Top Antigua Attractions

Nelson's Dockyard

Costumed interpreters and guides introduce visitors to the fortifications and facilities of Nelson's Dockyard, a British naval base dating to 1725. Located at the yachting mecca of English Harbour, Nelson's Dockyard includes a museum, gun enplacements, historic stores, barracks, and a multimedia center. The adjacent yacht harbor has hotels and restaurants.

Barbuda Frigate Bird Colony

More than 5,000 frigate birds reside on Barbuda, and their nesting area is reachable only by boat. The frigate bird population in Barbuda is said to exceed the human population. The birds make their nests in the island's mangroves, and males are known for their extravagant mating rituals in the spring. Excursions can be arranged from resorts like Lighthouse Bay, located just 15 minutes from the sanctuary.