Things to do in Saint Michael Parish, Saint Michael Parish: The Best Cultural Tours

August 13, 2021 Joeann Galban

Discover the best top things to do in Saint Michael Parish, Barbados including Walking Tour of The Historic Garrison and its Museum - A Military Story, Discover Rum Barbados Tour, Around The Island , Island Tour, Barbados 5 hour Private Island Tour, Private Guided Barbados Island Tour, Private Customised Island Tours, Mount Gay Rum and Cocktail Workshop in Barbados, Bridgetown Food and Heritage Tour, Private Full-Day Barbados Excursion.
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1. Walking Tour of The Historic Garrison and its Museum - A Military Story

Barbados Museum & Historical Society, Dalkeith Road, Bridgetown, Barbados Chattel House Audio Tours Inc.
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Are you craving a historical military-based adventure in Barbados? Have you ever wondered what military life was like during the colonial period? Then boy have I got a story for you! I was here to defend this gem of an island and it was nothing like what I would have expected as a soldier. My story is bittersweet, but nonetheless, has to be told. I want to tell you about the prison and the walk of shame I had to endure. About the services offered around the “Savannah” and all the joys that can be drawn from this area despite the hardships that have made it what it is. Join me by the Barbados Museum and Historical Society for a culturally rich journey into history. On this intriguing walking tour, I will show you the Garrison I lived in. The changes it has undergone. All the while paying homage to me by preserving my legacy.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Personal audio device to hear the guide clearly, Headsets, Local guide, Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

Reviewed By Kemi A

Deborah is an A1 tour guide and tourism professional! I had a great afternoon walking through Bridgetown, learning of its history and the history of Barbados in general, and because Deborah is known everywhere she goes I also meet some locals. She answered all of my questions, even if not on topic, and has awesome energy. COVID procedures followed and Deb does everything to keep her guests safe, engaged, and comfortable. She loves what she does and it shows. If you're in Barbados GO ON THIS TOUR.

2. Discover Rum Barbados Tour

Williams Tours Barbados
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Explore some of the rums of Barbados, discover how the rum is made, experience the local rum shop and, best of all, taste the flavors of award winning rum.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Beverages, Transport by air-conditioned coach , Transport by air-conditioned minivan , Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Alcoholic Beverages, Entrance Fees, Mount Gay Visitor Centre, Four Square Distillery

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Due to Covid 19 no Plantation visit

Reviewed By Twycross1

You won’t understand Barbados from your resort. Get out with Scott (born & bred Bajan) in his air conditioned minibus and bluetoothed headset to learn about flora, fauna, history, society, religion, culture, geography, food (lunch included), climate, drink (a free rum punch, proper stuff) and anything else that you want know. If you want to see sea-eroded caves, windmills for crushing sugar cane, appreciate race tracks (horses and cars), understand how many variety of snakes live in the island, why houses are built the way they are, how to plant banana trees, how letters get delivered where there are no addresses, why breadfruit might be the cash crop of the future, despite Non-Disclosure Agreements who’s doing what to who, Scott’s yer man. Not interested in who Abramovich visits, where Princess Margaret’s house was, why people dumped their rubbish on top of Quakers’ family vaults, where they banged up Jerry Hall in the cells, why the largest Jewish cemetery in the Caribbean is in Bridgetown, how many polo fields there are on Barbados, why Simon Cowell’s and Andrew Lloyd Weber’s houses went down the pan, why you need to know much sugar has been added to the rum you are buying, why the Bajan Prime Minister and the Greek Royal Family are buried in different directions in the same churchyard, get someone to check your temperature again cos you’re probably no longer with us. For USD87, buy yourself an education about the Island or just sit back and enjoy the different geography of the Island’s parishes.

3. Around The Island

A Plus Tours and Events LTD Barbados
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

This tour takes you 360º around the island stopping at all the must see sights. Ask all the questions you can think of as you will have a friendly knowledgeable local tour guide as well as a safe and reliable driver who are always very happy tell you more about our island. This tour also includes a delicious local lunch.

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Reviewed By kateemo_burgess

This place is imaginative, playful, calming, and thoroughly Caribbean. My children and I visited yesterday and spent a most pleasant early afternoon wandering around this magical space. I even managed to convince them to sit still for a while in a lovely corner of the garden and listen to the soothing sounds of nature (and some meditative music, which was nice). The diversity and health of the plants is impressive, as is the generosity of the owner/gardener Anthony Hunte. We sat and had a socially distanced chat with him, as he was happy to speak with all the visitors who came in for a visit. We will be back soon! We signed in at the front, used hand sanitiser at the beginning and were reminded to do so at the end after touching the handrails.

4. Island Tour

Barbados Sweet Life Tours Inc
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

This tour covers Barbados and is dependent on what you want. Think about what you want to see and we'll make it happen.

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Soda/Pop, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By anthonytM4315UD

We used Sweet life tours for our airport transfers during COVID. Billy was amazing!! He followed protocols to a t!! Temp checks, sanitation, seating arrangements were all as outlined by the government. The vehicle was spacious and extremely clean. They even did supermarket runs for us while we were in quarantine. Billy is friendly, funny and extremely knowledgeable. We will used sweet life tours over and over during our stay in Barbados. Absolutely fantastic service and very professional

5. Barbados 5 hour Private Island Tour

Mike's Maxi Taxi
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Perfect for cruise passengers and anyone who wants to see the 'real' Barbados. This tour around the island gives you a flavour of all things Bajan, taking you to the must see locations as well as some hidden gems, all with stunning photo opportunities. Also ideal for newcomers to Barbados to see the sights, hear the history, find out about our lifestyle and decide which areas or attractions you might want to explore further. This is a small group tour, with just 2 - 6 persons, ensuring a fun, personal experience. Travel in a clean, comfortable, air-conditioned minivan and enjoy your time with your friendly and knowledgeable local driver/guide. He will make your day one to remember with his unique brand of Bajan hospitality! We can't wait to meet you.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Rum punch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Knowledgable local guide, Small numbers ensures a personal service

Exclusions: Entrance fee to go inside Animal Flower Cave, Lunch

Reviewed By non_sheep

Mike really knows his island well and was a wealth of knowledge! He was very friendly and adaptable (we had our 8month old son on tour with us we needed regular snack, toilet, crawl around stops.) The animal flower cave is a must see, the views on the east coast are amazing. During the tour mike stopped and got us various fruits that we would never have known what to do with without him. They were delicious even though they looked a little odd! What we loved most was that mike gave us choices over what we’d prefer to do in our timescale and it didn’t feel rushed in any way. We will definitely return!!

6. Private Guided Barbados Island Tour

Barbados Skipper Vance Tours
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We can walk on trails and beaches and go off the beaten path to avoid crowds from tour vans and tour buses. I am the only totally exclusive private tour in Barbados and exclusively Barbadian, I am 100% 16th generation Barbadian experienced Tour Guide of 14 years doing Boat and Island Tours of Barbados. Former Captain of the famous "Bajan Queen" 1989-90 since 1996 A wreck in the marine park of Carlisle Bay, where we can also go for snorkel off the beach and see turtles and wrecks , no need to hire a boat .(for good swimmers with their own equipment ) Driver Tour Guide for The Original Adventureland 4X4 off road Tours 2005-06 I am a Barbadian of British heritage . St Bernard Bimshire county of England was the British title and Los Barbados is from the Portuguese who were the first Europeans to discover Barbados in the 1600s

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation, Experienced 100% Barbadian , Conversational Spanish

Exclusions: TIPS, Attraction Fees and Lunch

Reviewed By Broughmetals

Vance gave us an incredibly insightful tour of Barbados. We managed to squeeze the whole island into one day. His knowledge of the island is exceptional and he will show you exclusive parts of the island and some of the hidden gems. Would highly recommend!

7. Private Customised Island Tours

3M's Tours & Taxi Services
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You will have a blast of a time. Travelers will have the opportunity to plan their personal itinerary with the assistance of a courteous, honest, friendly and well-informed driver/guide if needed and he will ensure that your interest is realize on the day while driving in comfort on this full-day private customised island tour. Below is a list of places of interest which you can choose from. We be going: Carlisle's Bay Beach Independence Square Minister Office Bridgetown Barbados Port Cricket Oval Garrison Horsing Track Rihanna's Drive Sandy Lane Rihanna's Mansion Animal Flower Cave Gun Hill Bathsheba St James Parish Church Cherry Tree Hill St Nicholas Abbey Wild Life Resort Holetown George Washington House Speightown Harrison Cave Flower Forest Hunte Gardens Sunbury Plantation House Garrison Museum & much much more When on your private customised island tour, please bring beach wear, sun cream, towels, extra clothes if needed and passport if you'll want to shop in the malls.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Traditional Bajan Rum Punch OR Local Banks Beer, A few snacks for the kids, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Mostly Sprite

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Reviewed By brianat473

I recently travelled to Barbados during the Covid pandemic and used Julian for my airport transfer. He was very helpful and professional yet friendly and welcoming. I had a tough few days however chatting with him on the slow, cautious ride to the airport definitely cheered me up. His taxi was super clean and he took necessary sanitation steps to keep us both safe. I will certainly use his services again and recommend him to anyone visiting Barbados.

8. Mount Gay Rum and Cocktail Workshop in Barbados

Mount Gay Visitors' Centre, Spring Garden Hwy, Bridgetown, Barbados Mount Gay Visitor Centre
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4.9 based on 7 reviews

Following a Signature Rum Tasting at the Mount Gay Visitor Center, your mixologists will guide you in crafting your own signature cocktail for a small-group cocktail making competition! The Cocktail Workshop is geared for adults only and It features all components of the Signature Rum Tasting as well as time for shopping.

Inclusions: Complimentary rum punch, Professional and knowledgeable Brand Host, Reasonalable size Groups, Rum Tasting of 4 Rums, Cocktail making session, Time for shopping

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and Drinks ( available for purchase ), Transportation ( Contact us if required )

Reviewed By ramseyowl

We loved our tour with Rumal, who gave a fun and detailed backstory of the rum, as well as taught us how to appreciate the subtle hints of each. Eat a meal before going.

9. Bridgetown Food and Heritage Tour

Bridgetown, Barbados Lick De Bowl Food Tours
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A can't miss opportunity to sample the rich authentic local cuisine of Barbados whilst taking a nostalgic stroll through one of the oldest towns in the Caribbean ( Bridgetown is a designated UNESCO Heritage site). Eat like the locals and discover their favourite food haunts in  bustling Bridgetown  whilst taking stock of  a history and architecture that spans centuries.

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Reviewed By Andrew B

Thoroughly recommended if you want a authentic Bajan cooking class. Cooked a very special starter using Blowfish followed by a main course Salted Cod and Cou Cou. Lots of cooking tips and cultural context delivered in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Well worth the trip. Andrew, Chris and Charlie

10. Private Full-Day Barbados Excursion

Glory Tours
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4.8 based on 30 reviews

Design your very own dream tour of Barbados! Your friendly and professional guide will help you build out a full-day (6-7 hours) of sightseeing. You can tell your guide what type of sights you want to visit or your guide can offer suggestions based on your interests. The itinerary will be discussed before you head out for the day. Choose your group size up to 12 passengers and customize the Barbados tour of your dreams!

Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by private air-conditioned minivan, Private cuzomizable tour, Driver/guide, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Entrance Fees to attractions

Reviewed By Lcarr31

The excursion picked us up from the cruise terminal and drove us to the beach. Once we got to the beach we were told that the boat was cancelled because of the sea lice. We were told we would receive a refund, but we never did. I had 7 people in our group. They should have told us before we drove to the beach that the boat was cancelled. They would only come back to the beach when the entire bus load was ready, so we walked back to the cruise terminal. I have not received any response from the company.

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