City: Barbados
Top Things to do in Barbados
What to do and see in Barbados, Barbados: The Best Museums
Romance and adventure are in the air on this lush West Indian island in the Caribbean, depending on your coast. To the west, you'll find calm waters and good swimming. To the east, there are massive, competition-caliber waves. Wherever you stay, expect turquoise waters, fine soft sand beaches, catamaran cruises and delicious island fare.
Restaurants in Barbados
1. Rafza Nehaul
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
A unique gallery in the beach home of the owner. Enjoy a cup of tea while looking and discussing art in her 1000 square foot patio, her gallery.The artist works from here as well so the process can be easily seen. Because of the natural materials involved in her work it is a true working studio with all the dimensions of such.Very conveniently located for cruise ships and visitors staying in hotels.
2. Mallalieu Motor Collection & Car Museum
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5.0 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By jacquitinson - Essex, United Kingdom
not very large but very interesting we was left on our own while we walked around my husband loves classic cars so had a great time
3. Barbados Garrison
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4.5 based on 251 reviews
Former 17th century British military base, now open to the public.
Reviewed By CBishop007 - Bedford, United Kingdom
If you happen to be able to get yourself near the Garrison on a Thursday at 12:00 this is a real piece of interesting nostalgia. All the participants are former serving members of the armed services and you get the original costumes, a narration explaining all you would need to know about the process and quirky history, a wonderful and colourful marching band and an opportunity to meet the en-actors with a drink in their temporary bar. A very worthwhile half hour.
4. Earthworks Pottery
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4.5 based on 358 reviews
Beautiful, fully-functional tableware decorated with traditional designs.
Reviewed By LucyE737
Really friendly and helpful staff were very patient with us whilst we painstakingly selected which pieces we wanted to buy (we wanted all of them, but our luggage allowance wasn't up for the challenge!) We think the prices are totally worth it for the quality and originality of the pieces. Lovely surroundings; calm and tranquil away from the hustle and bustle of the beaches and city. A great places to have a lunch after shopping and exploring the amazing local artwork. If you want to take something away from Barbados Earthworks is definitely worth a visit.
5. Foursquare Rum Distillery
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4.5 based on 259 reviews
Reviewed By georgekH1626VN
Arrived early in the day, about 9am and did the self tour. Very cool, lots going on and a very easy walkabout. Headed over to the tasting room and sampled 6 recommended rums, WOW. The young lady handling the tasting did a fantastic job of explaining all the rums and how they were all a little different. We purchased two take home to sip on for the month's to come. ????????
6. Caribbean Wax Museum
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
7. Harry Bayley Observatory
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
Built in 1963, the Harry Bayley Observatory recently underwent a total restoration of the building and refurbishment of its astronomical instruments in 2014. The observatory is managed by The Barbados Astronomical Society Inc., A non-profit corporation whose objective is to educate the general public, with an emphasis on students, in the subject of astronomy. The observatory is open on Friday evenings from 8 pm to 10 pm (weather permitting). The public can view a 1/2 hour interactive presentation from 8 p.m. before enjoying superb views of the night sky through our 16" Meade telescope. Minimum donations are USD$12 (BBD$25) for adults, USD$5 (BBD$10) for children 5 to 12, and free for children under 5. We will refund your donations, special circumstances apply (such as: weather, or unable to view through the scope), if this applies to you please ask for your refund. DUE TO COVID WE ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED, WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED. WE WILL BE OPEN ASAP.
Reviewed By Wacker1100 - Dartford, United Kingdom
The observatory was not at the top of my list of places to visit in Barbados, but after the 1st visit we went back for a 2nd time, it was that good. No pre booking, just turn up on the Friday night, there is a 25 Barbadian dollar charge per person which helps keep the observatory open. The 1st part of the visit is spent downstairs with a speaker narating through a presentation or some you tube tutorials, the enthusiasm of the people running the observatory is addictive and makes the time you are there extremely interesting. It's amazing how much you don't know about the universe. 2nd part is spent upstairs with the telescope, with us being allowed to view several planets and stars, the moon was out on our 2nd visit, amazing detail and so bright. There was no rush and we saw several stars and were allowed to take photos through the telescope. I thoroughly enjoyed our 2 visits, thanks to the volunteers, keep up the great work.
8. Tides Gallery
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4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By AWJA2 - Durham, Canada
A lovely little gallery in their Tides restaurant. Reasonably priced and a very good sample of the fine art available in the area.
9. The Garrison
10. Gallery of Caribbean Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By AWJA2 - Durham, Canada
Very knowledgeable curator, excellent gallery of very fine Bajan artists, including all of our favourites, especially Anne Dodson, Penny Rollitt and clayworks from the Earth and Fire Studios.
