The 6 Best Things to Do in St John’s

1.Antigua Zipline Canopy Adventure from St John’s

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · from $110Our pick

Meet at Redcliffe Quay in St. John’s for a taxi ride to Antigua’s rainforest. With a guide and full safety gear, you’ll tackle up to 13 ziplines, nine rope challenges, and two suspension bridges. Expect forest views, a final climb out of the gorge, and a certificate at the end.

“It was great fun and well guided. My tour consisted of 4 women and then we joined 8 others. We felt safe and all had a good time.”

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2.JTAT Private Transfers & Tours, Saint John’s, Antigua and Barbuda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $160Top rated

Spend 5 to 8 hours touring Antigua in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with guide Kerwin or a JTAT colleague. Visit Fort James, Shirley Heights, Devil’s Bridge, Betty’s Hope, Dow’s Hill, Nelson’s Dockyard, and St Barnabas Church, with water, WiFi, snacks, and flexible transport.

“We are a family of 4 with a teenage daughter and son, we had a great day with Kerwin. He knew all the right things to share with us about Antigua and all the right beaches to take us to and he had contacts at each location too to get us just the right spot on the beaches etc. His van is also very spacious and very clean!”

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3.City of St John’s Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 18 reviews · from $64Best value

Spend about 2.5 hours seeing Saint John’s by air-conditioned minivan, with hotel pickup, Fort James, the cathedral, vegetable market, Heritage Quay, and town-center shopping. Guides including Blondell, Vernon, Dale, Gregory, Lionel, and Winston may add personal stops, though the exact pace can vary.

“Viator says 2.5/3hrs tour, it's not clear. The operator Blondel said 2.5hrs. Viator said to me that I was able to stop and see the Antigua Museum, St John's Cathedral, other churches, Heritage Quay, the vegetable market, Fort James. I expressed Read more”

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4.Half Moon Bay Beach Half-Day Trip by Van

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9 reviews · 5 hours · from $99

You will ride with up to five other guests from St John's to quiet Half Moon Bay, then spend three hours swimming, snorkeling, and resting under an umbrella. Guides such as Phoenix and Jerome add island stories, while wine, water, sunbeds, and gear are included.

“I had an amazing tour with Jerome in Antigua, especially around the stunning Half Moon Bay Beach. The guide was absolutely fantastic! He was very knowledgeable about the island, providing interesting insights and information throughout the day. He spoke excellent English, making it easy to communicate and understand everything he shared. The tour was incredibly well-organized – he provided snorkeling gear, which was in great condition, and kept us hydrated with refreshing drinks throughout the trip. What stood out the most was his friendly and polite demeanor. He was always flexible, making sure the tour catered to our preferences and needs, and his positive attitude kept the mood upbeat the...”

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5.Island Safari 4×4 Discovery Tour from St John’s

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $185

Ride Antigua’s rough back roads in a small 4x4 group, stopping at Betty’s Hope, Devil’s Bridge, and Long Bay. Your guide explains island history, plants, fruits, and local life. Hotel pickup, drop-off, transport, local taxes, and lunch are included, though the lunch location should be confirmed.

“An excellent tour guide so friendly funny and informative we leant alot about the lovely island of Antigua. A Very well organised trip and great communication and punctuality.”

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6.Shore Excursion: City of St John’s Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3 reviews · from $64

See St. John’s with a local driver, visit Fort James, browse the vegetable and craft markets, and finish near Heritage Quay’s duty-free shops. The tour lasts about 2.5 hours, starts at 9:00 a.m., and is limited to a maximum of two people.

“We really enjoyed the city tour with Gregory, great way to see beyond the port. Visiting the Viv Richards stadium was a highlight. Would recommend.”

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