Guidebook for Bridgetown
Food Scene
This little nest of Italian delight is a favourite with both locals and tourists alike. Mama Mia provides an intimate and authentic slice of Italian heaven right here in Barbados. Upon entering you are greeted by Giuse “Mama” Ferri who welcomes you to her home away from home. You can then head straight to each food station and choose from either our paninis, salads or our hot food specials which change daily. If you fancy something extra special then you may want to try our pizza station equipped with a traditional Italian pizza oven.
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Mama Mia Italian Deli & Pizzeria
Highway 7This little nest of Italian delight is a favourite with both locals and tourists alike. Mama Mia provides an intimate and authentic slice of Italian heaven right here in Barbados. Upon entering you are greeted by Giuse “Mama” Ferri who welcomes you to her home away from home. You can then head straight to each food station and choose from either our paninis, salads or our hot food specials which change daily. If you fancy something extra special then you may want to try our pizza station equipped with a traditional Italian pizza oven.
The atmosphere and ambiance is superb; table on the boardwalk adds the romantic magic and a wonderful view over the ocean. The food NEVER fails to impress with delicious flavors in each and every course. Try a delicious starter of crab cakes and main course of seafood in a rich and tasty seafood sauce, just perfect. You can book table online at tapasbarbados.com and check out the menu there as well.
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Tapas
Highway 7The atmosphere and ambiance is superb; table on the boardwalk adds the romantic magic and a wonderful view over the ocean. The food NEVER fails to impress with delicious flavors in each and every course. Try a delicious starter of crab cakes and main course of seafood in a rich and tasty seafood sauce, just perfect. You can book table online at tapasbarbados.com and check out the menu there as well.
Located right across the street from Valere Apartments, next to Courtyard Marriott, International class Italian eatery. Smart, and very efficient reception and very stylish dining rooms. Immaculate attention to details, and the food didn't disappoint! Fairly recently opened, Buso doesn't appear on all the island publicity. Well worth a visit,
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Buzo Osteria Italiana
Hastings Main RoadLocated right across the street from Valere Apartments, next to Courtyard Marriott, International class Italian eatery. Smart, and very efficient reception and very stylish dining rooms. Immaculate attention to details, and the food didn't disappoint! Fairly recently opened, Buso doesn't appear on all the island publicity. Well worth a visit,
The Coffee Bean is a perfect location for breakfast or lunch with friends or colleagues. Enjoy our relaxed air conditioned indoor and breezy outdoor settings where our friendly staff are ready to serve you. The Coffee Bean is a cafe lover's dream: serving a wide variety of hot & cold coffees, blended drinks, bagels & croissants, fresh soups, salads, wraps, sandwiches and paninis and sweet treats like carrot cake, banana bread, cookies, brownies and more.
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The Coffee Bean - Nova Hastings
Upper Collymore Rock RoadThe Coffee Bean is a perfect location for breakfast or lunch with friends or colleagues. Enjoy our relaxed air conditioned indoor and breezy outdoor settings where our friendly staff are ready to serve you. The Coffee Bean is a cafe lover's dream: serving a wide variety of hot & cold coffees, blended drinks, bagels & croissants, fresh soups, salads, wraps, sandwiches and paninis and sweet treats like carrot cake, banana bread, cookies, brownies and more.
Because the near proximity to Valere Apartments, located on the scenic boardwalk. Lively place with awesome staff and great music. Good local beer and what a view. The wings are excellent and the place is great for all ages. Stay a while and take in island life.
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Blakey's Bar & Restaurant
Highway 7Because the near proximity to Valere Apartments, located on the scenic boardwalk. Lively place with awesome staff and great music. Good local beer and what a view. The wings are excellent and the place is great for all ages. Stay a while and take in island life.
Don’t feel like changing for lunch? The perfect watering hole, The Seagrape beach bar sits right on the beach at Coconut Court. Experience true island spirit with salt in your hair, sand on your feet and a Bajan rum punch in your hand. Enjoy fresh homemade salads, sandwiches and the balmy beach breezes. There’s no better way to end the day on the beach in Barbados!
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Coconut Court Beach Hotel
Don’t feel like changing for lunch? The perfect watering hole, The Seagrape beach bar sits right on the beach at Coconut Court. Experience true island spirit with salt in your hair, sand on your feet and a Bajan rum punch in your hand. Enjoy fresh homemade salads, sandwiches and the balmy beach breezes. There’s no better way to end the day on the beach in Barbados!
Arts & Culture
ArtSplash is a fun community art centre, cafe, gallery and play park. If you are in to healthy and always looking for fresh whole foods and juices. This little cafe has it all. Richard, who is so nice and personable, runs the gluten free pastry bar right on the porch…You must try his baked goods! Inside, you’ll find the juice and smoothie bar! All the fresh fruits and veggies you could imagine! You would be missing out if you fail to stop in, even for just one morning’s breakfast! Also on Wednesdays and Saturdays, they have farmers market where a good number of venders come out with fresh fruits and veggies and local crafts!
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The Artsplash Centre
Highway 7ArtSplash is a fun community art centre, cafe, gallery and play park. If you are in to healthy and always looking for fresh whole foods and juices. This little cafe has it all. Richard, who is so nice and personable, runs the gluten free pastry bar right on the porch…You must try his baked goods! Inside, you’ll find the juice and smoothie bar! All the fresh fruits and veggies you could imagine! You would be missing out if you fail to stop in, even for just one morning’s breakfast! Also on Wednesdays and Saturdays, they have farmers market where a good number of venders come out with fresh fruits and veggies and local crafts!
Located in the Garrison Historic Area, walking distance from Valere Apt, the Barbados Museum & Historical Society invites you to explore with us the history of the island from its earliest inhabitants through to independence.
Opening Hours
The Barbados Museum & Historical Society is open seven days a week
Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sundays 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Closed on public holidays
Early closure may occur on occasions when a private event is held on the premises.
Museum Gift Shop
Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Shilstone Memorial Library
Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Admission
Adults – $20 Barbados Dollars.
Children under 12 years – $10
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Barbados Museum & Historical Society
Dalkeith RoadLocated in the Garrison Historic Area, walking distance from Valere Apt, the Barbados Museum & Historical Society invites you to explore with us the history of the island from its earliest inhabitants through to independence.
Opening Hours
The Barbados Museum & Historical Society is open seven days a week
Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sundays 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Closed on public holidays
Early closure may occur on occasions when a private event is held on the premises.
Museum Gift Shop
Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Shilstone Memorial Library
Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Admission
Adults – $20 Barbados Dollars.
Children under 12 years – $10
Everything Else
PATIENT CENTERED FERTILITY TREATMENT IN PARADISE WITH LESS STRESS Barbados Fertility Center offers excellent IVF SUCCESS RATES, LOW PRICES and STRESS FREE treatment in a Tropical Paradise. They combine cutting edge fertility treatments with holistic therapies, resulting in IVF success rates significantly above the UK and USA average. Thousands of babies have been born since they opened in 2002. With many direct flights from the UK and USA, they are just a few hours away!
Barbados Fertility Centre
Hastings Main RoadPATIENT CENTERED FERTILITY TREATMENT IN PARADISE WITH LESS STRESS Barbados Fertility Center offers excellent IVF SUCCESS RATES, LOW PRICES and STRESS FREE treatment in a Tropical Paradise. They combine cutting edge fertility treatments with holistic therapies, resulting in IVF success rates significantly above the UK and USA average. Thousands of babies have been born since they opened in 2002. With many direct flights from the UK and USA, they are just a few hours away!
This spa experience has been designed to rejuvenate, relax and renew your sense of well being. Indulge in a spa experience that begins with tranquil surroundings and continues with treatments using the purest essential oils and natural botanical found on Earth, all within our luxurious spa. Ex.The Royal Bansuri Signature Massage, Warm bamboo massage, Bajan sugar body polish treatment they also have facial treatments etc.
Only 5 to 10 min walk from Valere Apt.
Bansuri Spa
Hastings Main RoadThis spa experience has been designed to rejuvenate, relax and renew your sense of well being. Indulge in a spa experience that begins with tranquil surroundings and continues with treatments using the purest essential oils and natural botanical found on Earth, all within our luxurious spa. Ex.The Royal Bansuri Signature Massage, Warm bamboo massage, Bajan sugar body polish treatment they also have facial treatments etc.
Only 5 to 10 min walk from Valere Apt.
Such a great Bajan hangout. Large rum shack. Saturday brings pudding and souse a plenty, pickled seacat, pickled shrimp, fried pork. Salmon, fish. You name it, all cooked to perfection. Lovely staff, great prices, lots of drinks and music. Always a great time. You must visit
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Lemon Arbour
Such a great Bajan hangout. Large rum shack. Saturday brings pudding and souse a plenty, pickled seacat, pickled shrimp, fried pork. Salmon, fish. You name it, all cooked to perfection. Lovely staff, great prices, lots of drinks and music. Always a great time. You must visit
Every visit to Barbados you must visit Oistin's on Friday night. Eat with the locals and enjoy the wonderful experience of the local food. See the crowds gather around the main stage where the locals will show and entertain you with there dancing skills, you will love it.
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Oistins
Every visit to Barbados you must visit Oistin's on Friday night. Eat with the locals and enjoy the wonderful experience of the local food. See the crowds gather around the main stage where the locals will show and entertain you with there dancing skills, you will love it.
They are open daily, 365 days a year and there's never a dull moment. You are guaranteed to have a great time. Located in Carlisle Bay on the outskirts of the Capital Bridgetown makes The Boatyard the ideal place to come relax and enjoy the friendly Barbadian hospitality. Every Wednesday it's a beach party boatyard style. Wicked cocktails, lively music and fun games!!
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The Boatyard Club
They are open daily, 365 days a year and there's never a dull moment. You are guaranteed to have a great time. Located in Carlisle Bay on the outskirts of the Capital Bridgetown makes The Boatyard the ideal place to come relax and enjoy the friendly Barbadian hospitality. Every Wednesday it's a beach party boatyard style. Wicked cocktails, lively music and fun games!!
Shopping
CONVENIENCE STORE- IMART
☛ PHARMACY– IPHARM
☛ ELECTRONICS/CELL PHONES-INFINITE TECHNOLOGIES– ELECTRONICS ON EDGE
☛ BANKING –RBC ROYAL BANK
☛ CLOTHING-INTERMIX-REPUBLIC 21-PLATINUM LOOK- POSH COUTURE
☛ HOME HEALTH CARE-A.A.Laquis
☛ HEALTH & BEAUTY SUPPLIES- JENNS HEALTH
☛ CANDY SHOP- SOMETHING SWEET
☛ HAIRDRESSING & BEAUTY SUPPLIES
☛ FOOD OUTLETS- Terodos Bajan Cuisine-Chutneys Roti and Curry cuisine-RB’S Rotisserie Chicken-Urban Kitchen (Pizza, Burgers, Wings) Wok Up, Subway, Dragon House.
☛ KIOSKS–Tastee Patties.
☛ BILL PAYMENTS – Surepay
☛ TELECOMS – Flow Barbados
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Lanterns Mall
Highway 7CONVENIENCE STORE- IMART
☛ PHARMACY– IPHARM
☛ ELECTRONICS/CELL PHONES-INFINITE TECHNOLOGIES– ELECTRONICS ON EDGE
☛ BANKING –RBC ROYAL BANK
☛ CLOTHING-INTERMIX-REPUBLIC 21-PLATINUM LOOK- POSH COUTURE
☛ HOME HEALTH CARE-A.A.Laquis
☛ HEALTH & BEAUTY SUPPLIES- JENNS HEALTH
☛ CANDY SHOP- SOMETHING SWEET
☛ HAIRDRESSING & BEAUTY SUPPLIES
☛ FOOD OUTLETS- Terodos Bajan Cuisine-Chutneys Roti and Curry cuisine-RB’S Rotisserie Chicken-Urban Kitchen (Pizza, Burgers, Wings) Wok Up, Subway, Dragon House.
☛ KIOSKS–Tastee Patties.
☛ BILL PAYMENTS – Surepay
☛ TELECOMS – Flow Barbados
Entertainment & Activities
When you come to this surf school which is right over the road from Valere Apt, you are guaranteed the individual attention you deserve as they only have small, manageable classes, maximum 4 people per instructor. The locations they use for their surf school will be the best possible location on the day as they have impeccable knowledge of the local surf conditions and surf spots in Barbados. Have fun in the sun, surf safe, dread or dead surf school.
dreadordead surf school
Hastings Main RoadWhen you come to this surf school which is right over the road from Valere Apt, you are guaranteed the individual attention you deserve as they only have small, manageable classes, maximum 4 people per instructor. The locations they use for their surf school will be the best possible location on the day as they have impeccable knowledge of the local surf conditions and surf spots in Barbados. Have fun in the sun, surf safe, dread or dead surf school.
Horse racing fans, A day at the races is a fantastic day out for the entire family, friends, and colleagues or simply to support the Barbados horse racing community.
Experiencing a true Caribbean race day is vibrant and exciting coupled with the closeness of the track to the Stands.Visit the race for what is guaranteed to be a memorable day and experience the good fortune of being a part of this wonderful sport.
Races usually takes place every other Saturday.
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Garrison Savannah
62a Tudor StHorse racing fans, A day at the races is a fantastic day out for the entire family, friends, and colleagues or simply to support the Barbados horse racing community.
Experiencing a true Caribbean race day is vibrant and exciting coupled with the closeness of the track to the Stands.Visit the race for what is guaranteed to be a memorable day and experience the good fortune of being a part of this wonderful sport.
Races usually takes place every other Saturday.
If you are looking for a fun filled time on the crystal blue waters in Barbados to the sweet vibes of Caribbean music then look no further Jammin catamaran cruise is the place for you. The Jammin team is friendly and engaging and will ensure you have a good time. Whether it be to just sit back and relax while sipping on some of their famous rum punch or if to swim with the turtles. It is the whole package for that traveler looking for a truly energetic and engaging experience. They have two types of tours both of which are recommended. The 5 hour day time tour and the 3 hour sunset tour. Both contain their own unique elements.
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Jammin Catamaran Cruises
If you are looking for a fun filled time on the crystal blue waters in Barbados to the sweet vibes of Caribbean music then look no further Jammin catamaran cruise is the place for you. The Jammin team is friendly and engaging and will ensure you have a good time. Whether it be to just sit back and relax while sipping on some of their famous rum punch or if to swim with the turtles. It is the whole package for that traveler looking for a truly energetic and engaging experience. They have two types of tours both of which are recommended. The 5 hour day time tour and the 3 hour sunset tour. Both contain their own unique elements.
Sightseeing
George Washington House in Barbados is a historic house where the future first U.S. President George Washington visited, in 1751. He was 19 years old at the time, and with his ailing half-brother, Lawrence Washington. In 2011, the property was designated as a UNESCO protected property within the World Heritage Site of Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison area.
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George Washington House
George Washington House in Barbados is a historic house where the future first U.S. President George Washington visited, in 1751. He was 19 years old at the time, and with his ailing half-brother, Lawrence Washington. In 2011, the property was designated as a UNESCO protected property within the World Heritage Site of Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison area.
Barbados’ North Point, where the gentle Caribbean meets the wild Atlantic, is a must-see. If you can navigate the steep steps into the Animal Flower Cave. The view of the ocean from this spot is unforgettable. Even if you choose not to descend into the cave, you are in for a visual treat. A walkway leads visitors along the top of the cliff. From this vantage point, it is possible to not only see the spectacular waves as they pound the rocky shore; you can peer into gaps as the water enters the caves. An outdoor café with cliffside tables features a variety of local dishes. For your convenience, clean rest rooms are adjacent to the eatery.
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North Point
Barbados’ North Point, where the gentle Caribbean meets the wild Atlantic, is a must-see. If you can navigate the steep steps into the Animal Flower Cave. The view of the ocean from this spot is unforgettable. Even if you choose not to descend into the cave, you are in for a visual treat. A walkway leads visitors along the top of the cliff. From this vantage point, it is possible to not only see the spectacular waves as they pound the rocky shore; you can peer into gaps as the water enters the caves. An outdoor café with cliffside tables features a variety of local dishes. For your convenience, clean rest rooms are adjacent to the eatery.
Parks & Nature
Hunte's Gardens is one of the most spectacular attraction in Barbados. The slogan of "most enchanting place" is exactly how I would describe it! Beautiful flowers, majestic palms and vegetation all expertly orchestrated to show off the beauty of Barbados nature! It's even mystical at the end of the day ... a little bit of Eden. The host is charming and very very hospitable. Mr. Hunte's 150 year old house is lovely and very unique. Go for an afternoon of breathtaking beauty and peace! Mr. Hunte well done and many thanks for sharing your "gem of Barbados" with us!
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Hunte's Gardens
Highway 3AHunte's Gardens is one of the most spectacular attraction in Barbados. The slogan of "most enchanting place" is exactly how I would describe it! Beautiful flowers, majestic palms and vegetation all expertly orchestrated to show off the beauty of Barbados nature! It's even mystical at the end of the day ... a little bit of Eden. The host is charming and very very hospitable. Mr. Hunte's 150 year old house is lovely and very unique. Go for an afternoon of breathtaking beauty and peace! Mr. Hunte well done and many thanks for sharing your "gem of Barbados" with us!
Welchman Hall Gully is a glittering jewel set in the heart of Barbados. This tropical hideaway is home to wild monkeys, majestic rainforest trees and delicate native plants.
Walk along its shaded path. See Barbados as it appeared to the first settlers.
Enjoy a spectacular view of the east coast and marvel at the abundance of life tucked away inside this collapsed cave.
Watch monkeys feed on a specially built platform, swing from vines and groom each other in the trees.
The gully and its occupants have fascinated tourists for hundreds of years.
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Welchman Hall Gully
Welchman Hall Gully is a glittering jewel set in the heart of Barbados. This tropical hideaway is home to wild monkeys, majestic rainforest trees and delicate native plants.
Walk along its shaded path. See Barbados as it appeared to the first settlers.
Enjoy a spectacular view of the east coast and marvel at the abundance of life tucked away inside this collapsed cave.
Watch monkeys feed on a specially built platform, swing from vines and groom each other in the trees.
The gully and its occupants have fascinated tourists for hundreds of years.