Things to do in Cayman Islands, Cayman Islands: The Best Museums

October 26, 2021 Lashaunda Abraham

The Cayman Islands are made up of three islands: Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. The largest, Grand Cayman has a cosmopolitan vibe, gourmet restaurants, world-class diving and the famous Seven Mile Beach. Cayman Brac is a nature lover's heaven of stunning diving and breathtaking walks along the rocky bluff. The smallest island, Little Cayman is home to just 150 people. Visitors enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and diving, especially Bloody Bay Wall, considered one of the world's best wall dives.
Restaurants in Cayman Islands

109 North Church Street, KY1 1702 Grand Cayman +1 345-325-3305 [email protected] http://www.sandonfeat.com
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Sandon Feat Gallery

This old time seaside Cayman cottage houses a visual feast of local art, prints and cards by well known oil painter CE Whitney. as well as an exciting variety of local handicrafts and gifts. An easy walk from the cruise terminal towards 7 Mile Beach. Don't miss it! (Water front George Town next to Da Fish Shack.) Ask for a free locally crafted island map with purchase!

2. Kaysmithart

2430 Bodden Town Rd One quarter mile past lighthouse restaurant heading east, Breakers Grand Cayman +1 345-923-1364 [email protected] http://Www.kaysmithart.com
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Kaysmithart

Beautiful original art jewelry and crafts set in a working studio gallery

Reviewed By IndigoWoodCrafts

Upon arriving, the property opens into a grand open courtyard. As you make your way up the steps to the studio overlooking the ocean, you can feel inspiration and the creative energy that surrounds the artwork within. Once inside you find yourself immersed in a world of creative passion. Kay evokes emotion and wonderment in the whimsical nature of many of her pieces yet she also not only captures the likeness of her subjects, but also their essence. Drawing on pop culture influences and graphic novel styles, each piece Kay produces is a masterpiece. It is always a pleasure to visit Kay's studio and so hard to say goodbye!

3. Pedro St. James National Historic Site

Pedro Castle Road Savannah, KY1-1501 Grand Cayman +1 345-947-3329 [email protected] http://www.pedrostjames.ky
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Pedro St. James National Historic Site

First built in 1780, the Great House at Pedro St. James (PSJ) is the oldest surviving stone structure in the Cayman Islands. A national historic site, its administration serves to preserve the physical building and to tell the story of the historical happenings occurring within the Great House’s walls. The PSJ attraction is located along the rocky cliffs of the area known as Pedro’s Point on Grand Cayman — in the country’s first capital of Bodden Town. Once a jailhouse, a courthouse, and house of parliament, the building, and the district of Bodden Town were dubbed “The Birthplace of Democracy in the Cayman Islands” - a title still worthy of national pride 240 years later.

Reviewed By WanderNav - Dayton, United States

My husband and I stopped at Pedro St James for a couple hours one morning to learn about the history of the island. We opted for the self-guided tour, which did not leave us wanting for information as there are signs throughout the main house talking about the history of the plantation and the structure, as well as panel after panel of island history in another building on the grounds. The whole area is gorgeous, from the patio of the visitor center, to the gazebo on the grounds, to the brilliant ocean views from the top floor of the main house, and there is a cute swing hanging from a tree that we stopped to enjoy as well. When we had wandered through to our hearts' content, we went into the theater for the show. It is a multimedia presentation of the plantation's history with immersive special effects. The room was cool, which was a change from the warm outside air. I wish we had known ahead of time that there was a special community dinner and rum tasting happening that evening, as we had other plans already and would have been interested in coming back for it!

4. Cayman Islands National Museum

3 Harbour Drive, George Town Grand Cayman +1 345-949-8368 [email protected] http://www.museum.ky
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Cayman Islands National Museum

One of the best museums in the Caribbean, it features changing exhibits on the islands' human and natural history.

Reviewed By zxcharliebrown - Mason City, United States

This museum is worth checking out. It doesn’t take too long to go through but it does a nice job of covering the history, people, animals, and life of the Cayman Islands. It was fascinating to see the graffiti on the walls of the old jail! Furthermore, this place has a fantastic selection of Caymanite jewelry at very reasonable prices!!

5. Little Cayman Museum

Blossom Village, KY3-2500 Little Cayman +1 345-323-7166 http://www.littlecaymanmuseum.org
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Little Cayman Museum

Museum dedicated to the history of Little Cayman.

Reviewed By 151angiej - Willow Spring, United States

We enjoyed spending a couple of hours here - it’s more than a stiff museum it was a an hour of learning about a place we love and spending time learning about the Little Cayman and listening to Tanya teach us about the Rock Iguanas was so great we went back for another day

Esterley Tibbits Highway, George Town KY1-1002 Grand Cayman +1 345-945-8111 [email protected] http://www.nationalgallery.org.ky/
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National Gallery of the Cayman Islands

The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands' (NGCI) new purpose built 9,000sq ft facility houses the Cayman Island's national art collection, a gallery for temporary exhibitions, a lecture theatre, education centre, art library, sculpture garden and café. The gallery's busy schedule includes 75 art happenings per month, up to 8 exhibitions a year featuring Caymanian and International artists and several large scale community arts events.

Reviewed By Loneostrich - Miami Beach, United States

I was impressed by the National Gallery. The space is lovely and decently sized. The permanent collection upstairs was bolder and more exciting than I might have expected, and there was a great retrospective on the painter generally viewed as Cayman's greatest living artist. And no admission fee--bonus!

7. Davinoff's Concrete Sculpture Garden

249 Old Robin Road, North Side KY1-1700 Grand Cayman +1 920-377-1574 [email protected] http://www.davinoff.com
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Davinoff's Concrete Sculpture Garden

On the highway, Old Robin Road, between Old Man Bay and the Queen's Momument, North Side, is a small concrete sculpture garden/park next to the road with free admission and free parking. Sculptures include a giant 16' Blue Iguana, a 6' giant land crab, super sized octopus, 17' crocodile and more. Persons can stop, walk around, look and take pictures. It’s great for kids. It is also a popular geocaching site. Free... No charge. Open everyday. The statues within this garden are on private property so please be respectful of the owner's privacy.

Reviewed By rrexerr

definitely worth the stop, fun concrete characters are cleverly placed and fun to look at, a 10 minute stop

East End Across From Tukka Restaurant Grand Cayman +1 345-928-6662
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The Wreck View Art Gallery

Reviewed By Vacation212977 - Miami Beach, United States

Wonderful spot for picking up beautiful jewelry and handmade art. Their prices were fantastic and we loved chatting with the owners (you’ll love seeing the peacocks stroll across the yard in all their glory too)! When on the north side or dropping in at Tukka, definitely plan on putting this little gem on your quick visit list!

9. White Dog Art Studio

23 School House Lane Breakers, KY1-1601 Grand Cayman +1 345-916-1930 [email protected] http://www.whitedogart.com/
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White Dog Art Studio

White Dog Art Studio is the creative space of local artists Mikael & Ren Seffer. Located in Breakers, Grand Cayman, the studio showcases a variety of original artwork and prints for sale. Open weekdays during Dec-June from 12.30-4 Or contact us to book an appointment during July-Nov.

Reviewed By KeriHR - Ashern, Canada

Met Ren at her studio and got to see her beautiful work. Love how it captures the island and the peace and joy of being there. I love the colors and simplicity of it. Have my piece on my wall already!

508 West Bay Rd West Shore Center, George Town Grand Cayman +1 345-949-8077 [email protected] http://www.kennedygallerycayman.com/
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Kennedy Gallery/Cayman Fine Art,Framing & Printing

Kennedy Gallery / Cayman Fine Art, Framing & Printing is Cayman's Number One Gallery for Residents and Visitors Alike We proudly display the largest variety of art on island. All original artwork, photography, sculptures, giclees, prints, and cards are beautifully created and handcrafted by more than 60 very talented local & Cuban artists Our Certified Master Framer stocks the largest inventory of unique and beautiful frames, mats, glass and Plexiglas on island. Our designers can help you showcase and enhance any piece of artwork, artifact, jersey, sea fans or anything you would like to display in your home or office Our Printmaking Department is equipped with a top of the line 64"large format printer that produces only the finest professional quality prints and transforms printmaking from a process into an art form.

Reviewed By jgifford213 - Greater Palm Springs, United States

The art exhibited at this gallery is not just Caymanian art/tourist but island Specific AND other Caribbean artists. The range is from cards to prints to Small watercolors to large abstract or realistic pieces. I spent an hour going through all the Art offered. Plus they ship! I bought 4 pieces and am interested in an other.

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