Things to do in Anguilla

25 things to do in Anguilla

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• Relax on Shoal Bay East

  Soak up the sun on the powdery white sand and swim in the impossibly clear, turquoise water of this world-famous beach, often ranked among the best in the Caribbean.

  Shoal Bay

• Watch sunset from Elvis' Beach Bar

  Unwind with a rum punch in hand as the sun dips into the sea at this legendary beach bar, accompanied by live music and a barefoot, friendly crowd.

  Sandy Ground

• Explore Wallblake House

  Step inside the islands' only surviving plantation great house, built in 1787, and admire the steep-roofed, stone-and-wood architecture while learning about colonial-era life.

  The Valley

• Snorkel the hidden cove of Little Bay

  Descend a steep rope or take a short boat ride to this secluded bay, where you can drift over a lively coral wall and spot sea turtles just offshore.

  Little Bay

• Dine at Blanchards Restaurant on Meads Bay

  Enjoy Caribbean-inspired cuisine with your toes in the sand at this beachfront institution, known for its conch chowder and crayfish, set against a dreamy sunset backdrop.

  Meads Bay

• Visit the Heritage Collection Museum

  Browse a remarkable private collection of Arawak artefacts, colonial documents, and photographs that chronicle Anguilla's compelling history from pre-Columbian times to the 1967 Revolution.

  East End

• Kayak to Prickly Pear Cays

  Paddle across calm waters from Road Bay to these uninhabited cays, where you can snorkel vibrant reefs, spot nesting seabirds, and picnic on a pristine, empty beach.

  Prickly Pear Cays

• Feast on barbecue at Smokeys at Cove Bay

  Tuck into fall-off-the-bone ribs and fresh grilled lobster right on the sand, while live bands play beneath the stars at this lively beach grill.

  Cove Bay

• Stroll through The Valley

  Wander the quiet, streets of Anguilla's tiny capital, lined with pastel-coloured colonial buildings, local boutiques, and the historic Ebenezer Methodist Church.

  The Valley

• Join the Anguilla Summer Festival

  Experience the island's biggest party in August with J'ouvert morning paint splashes, colourful parades, calypso competitions, and the excitement of traditional boat races.

  The Valley

• Hike the Katouche Cave trail

  Descend into a lush limestone forest on a guided nature walk that leads to a natural cave system, home to delicate stalactites and a colony of bats.

  Katouche Bay area

• Spend a day on Sandy Island

  Take a short boat shuttle to this tiny cay off Sandy Ground, where you can snorkel a protected reef, savour grilled lobster at the rustic bar, and lounge on a sliver of white sand.

  Sandy Island

• Chase the green flash at Meads Bay

  Settle onto the soft sand at dusk to witness one of Anguilla's best sunsets and keep a keen eye for the elusive green flash as the sun melts into the horizon.

  Meads Bay

• Dive the MV Meppel wreck

  Explore the sunken Dutch freighter, deliberately sunk as an artificial reef, now encrusted with corals and teeming with schools of snapper, angelfish and barracuda.

  Off Sandy Ground

• Sip a rum punch at Dune Preserve

  Relax in a one-of-a-kind driftwood bar built by reggae legend Bankie Banx, nestled behind the dunes of Rendezvous Bay, with live acoustic sets that embody the island soul.

  Rendezvous Bay

• Horseback ride along Cove Bay

  Canter through the gentle surf on a guided beach ride, passing dramatic limestone cliffs and the wild, windswept eastern shore for an unforgettable perspective.

  Cove Bay

• Explore the Old Salt Factory at Sandy Ground

  Peer into the remnants of the island's 19th-century salt industry at this restored pumphouse, which once refined sea salt for export, and picture Sandy Ground's bustling past.

  Sandy Ground

• Taste authentic Anguillian dishes at Tasty's

  Sample local favourites like slow-cooked goat stew, johnny cakes, and grilled crayfish in a colourful, casual setting that's been a favourite of islanders for decades.

  South Hill

• Snorkel around the old pier at Shoal Bay East

  Just a few metres offshore, the weathered pilings are encrusted with colourful sponges and corals, attracting parrotfish, angelfish, and the occasional hawksbill turtle.

  Shoal Bay East

• Go deep-sea fishing from Sandy Ground

  Head out into the Atlantic aboard a sportfishing charter in search of trophy wahoo, mahi-mahi, and blue marlin, with dramatic views of the island's coastline behind you.

  Sandy Ground

• Discover the petroglyphs at Big Spring Cave

  Venture into this important archaeological site near Island Harbour, where ancient Amerindian carvings and a natural freshwater pool lie hidden inside a limestone cavern.

  Island Harbour area

• Enjoy artisan gelato at West End

  Cool off with a scoop of homemade soursop or mango gelato, crafted from tropical fruits grown on the island, at this tiny gelateria overlooking the sea cliffs.

  West End

• Dance at a full moon party at The Pump House

  Join the monthly beachside bash at this historic pumphouse-turned-bar, with bonfires, DJs, and a crowd dancing barefoot under the moonlight at Sandy Ground.

  Sandy Ground

• Tour the Fountain Cavern

  Follow a guide into this lesser-known cavern near Shoal Bay, a site of Taino spiritual significance, where you can see more ancient carvings and a deep freshwater pool.

  Shoal Bay area

• Indulge in a spa day at Maundays Bay

  Pamper yourself with a beachfront massage and holistic treatment at a luxury resort spa, listening to gentle waves just steps from your open-air cabana.

  Maundays Bay