Barbuda
This low island is distinguished from Antigua by its long beaches and lagoons.

Location to discover
Devil’s Bridge
Marine erosion has shaped a natural arch on the Atlantic coast of Antigua.
Practical tips
This information helps know if the destination matches the planned trip before starting a fuller search.
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