Garrison Historic Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

George Washington House featuring interior views, heritage elements and a house
George Washington House which includes interior views and heritage elements
George Washington House which includes a house and heritage elements
George Washington House featuring a house and heritage elements
George Washington House featuring a house, heritage elements and signage

Popular places to visit

George Washington House featuring interior views, heritage elements and a house

Carlisle Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Carlisle Bay during your travels in Bridgetown. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Carlisle Bay
Garrison Savannah

Garrison Savannah

Catch an event at Garrison Savannah and enjoy other activities in Bridgetown such as surfing.Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Garrison Savannah
George Washington House featuring heritage architecture and a house

George Washington House

Wander the halls of the building George Washington called home during his stay in Barbados over 250 years ago.

George Washington House
Needhams Point

Needhams Point

Explore the lovely green spaces of Needhams Point and enjoy the surfing in Bridgetown. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its seafood restaurants.

Needhams Point
Brownes Beach

Brownes Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Brownes Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Bridgetown. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Brownes Beach
Brighton Beach which includes landscape views, tropical scenes and a beach

Brighton Beach

Locals and day tourists alike flock to this popular beach to relax, unwind and enjoy a delicious rum cocktail.

Brighton Beach

Activities

Savvy on the Bay Coconuts Barbados

Ultimate Barbados Beach Day And Snorkel Cruise

AU$59
per adult
Ultimate Barbados Beach Day And Snorkel Cruise
Carlisle Bay Swimming Horses Breakfast and Beach Day

Carlisle Bay Swimming Horses Breakfast and Beach Day

AU$77
per adult
Carlisle Bay Swimming Horses Breakfast and Beach Day
Che’s Snorkel trip! turtles, shipwrecks & photos

Che’s Snorkel trip! turtles, shipwrecks & photos (semi private)

AU$100
per adult
Che’s Snorkel trip! turtles, shipwrecks & photos (semi private)
Fun with friends

Che’s Surf lesson adventure

AU$116
per adult
Che’s Surf lesson adventure
Historic Garrison and its Museum - a Military Story

Historic Garrison and its Museum - a Military Story

AU$46
per adult
Historic Garrison and its Museum - a Military Story
Surf lesson

Surf school/surf tour

AU$191
per adult
Surf school/surf tour
See all activities in Bridgetown

Our pick of the best Garrison Historic Area Hotel Deals

Hilton Barbados Resort

Hilton Barbados Resort

4.5 out of 5
Needhams Point, Bridgetown
The price is AU$501 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$501
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Bridgetown. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"great stay. Fully recommend"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Hilton Barbados Resort
Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados

Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados

4 out of 5
Aquatic Gap, Carlisle Bay, Bridgetown, St. Michael
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Bridgetown. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"As other reviews have mentioned, yes, the property is somewhat dated. Outside could use some reconditioning. Some updates to the restaurant area would be nice as well. But overall my family was very comfortable at this hotel. Room was good and bathroom had a double sink which was helpful. Other reviews ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Get rates
Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados
Island Inn All Inclusive Hotel

Island Inn All Inclusive Hotel

3 out of 5
Aquatic Gap, The Garrison, Bridgetown, St. Michael
The price is AU$453 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$453
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Bridgetown. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (234 reviews)
"No complains."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Island Inn All Inclusive Hotel
Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lords Castle All Inclusive Resort

Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lords Castle All Inclusive Resort

5 out of 5
End of Belair Road, Long Bay, St. Philip
The price is AU$782 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
AU$782
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Long Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (472 reviews)
"Pros: Amazing hotel, room cleanliness and spacious, food delicious, staff extremely helpful and nice. Cons: Only one real restaurant to pick from outside of the buffet, transportation is costly to get around, hotel is fairly far from the attractions."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lords Castle All Inclusive Resort
Sugar Bay Barbados - All Inclusive

Sugar Bay Barbados - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Garrison Historic Area, Hastings
The price is AU$1,026 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$1,026
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Hastings. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Variety of food available on site"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Sugar Bay Barbados - All Inclusive
Accra Beach Hotel & Spa

Accra Beach Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Rockley, Rockley, Christ Church
The price is AU$387 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$387
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Rockley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Was a really nice hotel!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Accra Beach Hotel & Spa
See all 3,449 properties in Garrison Historic Area
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Garrison Historic Area

Default Image

Belleville

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Belleville and surrounding area, you can visit Carlisle Bay and Barbados Parliament Buildings.

Belleville
Default Image

Bishop Court Hill

When in Bishop Court Hill, you can plan a visit to Carlisle Bay and Pebbles Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bishop Court Hill
Default Image

Highgate

Though Highgate may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Barbados Museum & Historical Society and Carlisle Bay.

Highgate
Default Image

Pine Gardens

Pine Gardens might not have many top sights, but Carlisle Bay and Barbados Parliament Buildings are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pine Gardens
Default Image

Downtown Bridgetown

While visiting Downtown Bridgetown, you might make a stop by sights like Carlisle Bay and Lord Nelson Statue.

Downtown Bridgetown
Default Image

Fort George Heights

While Fort George Heights isn't home to many top sights, Wildey House and Rockley Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fort George Heights

Garrison Historic Area Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: