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Bridgetown Historic Garrison A UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour

By Ruthann Discovery Tours
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Price is AU$63 per adult
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Overview

Explore the historic Garrison, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, and delve into its rich military history. Marvel at the well-preserved military structures and fortifications that played a crucial role in Barbados' enthralling history, as you stroll through this impressive site, feel the echoes of the past and gain a deeper understanding of the island's heritage.

During the eighteen and nineteenth centuries the garrison was the base and headquarters for members of the British West Indies Regiment in Barbados. Step back in time as you discover the architectural gems that showcase the historic Garrison colonial heritage. The cannons, the rarest Iron cannons in the world, the clock tower, the main guard house, and the house where George Washington the future leader of the United States stayed with his brother in 1751, and the mysterious tunnels.
Come with us on this historic journey and feel the echoes of the past!

Activity location

  • Garrison Savannah - Barbados Turf Club
    • Garrison Rd
    • Bridgetown, Caribbean

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Garrison Savannah - Barbados Turf Club
    • Garrison Rd
    • Bridgetown, Caribbean

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Bridgetown Historic Garrison A UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
AU$63.11 x 1 AdultAU$63.11
Total
Price is AU$63.11

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPrivate Transport $50

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Garrison Savannah - Barbados Turf Club
  • 10m
Our accredited guide will meet you in front of the George Washington at the Garrison Savannah, (running commentary) where you get a glimpse of the George Washington House and the entire layout of the 30 acres Garrison Savannah. (Visit optional-Admission Price)
Barbados Garrison
  • 5m
Garrison Tunnels- The tunnels were discovered accidentally in 2011, it is believed that these mysterious tunnels were carved through limestone rock from about 1820. (running commentary) Find out what they were use for…. (Optional Visit-Admission Price)
Garrison Savannah - Barbados Turf Club
  • 10m
Main Guard Built in 1804, it is one of the most outstanding buildings in the Garrison Historic Area.
Garrison Savannah - Barbados Turf Club
  • 10m
The Cannons! 26 of the oldest rarest Iron Cannons in the world!
Garrison Savannah - Barbados Turf Club
  • 10m
The impressive Drill Hall Build in 1700, used as the soldiers Barrack.
Garrison Savannah - Barbados Turf Club
  • 30m
Stroll into the Barbados museum it is housed in the former British Military Prison, It became the Barbados Museum and headquarters of the Historical Society from 1930. It will give you insights into the military history and life in Barbados .historical era, giving you a mock up of a prisoner’s cell.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGarrison Savannah - Barbados Turf Club
    • Garrison Rd
    • Bridgetown, Caribbean

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEGarrison Savannah - Barbados Turf Club
    • Garrison Rd
    • Bridgetown, Caribbean

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