Starting In The North
Let’s join the boardwalk at its northern end just short of Sand Street.
Our stroll will take us past ocean view restaurants, tropical beaches, historic sites, and to a stunning mural.
A Tempting Beach
The inviting beach stretches out to our right, tempting us with its soft sand and crystal-clear tranquil waters.
For now, we’ll enjoy our boardwalk stroll and perhaps return for a refreshing dip at the end of our walk.
Around The Corner
As we round the first corner, we’re rewarded with a lovely view of the jetty, turquoise waters, and the boardwalk stretching out ahead.
Boardwalk Cafes
Along the boardwalk, several small cafes offer the perfect opportunity to grab a coffee, tea, or a bite to eat while enjoying the ocean breeze and stunning views.
Trees and Shrubs
Hardy shrubs and occasional trees line the boardwalk, providing some welcome shade.
However, much of the boardwalk is unshaded, so be sure to wear a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the Caribbean sun.
Speightstown Esplanade
We arrive at the vibrant Speightstown Esplanade, a colorful public space where locals and visitors gather to enjoy the lively atmosphere and ocean views.
This bustling hub, with a bandstand and lots of benches, often hosts concerts and other cultural events.
Speightstown Jetty
Step out onto the jetty for a panoramic view of the section of the boardwalk we’ve just traversed.
From this vantage point, we can also admire the historic St. Peter Parish Church.
Jetty View
Our view to the right of the jetty looks across the tranquil water towards a lovely white-sand beach where a few beachgoers frolic in the water.
Fisherman's Pub
As we step off the jetty, we rejoin the boardwalk and pause by the Speightstown Fish Market, with Fisherman’s Pub across the way.
This popular oceanfront restaurant is renowned for its delicious local cuisine, featuring fresh fish, macaroni pie, stews, breadfruit, coleslaw, and more. A definite must-do when you visit Speightstown.
Into The Town
Leaving the boardwalk behind, we cross the small bridge and enter the heart of Speightstown.
This charming town blends historic architecture with modern buildings, while small street vendors and family-run businesses coexist with larger stores.
Historic Buildings
As we wander through the town, we pass several historic buildings, including a beautifully restored 17th century sugar bond.
In its heyday, Speightstown was one of the largest towns on the island, and was second in importance only to the capital Bridgetown.
Join a tour of Speightstown to discover its fascinating history.
Arlington House Museum
Arlington House Museum is another wonderful historical site - a beautifully restored 18th century building that now houses an interactive museum highlighting the history of the town and life on the island in the 1700’s and 1800’s.
Speightstown Mural
Hopping across the street and rejoining the boardwalk let’s stop and admire the “Bridge of Tides” mural which uses realistic imagery of the indigenous inhabitants of Barbados, the magnificent Harrison’s Cave, and other meaningful island symbols such as the Bearded Fig Tree (from which Barbados gets its name), the Green Monkey, fishing boats, and our National Heroes.
Beach View
Opposite the mural a panoramic view of the beach and ocean unfolds.
Several bars line the beach, inviting visitors for a refreshing drink, sunset cocktails, or a beach day complete with loungers and beach umbrellas. Find Happy Hour spots in Speightstown.
Reclaimed By Nature
Our boardwalk stroll concludes with a look northwards.
This area was the site of Denmark Fort, one of the many forts that protected the island from invasion in the 1700’s and 1800’s. Sadly this fort has now been lost to the sea.
It’s part of the ever-changing story of Speightstown.
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