Near the port for a couple hours

[JuliaMS]

We will have a couple hours after our tour in the afternoon and would like to explore the town. I'm looking for suggestions of things to see or not to miss. We will be there on a Sunday if that matters.

[DougYWG]

Fraid that St. John's itself is not much of a tourist destination. Plenty of shops, bars etc at the port area but outside that, there's nothing in town that would give you a worthwhile couple of hours.

[JuliaMS]

We will be taking the island tour with a beach break. Open to any suggestions... local museum, bar with a view just something besides the shops that are in every port.

Edited January 17, 2016 by JuliaMS

[DougYWG]

You might like to explore Fort James, ten minute taxi ride from the ship (see Trip Advisor). Lots of cannon still sitting there pointing seawards but buildings are not in good shape. Dates from Royal Navy days, before Nelson, guarding the entrance to the port. Right on top is Russell's, if it's open. Bar and restaurant. If not, you are right beside Beach Limerz, the bar on the beach. Talk to a taxi driver about taking you there and waiting to take you back. Agree on a price.

[Grant2000]

We will have a couple hours after our tour in the afternoon and would like to explore the town. I'm looking for suggestions of things to see or not to miss. We will be there on a Sunday if that matters.

 

The cruise port is located in the heart of St. John's, the capital city, so it's easy to explore the town.

 

On arrival, we arranged a short tour of the island with two other couples. It worked out really well and cost us USD $20 per person! We made sure to arrive back at the ship early and consequently had time to explore the town as well.

 

This site provides a good overview of Antigua and St. John's:

 

http://Antigua-Island.com

 

Enjoy your cruise!