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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Antigua

37 tours  ·  from $49

Everything with a boat, a guide or a minibus attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth giving a whole day to, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue below them.

Scenic Full Day Tour of Antigua - Blockhouse and Shirley Heights: Antigua from above
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Scenic Full Day Tour of Antigua

1.Scenic Full Day Tour of Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 472 reviews · from $142Our pick

See Antigua’s main sights in about six hours with hotel or cruise-terminal pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, a local guide, and lunch included. The route visits Devil’s Bridge, Blockhouse, Shirley Heights, Nelson’s Dockyard, Fig Tree Drive, and Darkwood Beach. Guides such as Leo, George, Deborah, Keisha, and Lyo have led outings, with groups capped at eight people.

“Lovely way to see the island and find out more about the history and culture. Leo was really informative and great fun to spend the day with.”

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Adventure Antigua - Eli's Original Eco Tour - Great Bird Island: the best all-around stop
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Adventure Antigua – Eli’s Original Eco Tour

2.Adventure Antigua – Eli’s Original Eco Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 238 reviews · from $142

Spend five to six hours exploring Antigua’s North Sound with guides such as David, Mark, Dino, Leslie, and Arion. Swim and snorkel at Great Bird Island and Hell’s Gate, climb through a natural cave, hear about turtle conservation at Long Bay, and learn how mangroves shelter young sea life near Guiana Island. Lunch, drinks, snacks, and snorkeling gear are included.

“This is the second time we’ve done this tour, 3 excellent snorkelling sites, turtle spotting and lots of historical and nature information. Food for lunch was good and crew amazing.”

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Antigua Round Island Tour - English Harbour, yachts, and the old naval center
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Antigua Round Island Tour

3.Antigua Round Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 226 reviews · from $93

Explore Antigua by vehicle with a local guide such as Cyril, Leslie, Michael, or Shaquille. In about 3.5 hours, visit Nelson’s Dockyard, Shirley Heights, Devil’s Bridge, Blockhouse Ruins, and English Harbour, with pickup and entrance fees included. Expect a fast island overview rather than a beach day or long museum visit.

“Lionel was great! Tour took about 3 hours. Went to devils bridge, Nelson’s dockyard and Shirley heights. Lionel was very knowledgeable, showing us the different spots like the sugar factory, stadium etc. along with the history of the island. Great way to see the major points in a short time!”

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Antigua VIP Tours - Private Platinum Tour - Nelson’s Dockyard gives the day its historical anchor
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Antigua VIP Tours – Private Platinum Tour

4.Antigua VIP Tours – Private Platinum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 224 reviews · from $170

Explore Antigua in a private, air-conditioned minivan with a local guide such as Rob, Robert, or Stephan. Shape the day around Nelson’s Dockyard, Shirley Heights, Devil’s Bridge, sugar plantations, viewpoints, and beach time. Lunch, drinks, hotel or port pickup, transportation, and entrance fees are included.

“Great tour of the island. Robert was so informative and nice. We felt like VIP’s all day. Highly recommend!”

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Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua - The big view from Shirley Heights
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Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua

5.Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 221 reviews · from $125

Spend about 4.5 hours touring Antigua with local guide Johnny, visiting Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights before shore snorkeling at Galleon Beach. The calm harbor is suitable for beginners, and you may see turtles, octopuses, stingrays, fish, and shipwrecks. This is a private vehicle-and-beach tour, not a boat trip.

“Johnny was an excellent guide with an immense knowledge of the islands history; a great half day tour seeing Nelson's Dockyard, Shirley Heights and snorkeling in Galleon Bay. Johnny picked us up promptly at 9am as we requested, and drove us across the island to Nelson's dockyard. It was a great history lesson about the British military, and the use of the island as a good fortification and stronghold. It was amazing to learn how Antigua has so many natural harbors and was a heavily sought after place for that reason. We then went to Shirley Heights which was a beautiful spot to see the harbor and on a good…”

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TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA - Kayaking into the mangrove reserve
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TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA

6.TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 211 reviews · from $130

Join Giles or Mark for a roughly three-hour Antigua outing by bike, kayak, and on foot. Ride through St. John’s neighborhoods, paddle into a mangrove reserve, stop for a beach swim, and walk to historic Fort James. The pace is moderate rather than strenuous, with bikes, helmets, water, and local insight included.

“We had a fantastic morning with Giles in Antigua. Giles met us at the pick point behind Yellow Banana Pizzas as planned and took us on an amazing bike tour of St John's. We visited the birth place of Viv Richards, went to a fruit market and visRead more”

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City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua's only food tour in the city! - Rum punch, local drinks, and the pace of the walk
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City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua’s only food tour in the city!

7.City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua’s only food tour in the city!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 196 reviews · from $105

Walk from Heritage Quay through St. John’s with Eat ‘n Lime Food Tours, stopping at about seven local food spots for Antiguan dishes, rum, sweets, and drinks. Guides such as Tiffany and Lori add history, architecture, and stories about small businesses. The tour lasts two to three hours and ends at One Stone Ital Shack.

“This tour was a great mix of flavors and cuisine. Lori was a great tour guide. Love the stop at an art gallery.”

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Tuk-Tuk Adventures Rainforest and Beach Hopping Tour - Leaving Heritage Quay for Fig Tree Drive
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Tuk-Tuk Adventures Rainforest and Beach Hopping Tour

8.Tuk-Tuk Adventures Rainforest and Beach Hopping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 196 reviews · from $109

Spend four and a half hours riding an open-air tuk-tuk from Heritage Quay through Fig Tree Drive and Antigua’s rainforest. Stop for local fruit, island views, snacks, water, and rum or fruit punch, then visit three white-sand beaches. Guides such as Ash, Rena, Teddy, and Ray share island stories along the way.

“Loved it! Highly recommended for anyone who would like an overview of the island. The open-air ride was fun and gave great views. The tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable.”

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Trek Tours Hiking Experience in Antigua - Getting to the trail from St. John’s or the cruise port
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Trek Tours Hiking Experience in Antigua

9.Trek Tours Hiking Experience in Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 172 reviews · from $90

Trek Tours takes you from your hotel or cruise port to an Antigua trail chosen for your group, then returns you after roughly three and a half hours. Guides such as Dwight, Rick, Barry, and Kahlil lead hikes to Signal Hill, Fort Berkeley, Shirley Heights, Carpenter’s Rock, and other viewpoints. Expect shade, steep or rocky footing, island stories, and bottled water.

“The hike was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Dwight, was super knowledgeable and the whole family loved our adventure.”

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Antigua VIP Tours - Semi-Private Gold Tour - Starting at Nelson’s Dockyard
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Antigua VIP Tours – Semi-Private Gold Tour

10.Antigua VIP Tours – Semi-Private Gold Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · from $135

Spend about five hours touring Antigua in a small, air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide such as Rob, Robert, or Keisha. Visit Nelson’s Dockyard, Betty’s Hope, Devil’s Bridge, Long Bay, Valley Church Beach, Shirley Heights, and more. Expect history, sea views, beach time, and a flexible pace.

“This was a great experience! Rob was very knowledgeable! It was our first time to Antigua and it was awesome to see so much of it in one tour!”

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6-Hours Tour East Coast of Antigua: Stingray City, Lunch & Beach - Long Bay offers beach time and simple snorkeling
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6-Hours Tour East Coast of Antigua: Stingray City, Lunch & Beach

11.6-Hours Tour East Coast of Antigua: Stingray City, Lunch & Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · from $194

Spend six hours seeing Antigua by road and sea, with a close encounter at Stingray City, a beach stop at Long Bay, local lunch, Devil’s Bridge, and Betty’s Hope. Guides such as Andrew, Phoenix, Jerome, and Greta are known for lively island stories. Transport, snorkel gear, rash guards, drinks, snacks, and lunch are included.

“Tour guide Greta was great. Came with a group of eight and everyone had a good time. Stingray city was an amazing experience.”

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Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour - Shirley Heights: Antigua from above
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Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour

12.Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · from $121

You’ll cover Antigua’s key sights in about 3.5 hours, with stops at Nelson’s Dockyard, Shirley Heights, and Devil’s Bridge. Private guides such as Cyril, Vernon, Michael, and Benjamin provide island stories and flexible help. Expect scenic drives, short walks, limited time at each stop, and return transport to Heritage Quay.

“A great orientation tour of Antigua if you’re a little short on time but do not want to miss the essentials…Devil’s Rock, Nelson’s Dockyards, Shirley Heights, drive through local parishes and some highlights plus an informative driver & guide in a comfortable vehicle made for a great experience.Ant”

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Crystal Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour (with transfer) - The morning route from Willikies to the water
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Crystal Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour (with transfer)

13.Crystal Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour (with transfer)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · from $89

You’ll paddle clear kayaks through a calm Antigua bay with guides such as Vashti, Beaver, Ernest, and Orville, watching fish, jellyfish, starfish, and mangrove life below. A boat ride leads to a snorkeling stop, followed by showers, snacks, and rum punch. Transfers are included when conditions apply.

“Loved kayaking in the crystal kayaks. Staff were friendly and helpful, and the route taken was an easy paddle.”

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Private Antigua Island Tour - Weatherills Estate and the old sugar mill
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Private Antigua Island Tour

14.Private Antigua Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · from $130

Explore Antigua in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide. Visit Weatherills Estate, Devil’s Bridge, Shirley Heights, and Nelson’s Dockyard, with time for photos, history, roadside fruit, and local stories. Guides such as Carrick, Rowena, Jerome, and Melissa have earned particular praise. Bring sturdy shoes and confirm your pickup point.

“Great island tour. We enjoyed the day seeing sights and eating some local food. The island is very beautiful and the sites are informative.”

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Historic City, Fort and Beach E-Bike Tour - The V. C. Bird Monument and Antigua’s modern story
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Historic City, Fort and Beach E-Bike Tour

15.Historic City, Fort and Beach E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · from $130

You’ll ride a comfortable fat-tire e-bike from Five Islands with guides such as Delroy and Raphael, crossing Antigua’s north coast to Fort James, St. John’s, and the V. C. Bird Monument. Expect a safety briefing, snacks, water, photo stops, and a private route that can be adjusted for your group.

“- safety first - always patient - they managed cross traffic to make the ride easy - guides offered customizable, frequent, and very knowledgeable stops. - the roads are very bumpy (not their problem) and the guides do their best to avoid the Read more”

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