St.Kitts See It All The Local Behind The Scenes Tour Of St. Kitts

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St.Kitts See It All The Local Behind The Scenes Tour Of St. Kitts is a 4h – 5h private experience in St Kitts, St Kitts and Nevis, operated by Welcome To Saint Kitts. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 764 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $95 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private transportation, Prizes to be won, Bottled water.

Quick facts

Duration

4h – 5h

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

English

Pickup

Hotel pickup included

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1

   Located in the heart of town .A drinking fountain imported from Scottland in 1883.Still works to this day.

2. Stop 2 · 15m

   The independence square is a historical site and is a must see for all visitors, we would also try some local food if interested.

3. Stop 3

   Her Majesty's Prison in Saint Kitts, built in 1840 and originally designed for 82 inmates, held approximately 320 inmates, including pretrial detainees confined with convicted prisoners. Most prisoners had beds, although some slept on blankets on the floor.

4. Stop 4

   ST. GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH is the largest church in Basseterre. It stands at the head of Church Street and resembles an English parish church in style. The outer walls are of heavy andesite rock and the roof is covered in slate. Like many of the buildings in Basseterre this church has had its ups and downs, often rising from ashes like the mythical Phoenix.

5. Stop 5

   GOVERNMENT HEADQUARTERS is located on Church Street and occupies the land on which the Newstead and the Waterloo buildings as well as some smaller private residences once stood. In the late 19th century the lower western corner of Church and Central Street was dominated by an impressive building known as the Newstead Hotel.

6. Stop 6

   The Main and largest Hospital on the island.

7. Stop 7

   The only brewery in St. Kitts, where our local beer is made.

8. Stop 8

   The Largest University in the Island,An american & canadian vet school.

9. Stop 9

   The site where over 2000 Kalinago's where massacred by European colonists

10. Stop 10 · 15m

    Here we will see the kalinago rock drawing which here there since 2500 BC

11. Stop 11 · 15m

    A sugar plantation which was water powered.

12. Stop 12 · 10m

    Here we will see a old rum distillery which was covered up for hundreds of years until heavy rain revealed it.You will also have to option to try our fastest selling local rum..

13. Stop 13 · 10m

    Here you will be able to see our rainforest and here the birds chirp.

14. Stop 14

    Captain Sir Thomas Warner's Tomb, Middle Island, St. Kitts, West Indies. Thomas Warner died on March 10, 1649, in St. Kitts. His tomb and that of Samuel Jefferson (great-great grandfather of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States) were originally situated inside the original St. Thomas' Anglican Church.

15. Stop 15

    Here we will find the only boat yard on the island with a shipwreck on the opposite side still in the ocean.

16. Stop 16

    Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park is one of the most important historical landmarks in the Caribbean. Located high on a steep hill overlooking the sea, the fortress was built by the British during the 17th and 18th centuries to protect the island from enemy attacks. Much of the construction was carried out by enslaved Africans, whose labor and skill helped create this massive stone fortress.
    
    Often called the “Gibraltar of the West Indies,” the fortress offers breathtaking views of St. Kitts and the neighboring islands. Today, it is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its remarkable military architecture and historical significance. Visitors can explore old cannons, stone walls, and historic buildings while learning about the island’s colonial past and cultural heritage.

17. Stop 17

    here we will see the oldest catholic church on the island where John Newton the man who wrote the amazing grace him was Audain'd by 3 catholic ministers.

18. Stop 18

    Here we will be able to see where both the Atlantic and Caribbean sea meets before we get to Timothy Hill to see a side-by-side comparison.

19. Stop 19 · 15m

    Beautiful Site with volcanic rocks in ocean, absolutely breathtaking. You are also able to see 5 other neighboring islands from this spot.

20. Stop 20

    here we will see the highest peak on the island, which was the preferred site for runaway slaves. I is our volcano also and shapes out as a very detail woman.

21. Stop 21

    Here you will see the industrial part on St. Kitts . where all of the masonry productions plants are along where the query for large Bolders.

22. Stop 22

    Here you will see our only airport on the island which is also an international airport.

23. Stop 23

    here we will drive along the road names after our very own Kim Collins who won the 100m dash at the world championships in 2003.Making him the world's fastest man that year.

24. Stop 24

    The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) is a supranational central bank that serves Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, all members of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) that use the ECCB-issued Eastern Caribbean Dollar as their currency.

25. Stop 25

    here we will see the largest and most occupied hotel all year round on the island..

26. Stop 26 · 15m

    Here you will have a chance to meet ,pet and take pictures with our islands green vervet monkey.You will also have a full sight of the islands view overlooking frigate bay from above

27. Stop 27 · 1h

    Here we will visit the Frigate Bay Beach / Strip, where we will have the option to have some time on the beach and try some local lunches.Or even get to interact with the locals at Inon's beach bar where all the locals go to hang out.

28. Stop 28 · 1h

    Here we will tour downtown and visit stores for souvenirs and food if interested. You will also experience a full downtown island tour. We will also visit the war memorial, historical churches & the Berkely memorial.

29. Stop 29 · 15m

    Next we will see all the other attractions not listed on here and have a good time,Lots of things to see.Then we head back to port Zante.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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