Saint John's Antigua and Barbuda

Visitors arriving at St John's port at the capital of Antigua and Barbuda will first notice the white baroque towers of the 19th century St John's Cathedral elevated on a hill above the city. The Fort James with cannons, built by the British in the 18th century once stood to guard the entrance to the harbour.

Today, St John's is a colourful and vibrant city with many activities to enjoy, from exhilarating water sports, bathing on glorious beaches, hiking, bird-watching and not forgetting the fantastic shopping opportunities, the Heritage Quay is the place to go for great duty-free shopping with a selection of stores selling jewellery, bags, perfumes, clothing and much more. For history-buffs visit the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda, with a fascinating insight into the indigenous tribes and plantation life on the island.