Antigua tour with Devil's Bridge and Nelson's Dockyard: 5.5 hours

See Antigua's limestone arch, colonial harbor and sugar plantation in one morning

A guided tour of Antigua covering Devil's Bridge National Park, Nelson's Dockyard, Betty's Hope Historic Sugar Plantation and Dickenson Bay Beach over 5.5 hours, with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, bottled water and a signature cocktail included. The tour is tailored to your interests (you can swap stops for Stingray City, a local lunch or other sites), so the route adapts to what you want to see.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Devil's Bridge National Park15m
2. Nelson's Dockyard National Park45m
3. Sir Vivian Richards Stadiumpass by
4. Betty's Hope Historic Sugar Plantation30m
5. Dickenson Bay30m

Explore Antigua's natural and cultural sites

• Drive through local villages
• Visit Devil’s Bridge National Park
• Stop at Betty’s Hope plantation
• Tour Nelson’s Dockyard and English Harbour
• Visit Shirley Heights viewpoint
• Tour Sir Vivian Richards Stadium
• Shop at Hodges Bay artisan store
• Visit House of Chocolate
• Enjoy local dishes at Dawne’s Soleil Kafé
• Relax at Dickenson Bay Beach

The experience

The tour starts with a drive through local villages to Devil's Bridge National Park on Antigua's east coast, where a limestone arch carved by Atlantic waves towers over crashing blowholes. You'll have time to walk the site, photograph the arch and hear the history behind it. Wear shoes with grip since the limestone can be slippery and swimming is unsafe due to strong currents. From there the route heads south to Nelson's Dockyard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in English Harbour filled with restored naval buildings, yachts and shops, then climbs to Shirley Heights for panoramic views across both English Harbour and Falmouth Harbour.

The second half includes Betty's Hope, Antigua's most famous sugar plantation, where restored windmills stand against countryside views and tell the story of the island's colonial past. A stop at Hodges Bay lets you browse handcrafted goods by local artisans and taste locally made gin and specialty coffee liqueurs. You can also visit the House of Chocolate to watch traditional chocolate-making and sample rum-infused and wine-infused varieties, or stop at Dawne's Soleil Kafé for authentic Antiguan dishes and tropical juices. The tour ends with roughly 30 minutes at Dickenson Bay Beach, a white-sand stretch with turquoise water where you can swim, walk or photograph the coastline.

Your guide speaks English and drives an air-conditioned vehicle stocked with bottled water and WiFi. A signature Never Ending cocktail is included. If any of the standard stops don't appeal to you (say you'd rather visit Stingray City or Long Bay Beach instead), the guide can adjust the itinerary to match your interests.

What’s included

• Pickup from your hotel.
• English-speaking guide.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• a signature Never Ending cocktail.
• WiFi on board (restroom on board is available on some options).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 59 years) · Senior (60 and older) · Youth (6 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 5 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Audio guideSpanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 18 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by NeverEnding Tours and Taxi Service

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so you'll hear the history and stories as you move between sites without needing to read placards or translate. This works for families, cruise visitors and anyone who wants commentary woven through the day rather than exploring on your own.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 17 years); Child (3 to 5 years); Infant (under 3).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly is Devil's Bridge and why is it famous?

Devil's Bridge is a natural limestone arch on Antigua's rugged east coast near Willikies, carved over thousands of years by Atlantic Ocean waves. It's known for dramatic crashing blowholes where waves surge through the rock, and for the coastal scenery and historical stories tied to the site.

Can I swim at Devil's Bridge or Dickenson Bay?

Swimming at Devil's Bridge is not recommended because of strong currents and rough waves. Dickenson Bay Beach is safe for swimming and has calm, clear turquoise water ideal for a refreshing dip or wading.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport, bottled water throughout the day and a signature Never Ending cocktail. Meals and entry fees to attractions are separate unless you choose add-ons like a local lunch stop.

Can I skip stops or add different ones if I'm not interested in all five attractions?

Yes. The guide tailors the route to your interests, so you can swap stops, for example, trading Betty's Hope for Stingray City Antigua or Long Bay Beach, or choosing to stop for lunch at a local restaurant instead of visiting the chocolate factory or café.

How long do I spend at each stop?

The tour runs 5.5 hours total. Devil's Bridge, Nelson's Dockyard and Shirley Heights take up the bulk of the morning, while Betty's Hope, the artisan shop, and optional food or chocolate stops are shorter. Dickenson Bay Beach gets roughly 30 minutes at the end to relax and photograph.