Location: English Harbour
Top Things to do in English Harbour
What to do and see in English Harbour, Antigua: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
English Harbour is a natural harbour and settlement on the island of Antigua, in the extreme south of the island. The settlement takes its name from the nearby harbour in which the Royal Navy established its base of operations for the area during the eighteenth century. Its population is 759 (2001 Census).
Restaurants in English Harbour
1. 2SIX8 Craft Brewery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Antigua's first and only Micro brewery. We have beer on taps as well as bottles. Only bar on the island with draft beer. Check out our Facebook page for our seasonal beer. All ales are made in house.
Reviewed By JulieMcAlly - Gilbert, United States
Thank God for 2SIX8!!! Antigua was in desperate need of good beer and 2Six8 has saved them from a fate of suffering from inferior beer syndrome (IBS). IBS (in this case) is where you’re stuck on an island and there is nothing but small, plain lager beers to drink. Thank you 2Six8 for saving us all! Great beer and wonderful staff. Nikki was kind and entertaining, and Hops the dog was adorable and fun loving. Our favorites were the Goat Farm pale ale and Frig It amber. When we arrived they had just run out of canned beer since they had sponsored a large event the previous day, so what did they do to rectify this? They canned more beer for us and we picked it up the next day. Fantastic!
2. Scooter Snorkeling
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 329 reviews
Visit our website for tours starting at only 85$ per person. Be in control of your own water scooter as you glide effortlessly through the waters at Galleon Beach in English Harbour. Our scooters are easy to operate and require absolutely no training. We accommodate ages minimum age 7 and maximum 70. Our excursion is available to everyone, cruise ship passengers and vacationers at resorts. (Must be able to swim) We provide transportation, photos, equipment, drinking water, and light snacks. Why snorkel with Scooter Snorkeling? - see sea turtle - Lots of tropical fish - Snorkel over ship wrecks - Snorkel effortlessly with the help of our water scooters - Less worry about energy consumption - Enjoy the company of friendly staff - Experience a unique and pleasurable experience you will never forget. Contact us today for tour options starting at $99 USD per person, no hidden fees. N.B. This activity is not recommended for non-swimmers. Contact us before booking for assessment.
3. Shirley Heights
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,673 reviews
Hills overlooking the Dockyard on the east, named after the governor who built the fortifications.
Reviewed By malefamily - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Great views of Nelsons dockyard you are able to see from above great view of why it was chosen strategically Refreshments available / toilets
4. Pillars of Hercules
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
Reviewed By 463angusr - Aldeburgh, United Kingdom
Snorkelled here with youngsters who were very impressed with the lovely sting rays, parrot fish and big shoals if surgeonfish. Turtles about, waters clear but not much coral to see.
5. Nelson's Dockyard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,295 reviews
Reviewed By neilmF2117MN - Nuneaton, United Kingdom
Loved it here lots of history and also lovely to stroll along the front dreaming about owning one of the wonderful boats, there is so much to see and do here, our only downside was the limited time we had here due to being on an island tour, this is definitely a place on the list to re visit
6. Pigeon Point Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 392 reviews
Reviewed By rochellem65 - Hampshire, United Kingdom
Pigeon Beach English Harbour is one of the most beautiful beaches in Antigua, clear sea, soft sand, play area for kids & facilities. Topped off with the best restaurant in Antigua at one end called Catherine's and a humble relaxed beach bar at the other end called Bumpkin's. Just turn up and enjoy this beautiful location and spend the day blissfully tuned into pure relation????100% recommend!
7. Galleon Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 189 reviews
Reviewed By RiderofTrees - New York City, United States
Turtles, nurse shark, lots of fish and a sunken ship that’s easy to get to and only 15’ deep. Best snorkeling on the island. And highly recommend. I also highly recommend hiking up to see the pillars. One of my favorite parts of the visit. It’s not difficult , but also not easy...but so worth it. Add Mary’s height, and it’s worth a day. We drove (driving in Antigua is a whole ‘mother story!) and parked on the road by the beach. It was a very easy walk. We went on a Thursday just passed high season so there was barely anyone there, but the one bar was also close. Make sure you pack water and snacks just in case! Also, there are no public restrooms
8. English Harbour Secrets
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
