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  • 1. Dover Beach

    All along the St. Lawrence Gap waterfront, Dover Beach is one of the most popular beaches on the south coast. The sea is fairly calm, with small to medium waves, and the white-sand beach is broad and brilliant. Divi Southwinds and Ocean Two resorts, as well as several restaurants, are nearby. There's a small boardwalk, a promenade with a food court, water sports and beach chair rentals, and a playground. Amenities: food and drink; parking (no fee); toilets; water sports. Best for: snorkeling; swimming.

    St. Lawrence Gap, Dover, Christ Church, Barbados
  • 2. Harry Bayley Observatory

    Equipped with a 16-inch Meade telescope with the latest robotic controls and digital cameras and a new Lunt 80 mm solar telescope, this observatory lets you view the moon, stars, planets, comets, and other astronomical objects that aren't otherwise visible from mainland North America or Europe. The Friday-evening programs (8–10 pm, weather permitting), which start with an informative presentation, are run by volunteers; call ahead to make sure it's open. The observatory has been the headquarters of the Barbados Astronomical Society since 1963.

    Observatory Rd., Clapham, Christ Church, Barbados
    246-622–2000

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    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.--Thurs.
  • 3. Richard Hayne’s Boardwalk

    Also known as the South Coast Boardwalk, this mile-long stretch begins at Accra Beach and follows the waterfront west past private homes, restaurants, and bars to Needham's Point. It comes alive during early mornings or late evenings and on weekends, when locals and tourists go for a run or leisurely stroll. Police can often be seen patrolling the area on Segway scooters

    Hwy. 7, Rockley, Christ Church, Barbados
  • 4. Turtle Beach

    Stretching from Turtle Beach Resort and Sandals Barbados at the eastern end of St. Lawrence Gap to Bougainvillea Barbados on Maxwell Coast Road, this broad strand of powdery white sand is great for sunbathing, strolling, and—with low to medium surf—swimming and boogie boarding. This beach is a favorite nesting place for turtles; hence, its name. If you're lucky, you may see hundreds of tiny hatchlings emerge from the sand and make their way to the sea. Find public access and parking on Maxwell Coast Road, near Bougainvillea Barbados. Amenities: food and drink; parking (no fee). Best for: swimming; walking.

    Maxwell Coast Rd., Dover, Christ Church, Barbados
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