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This is a preview of the full content of our Barbados’ Best app.

Please consider downloading this app to support small independent publishing and because:

All content is designed for mobile devices and works best there.
Detailed in-app maps will help you find sites using your device’s GPS.
The app works offline (one time upgrade required on Android versions).
All advertising (only present on Android versions) can be removed.

The app will also allow you to:

Add custom locations to the app map (your hotel…).
Create your own list of favourites as you browse.
Search the entire contents using a fast and simple text-search tool.
Make one-click phone calls (on phones).

Open House

Visits to historical houses

The Barbados National Trust’s Open House programme offers visitors and residents alike the chance to take a guided tour round a selection of the island’s historical buildings, some of which are usually not open to the public.

Locations differ each year but range from some splendid plantation-era great houses, such as Heron Bay House (pictured above), to more esoteric offerings, such as the Bridgetown synagogue or the Barbados Yacht Club. Some years even Ilaro Court – the Prime Minister’s official residence – is open for viewing.

Light refreshments and local arts and crafts are usually available for sale at the event.

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Events have been suspended since 2021.

Dry season (Dec–April)

Image by Sara Humphreys