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Antigua Island Tours
Touring Antigua island with a local guide is one of the best ways to really absorb its culture and history. The story of Antigua island is full of intrigue and a guide well-versed in their local knowledge will often provide a fascinating background at each sightseeing stop. Antigua island taxi drivers, who are also licensed tour guides, will take your group on a tour for a pre-negotiated price. There are a few must-see sites on Antigua island that most tour operators will include on your trip. The Antigua island capital of St. John's, with its baroque cathedral and lively markets, is a natural starting point on any tour of Antigua island. From there, many tours head southeast to the historical hub of Antigua island, English Harbor. Centered around the Nelson's Dockyard National Park, this culture-rich area was once the headquarters of Britain's Leeward Island navy. A large fleet, along with famous admirals like Horatio Nelson, made its home in this part of Antigua island for several decades. The most popular National Park in Antigua island includes natural trails - don't miss climbing Shirley Heights - Dow's Hill Interpretation Center, Admiral House, and Clarence House, the late 18th century Antigua island residence of Prince William Henry (later King William IV of England). Another Antigua island National Park, of the more stereotypical forested variety, is located on the northeast point of Anguilla. Indian Town offers visitors a natural bridge, spouting blowholes, numerous bird and plant species, and scenic hiking trails. If you're interested in visiting Antigua island we recommend that you search our luxury Antigua island villas. Click here to view a selection of the best villa rentals in Antigua. Antigua General Island Info Antigua Island History Antigua Airport Information Antigua Restaurants Antigua Water Sports Antigua Golf Antigua Activities Antigua Weddings Antigua Island Tours Antigua Transportation Antigua Security and Health Antigua Shopping Antigua Telecommunications Antigua Travel Antigua Map Antigua Weather |
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