Capital of St Kitts and Nevis, Basseterre offers tourists not only classic Caribbean sunny skies and beautiful beaches, but also there are a range of different tours for those who fancy something a little more active.
The scenic railway tour, quad biking, and hiking are three ways you can explore St Kitts from Basseterre, or if preferred you can take a driving excursion. During this you will be shown all the best spots such as the Fairview Great House and Botanical Gardens – an early 18th century mansion whose grounds are home to all sorts of wildlife, including monkeys.
Depending on how much time you have, exploring the nearby beaches is easy from Basseterre. Here you can simply soak up some sun while relaxing with a book, or have a swim in the sparkling waters. Otherwise, the town itself also presents a number of attractions.
Find the National Museum in the 1894 Old Treasury Building, see the Berkeley Memorial Clock Tower southwest of Independence Square, and the impressive churches: St George’s Anglican Church, and The Church of the Immaculate Conception.
Regardless of how you choose to spend your day(s), you can be sure that you will find some fantastic restaurants and bars to try in the evenings. Local food such as freshly cooked creole snapper, crispy fried chicken, and garlic shrimp are widely available, and we suggest treating yourself to your favourite rum-based cocktail to perfectly end your evening in Basseterre.
Capital of St Kitts and Nevis, Basseterre offers tourists not only classic Caribbean sunny skies and beautiful beaches, but also there are a range of different tours for those who fancy something a little more active.
The scenic railway tour, quad biking, and hiking are three ways you can explore St Kitts from Basseterre, or if preferred you can take a driving excursion. During this you will be shown all the best spots such as the Fairview Great House and Botanical Gardens – an early 18th century mansion whose grounds are home to all sorts of wildlife, including monkeys.
Depending on how much time you have, exploring the nearby beaches is easy from Basseterre. Here you can simply soak up some sun while relaxing with a book, or have a swim in the sparkling waters. Otherwise, the town itself also presents a number of attractions.
Find the National Museum in the 1894 Old Treasury Building, see the Berkeley Memorial Clock Tower southwest of Independence Square, and the impressive churches: St George’s Anglican Church, and The Church of the Immaculate Conception.
Regardless of how you choose to spend your day(s), you can be sure that you will find some fantastic restaurants and bars to try in the evenings. Local food such as freshly cooked creole snapper, crispy fried chicken, and garlic shrimp are widely available, and we suggest treating yourself to your favourite rum-based cocktail to perfectly end your evening in Basseterre.
