Things to do in Old Road

Dickenson Bay Beach is one of Antigua’s best-loved stretches of sand. Visit it yourself and see why. With bright white sand, clear waters, swaying palm trees and year-round sunshine, it is a Caribbean dream brought to life. Drive just a few minutes south from the beach and tour Antigua and Barbuda’s capital, St. John’s, with all the conveniences it offers.

Nelson’s Dockyard is a marina that is almost 300 years old and is the world’s oldest operating Georgian boatyard. It forms part of the UNESCO-protected Nelson’s Dockyard National Park, which shelters antique houses, forts, lookouts and museums. Established in the 18th century, Nelson’s Dockyard was the home of the celebrated naval leader Horatio Nelson from 1784 to 1787. Enjoy the ambiance of the marina, which evokes images of Antigua’s colonial years and British maritime heritage.

With its sugary fine sands and exquisite azure waters, Half Moon Bay Beach is one of Saint Philip Parish’s most idyllic destinations. Dig your toes into the soft sands and look out across a bay framed by forested headlands. Swim in the beautifully clear water or grab your mask and snorkel and explore the vivid reefs beneath the surface.

Galley Bay is a scenic and serene bay overlooked by an exclusive spa resort. The crystal clear water of the Caribbean Sea calmly laps the white sand, where pelicans dip and dive. Get a Tahitian-style hut facing the sea and appreciate the seclusion of your private beach balcony.

Take some time to relax at Valley Church Beach, a secluded stretch of coast on Jolly Harbour’s western shore. Sun worshippers will delight in its broad expanse of sun-kissed sand while families enjoy the shade on the palm-dotted foreshore. Pretty and secluded, Valley Church Beach is also an idyllic spot for couples. Enjoy a picnic on the sand or try some of the beachside restaurants. Wade in the inviting waters of the Caribbean Sea to be awed by the water’s clarity.

Carlisle Beach arcs along the base of a deep and narrow bay on Antigua’s southern coast. Sheltered by the bay’s undulating coastline, Carlisle Beach has beautifully protected waters and an intricate reef system. Swim in the luxuriously warm waters or explore the bay’s snorkeling sites. Book a room at one of the resorts or villas lining the foreshore and recline on a lounge chair under the shade of a beach umbrella.