Top Things to do in Tortola
What to do and see in Tortola, British Virgin Islands: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Tortola, British Virgin Islands including Cane Garden Bay, Smuggler's Cove, Brewers Bay, Long Bay Beach, Josiah's Bay, Nanny Cay, Anegada Island, Rhone National Marine Park, Callwood Distillery, Sage Mountain National Park.
Restaurants in Tortola
1. Cane Garden Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,146 reviews
Centrally located on Tortola's north side, this is probably the busiest beach since its beauty is often compared to Magen's Bay on St. Thomas.
Reviewed By Smittens123 - Wakefield, United States
Great spot in Tortola beautiful beach we spent two weeks in an Airbnb short walk to the beach. Many restaurants and bars to choose from. It got crowded on the beach when the cruse ships came in but they usually left by three and we had the beach to ourselves. The days there were no ships were beautiful.
2. Smuggler's Cove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 589 reviews
This Tortola cove offers excellent snorkeling opportunities.
Reviewed By MLYLKY - Saint Louis, United States
We drove here from cruise poer. 4wheel drive suggested. there was 2 cruise ships in port so about 80 people showed up this day on the beach, 2 primitive beach shacks for cold drinks and a few chairs.
3. Brewers Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 285 reviews
An exceptional bay and beach area on Tortola's north shore, which is protected by boulder-strewn barrier reefs, making this stretch of water popular for swimming and snorkeling.
Reviewed By williamhS3661NY
Easy to get to (by car), lots of beautiful white sandy beach, calm clear Caribbean water, pelicans soaring above you and diving around you, and very good snorkeling on the left side. And there’s a bar. And there’s easy parking.
4. Long Bay Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 268 reviews
A perfect getaway for a day, this charming, half-mile strip of soft white sand is isolated and rarely visited since it is accessible only by a small dirt road.
Reviewed By Q8455PJkarens
Long Beach is fantastic. Warm water, soft white sand, no crowds and great for lunch is Denise’s, particularly jerk chicken with her hot sauce.
5. Josiah's Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
A lovely beach sweeping for half a mile, which provides a great place to swim, snorkel, sunbathe or just relax and watch the pelicans dive for fish.
Reviewed By Liminlady
One of my favorite beaches Wide and long expanse of sand Never crowded Surf can be high in the winter so expect some great surfing!
6. Nanny Cay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
Nanny Cay has the feel and all the amenities of a small tropical village, including shopping, dining and lodging options.
Reviewed By carolynj438 - San Antonio, United States
Great marina, showers, shops and laundry services. And the restaurant is very good. Nice menu options and the best Painkillers we had in the BVI. Staff very nice and helpful!
7. Anegada Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 629 reviews
Anegada or the "drowned island" is completely surrounded by shallow reefs, and has become the focal point of underwater diving due to the many historic shipwrecks that litter the island's underwater depths.
Reviewed By BareBoatBareFeet
Anagada Island is charming! The views linger in my mind now that we are home. Cow Wreck Beach is a must, as is Ann’s gift shop and sweet Ann herself, living the work dream alongside her honey and parents. Meet her. Snorkeling was fun and Ann’s painkillers are the absolute best in the BVI.
8. Rhone National Marine Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 211 reviews
Park that encompasses the wreck of the HMS Rhone, a mail ship that sunk during a hurricane in 1867, and Dead Chest Island, both great dive sites.
Reviewed By gilstrap_robert - Rockville, United States
This was my first wreck dive and I am amazed. I would now prefer to dive wrecks versus reefs. All kinds of fish, a few sharks and an amazing story about the Rhone.
9. Callwood Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 253 reviews
This historic rum distillery is one of the last of its kind in the British Virgin Islands.
Reviewed By ByandBys - Miami, United States
It was the last day they were open for the season, and we were the only two customers there, but it was pretty awesome. If you like history and/or rum this is a gem. Heck even if you hate both of those you should go. We got a tour of the over 200 year old distillery. Got to see the sugarcane, the the distilling process, the barrels. And of course we did a taste testing. I hate rum. This one I loved. Very different and smooth compared to other rums. But I digress. This is definitely worth taking the time to see. And taste.
10. Sage Mountain National Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 127 reviews
The highest point in Tortola is accessible via a number of marked trails.
Reviewed By leejR9185OC
We drove to the park one afternoon while we were staying on Tortola, and the drive isn't for the faint of heart! Tortola roads are pretty intense, and this was no exception. Once there, we were greeted by Jim, who has a gift shop and a 2-table restaurant. He will get food and cook for you upon request. If we had been there longer, we would have tried it out. The trails are not too challenging or steep, and they are in good shape. From the observation deck you pretty much have a 360 degree view of the island and the islands in the distance. There are several options depending on how much time you have; a shorter loop and a longer loop. Either loop has fantastic views.
