The 10 Best Things to do in Kingstown, St. Vincent

January 14, 2022 Janean Rudisill

Kingstown, the capital of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, is a major port city for the Caribbean island chain. The city features a series of surviving 19th century buildings, including St George's Cathedral, known for its beautiful stained glass, and the Romanesque Cathedral of the Assumption. In the wharf area, visitors can see structures built from the tile and red brick that was used as ballast on trading ships from Britain, or head up to Fort Charlotte for a stunning view of the city.
Restaurants in Kingstown

1. Botanical Gardens

Kingstown St. Vincent +1 784-453-1623 http://nationalparks.gov.vc/
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4.5 based on 461 reviews

Botanical Gardens

The Botanical Gardens are one of the most important and popular sites in St Vincent. They are the oldest botanical gardens in the Western Hemisphere (established in 1765) and are also an important conservation site (particularly for the St Vincent parrot). The Botanical Gardens are in Kingstown, a short journey from the town centre.

Reviewed By TheJKsofManchester - Manchester, United Kingdom

Not the biggest gardens in the world, but well worth a visit. Recommend the guided tour, our guide, Cornelius was excellent. Lots to see from all around the world.

2. Buccament Forest Nature Trail

Kingstown St. Vincent
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Buccament Forest Nature Trail

3. Indian Bay beach

Kingstown St. Vincent
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Indian Bay beach

Reviewed By S34GMmatthewd

Beautiful little beach located just into Villa when heading from Kingstown or Arnos Vale. There’s plenty of room to sit and relax on this beach although watch out as the sea rises quite a bit and may wet your stuff. There’s snorkelling out by the rocks where you can see plenty of local fish etc, there’s even eels to see especially in the grass. In terms of food, there’s a hut by the main entrance which sells local food and drink, beers are round 5-6EC (~2US) and there are a few people wandering selling things but no where near as much as in Villa beach

4. St. Mary's Cathedral of the Assumption

Kingstown St. Vincent +1 784-456-1408 http://www.catholicsvg.org
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4.0 based on 43 reviews

St. Mary's Cathedral of the Assumption

This historic Catholic church, known for its Romanesque architecture, was built in the early nineteenth century.

Reviewed By 868edwardj - London, United Kingdom

A stunning Cathedral in the heart of St Vincent, the courtyards leading you around this local attraction into the cathedral, the stations og the cross are the best that i ever seen,and taking to the local people make you feel at home. Worth a visit when in town very accessible and easy to get around.

5. St. George's Cathedral

Kingstown St. Vincent http://stgeorgescathedralsvg.com
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4.0 based on 48 reviews

St. George's Cathedral

This historic Georgian-style church has colorful stained-glass windows.

Reviewed By 868edwardj - London, United Kingdom

Another colonial church to wander and take in past history take your time to read the plaques this gives you so much history. All the churches are built in the same style and are stunning. Talk to the locals and you will get so much infomation.

6. Kingstown Methodist Church

Kingstown St. Vincent
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4.0 based on 13 reviews

Kingstown Methodist Church

This Kingstown landmark was built by the Methodists around an old Catholic church purchased in 1790.

7. Fort Charlotte

Off Endinboro Road, Kingstown St. Vincent +1 784-530-8138 http://www.tourism.gov.vc/tourism/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=58&Itemid=63
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4.0 based on 271 reviews

Fort Charlotte

Reviewed By mikemX8651RO - Clevedon, United Kingdom

The perfect finish to an island tour, with superb views back over Kingstown and the surrounding area, as well as our cruise ship. The fort has been pretty well maintained, and is free to enter.

8. Rawacou Recreation Park

Rawacou St, Kingstown VC0266 St. Vincent +1 784-453-1623 [email protected] http://nationalparks.gov.vc/
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4.0 based on 14 reviews

Rawacou Recreation Park

Rawacou Recreation Park features two beaches separated by a rocky headland with a man-made pool. Coconut trees and sea grapes provide a distinct tropical look and feel to the beach, while dune vegetation helps to maintain the balance and resilience of the beach. It is an exposed beach, well known for strong currents.

9. Buccament Bay

Kingstown St. Vincent
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4.0 based on 11 reviews

Buccament Bay

10. Market Square

Kingstown St. Vincent
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3.5 based on 112 reviews

Market Square

This market area is extremely crowded on weekends as locals cart in fresh foods to sell.

Reviewed By N8223PHchristinek - Swampscott, United States

This place is so fascinating. The produce is so fresh and because of St. Vincent's volcanic soil, it is so flavorful. There are so many herbs and spices being sold and the ladies selling them are happy to tell you how to use them. A must-see stop.

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