Things to do & places to visit in Arrondissement of Le Marin, Martinique

Arrondissement of Le Marin #1 destination in Martinique 2023. The average rating score is 4.42 based on 16.9k traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: America/Martinique, current date and time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 4:31.

Top things to do (19)

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5.0 An Mao The Legacy of Ancestors (199 reviews)
- Great Human experience and story about La Martinique by Pierre-Yves
Sunday: 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites

An mao the inheritance of the ancestors is a park situated right in the heart of the space in which lived runaways slaves then the former after the abolition of slavery. Through its gardens, and its attractions, it highlights their ancestral knowledges. Reveal the leading role that played certain trees, plants, legends and faiths in the sociocultural development of martinique. We work only by appointment ! See more..
5.0 Le Jardin De La Montagne (69 reviews)
- One of the most beautiful places on Martinique
Gardens

Le Jardin de la Montagne chez Babo (Mountain garden by Babo) is one of the most beautiful places in Martinique. It's hidden in the beautiful mountains in height about 400 m above the sea. When you have a small car as we had, be careful, the road will be a bit difficult for you. We stopped under the Coq road and made a short walk to the garden. Nature around is simply amazing! True paradise. Monsieur Babo is very passionate about his flowers and fruits. He or his co-workers will give you a guided tour around. It's in French but we could understand some names and usages of the plants. They have many plants that we have seen before but also many that were new for us and are typical for this part of the world. You just have to visit this beautiful place, just amazing! (Fee is 5 eur.) See more..
4.5 Habitation Clement (3.264 reviews) from $14.99
- Lovely Trip !
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites

From the name of the famous family who settled there for nearly a hundred years from 1887, the Habitation Clément is a vast agricultural area of 160 hectares, nestled in the town of Le François, in the South-East of Martinique. Dominated by a Creole house dating back to the 18th century, this site, listed as a historical monument in 1996, is home to a major heritage site, a well-known contemporary art centre and a renowned rum house in the heart of sugar cane plantations. See more..
4.5 Plage des Salines (2.535 reviews)
- The most beautiful beach in Martinique
Spent 2-3 hours Beaches

One of the most popular beaches on the island, best known for its soft white sands and calm, sheltered waters. See more..
4.5 La Savane des Esclaves (2.414 reviews)
- Museum of Martinique History
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums

400 ans d'histoire de la Martinique dans des jardins magnifiques: site prive cree par Gilbert Larose, un martiniquais passionne d'histoire, vous decouvrirez le mode de vie des Amerindiens avant l'arrivee des Europeens, la periode de l'esclavage tres approfondie sans tabou, et le mode de vie apres l'abolition dans les campagnes jusque dans les annees 1960, dans des jardins magnifiques et tres bien entretenus. prevoir 1h30 de visite avec la "crise covid" les visites ne sont plus guidees mais remplacees par une video du createur qui reprend l'essentiel de la visite guidee et ensuite visite en autonomie avec plan et panneaux explicatifs. masque obligatoire a partir de 11 ans See more..
4.5 Anse Dufour (1.329 reviews)
- Excellent beach with good facilities, good snorkelling
Beaches

Fabulous beach, though it is a bit small. It has really good bathroom and changing facilities, which is such a rarity. One area is good for snorkelling with varieties of fish. Sea turtles hang out here as well and that was really the highlight for us. A crowd of snorkelers was out looking around, and three turtles swam through, down to the bottom to feed, up to the top for air and back down again. One of the three was at least a metre long (shell length). Fabulous day! It tends to fill up quickly, and parking is on the side of the road, so for a successful day, plan on getting there no later than 8:30 in the morning, spend a few hours and head out before it gets too crowded. See more..
4.5 La Baignoire de Josephine (1.006 reviews)
- Amazing
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water

Blue blue turquoise blue sea!! if you like kayaking, rent a kayak and go there, or you can go via a boat. Either way its stunning. See more..
4.5 Fonds Blancs (664 reviews)
- Unmissable experience
Reefs

Coral barrier where visitors can swim, snorkel and enjoy the exceptional fauna. See more..
4.5 Anse Noire (583 reviews)
- Perfect family, low key beach
Beaches

I wasn’t sure because of some recent mixed reviews, but ended up loving Anse Noir. You need to get there early because parking is TIGHT but we managed to get a space around 10:30am midweek in February. I was glad we went in the morning when I saw the crazy afternoon traffic on the way down the hill that afternoon. Yes there are lots of stairs but when you get down you’ll find a lovely shady, black sand expanse with very gentle swells for the kids. We spent longer than expected and had a lot of fun before walking down the hill for a drink at one of the beachside restaurants at Anse Dufour. See more..
4.5 La Pointe Marin (531 reviews)
- Beautiful long beach
Beaches

This was our home beach as we were renting a house within walking distance. The water was always calm, no big waves. Locals come here in the late afternoon with their children just before the sunset. Lots of places to stay in the shade. We loved it! See more..
4.5 Diamond Rock & Vista Point (491 reviews)
- Stunning Massive Rock Jutting Out of the Sea
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Geologic Formations

A giant seaside rock once used by the British as an armed fort, now a diving site for the more adventurous scuba diver. See more..
4.5 Anse Figuier (377 reviews)
- Piece of heaven
Beaches

This beach is easily accessible by the N5 road and clearly indicated. It is located near by the Ecomusée de la Martinique. It is in a small creek and a lot of people from the area enjoy going there. A lot of work have been made in the last years to clear the rocks and clean this beach. The water is not deep and clear as crystal. There is free parking, bathrooms and outdoor showers. The salty water helps to float and to relax. The view to St. Lucia and of the Diamond Rock is incredible. The beach feel safe and made us forget everything else. See more..
4.5 Anse Michel (279 reviews)
- LOVELY
Beaches

One of our best days! Clear water some wind surfing activities. Just amazing! Best beach in the north of Martinique for sure! See more..
4.5 Savane Des Petrifications (206 reviews)
- Wild side
Nature & Wildlife Areas

We really enjoyed our walk along this coast, being on the Atlantic Ocean, it was rugged and wild. As suggested in many other reviews, water, sunscreen and a sun hat are recommended because of lack of shelter. To get to the starting point you need to drive left along the road behind Salines beach, veer left at the end, there is an information board here, then proceed along this road (cautiously, because of the state of the road) to the car park area at the end. Then on foot, you walk past a camping area, over a bridge and stepping stone area, from here follow the posts, they are numbered. See more..
4.5 Morne Larcher (135 reviews)
- Tough climb
Volcanos

Difficult trail in the south vest part of Martinique. Near town of Le Diamant. Took 1.5 hrs to climb the mountain on the Diamant site. It had rained so it was quite muddy and slippery. On a dry day I would think it would take about 1 h to the top. If you climb from the other side you can do it a bit faster. See more..
4.5 Petit Anse (131 reviews)
- Great snorkeling, great beach
Beaches

The beach is great, but a bit crowded. We did find shade though and had a wonderful day floating and swimming. Great for snorkeling - bring your own snorkel mask etc, there is no where to rent them. A very short swim from the beach (50-75 yards?) There are some rocks that are like swimming in an aquarium. We did the beach the first day without snorkeling gear and still had a great day, 3 kids and 3 adults happy. We parked just out of town in the free dirt lot. A quick walk to the St. Henry Church and beach. See more..
4.5 Le Musée de la Mer (118 reviews)
- Must visit!
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Science Museums

Situé au sein du célèbre village de la poterie aux Trois-ilets, le Musée de la mer vous plonge dans une magnifique exposition de plus 4000 pièces du monde entier, vous y découvrirez une multitude d'espèces de coquillages des Antilles et du reste du monde, des requins et poissons naturalisés, mâchoires, crustacés, oursins, étoiles de mers, et autres curiosités de la mer. Venez également percer les secrets de certaines espèces phares de la culture patrimoniale et culinaire de la Martinique, que sont les lambis, langoustes, oursins blancs et autres crabes, à travers des petites vidéos et textes… Sans oublier sa boutique souvenir qui regorge d'idées cadeaux, coquillages, étoiles de mer, bijoux de nacres, dents de requin, macramés et autres objets décoratifs! See more..
4.5 Anse Mabouya (104 reviews)
- Little hidden gem
Beaches

Nice, clean beach a bit off the beaten path. Easily accessible by car or foot but yet secluded and not crowded. See more..
4.5 Ranch Anse Macabou (95 reviews)
- Exactly what we hoped for
Ranches

My teen’s one wish was a horse ride on the beach. Ranche Macabou delivered. We had trouble with a language barrier to book it (I eventually had to have the hotel owner from hotel Corail residence book it for me as I didn’t receive a return contact to my English inquiries. We visited during high season so she did this 6 days in advance for me. Be prepared for a challenge finding it (down a bumpy back road and a hard to see sign on your right) but once you are there be prepared for some amazing scenery on some well cared for and gentle horses. Even with our language barrier they took the time to ensure we communicated our riding experience as best we could and were matched to the proper animal. I have read reviews here that the owner was rude. I did not find him so. He was reserved, but highly professional, at least with us. Definitely worth the trip if you are looking to ride a horse in Martinique. Very well priced too. Just $40 euro per person for two full hours on the trail, tho set aside 3.5 for the full tacking and untacking and to enjoy a grenadine punch with the owner afterwards. See more..
4.5 Piton de Crêve Cœur (93 reviews)
- Amazing views!!!
Spent 1-2 hours Mountains • Volcanos

Another great climb to do in Martinique! This e is a good training ground if you want to climb Mont Pelée! Whilst climbing this one we saw I few people doing it twice or even 3 times! They were training to go up Mont Pelée! This will take roughly 2:30 min to do! Including a 30min break at the top to look at the view! You will find a huge compass at the top with drawing of the whole island! At the top you will find a crossroad to go either left or right! If you want to go straight to the top take the left if you want to have a look at the other view point take the right it's only an extra 4min! This was an amazing climb you will have 3 great view point of the island!!! To all climbers and walkers, be safe!!! Take at least 1 litre of water per person! See more..
4.5 Galerie de Sophen (79 reviews)
- What a beautiful little art gallery!
Sunday: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM, 3:30 PM - 7:00 PM Art Galleries

Editions and watercolors from Martinique, West Indies.Painters and travellers with a passion !SOPHEN sounds and looks like a Breton name, but it isn’t a breton name !SOPHEN stands for Sophie and Henry, the painters’ first names.In 1993 they opened the SOPHEN gallery in La Pointe du Bout, West Indies. See more..
4.5 Aux Couleurs Locales (42 reviews)
- Great Stop After The Beach!
Art Galleries

the establishment (in local colors) has moved and has been transferred to 4 rue des Arawak in diamond (village) opposite the cemetery… Free entry with always fruit juices to be consumed on site See more..
4.5 Petit Anse (131 reviews)
- Great snorkeling, great beach
Beaches

The beach is great, but a bit crowded. We did find shade though and had a wonderful day floating and swimming. Great for snorkeling - bring your own snorkel mask etc, there is no where to rent them. A very short swim from the beach (50-75 yards?) There are some rocks that are like swimming in an aquarium. We did the beach the first day without snorkeling gear and still had a great day, 3 kids and 3 adults happy. We parked just out of town in the free dirt lot. A quick walk to the St. Henry Church and beach. See more..
4.5 Le Musée de la Mer (118 reviews)
- Must visit!
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Science Museums

Situé au sein du célèbre village de la poterie aux Trois-ilets, le Musée de la mer vous plonge dans une magnifique exposition de plus 4000 pièces du monde entier, vous y découvrirez une multitude d'espèces de coquillages des Antilles et du reste du monde, des requins et poissons naturalisés, mâchoires, crustacés, oursins, étoiles de mers, et autres curiosités de la mer. Venez également percer les secrets de certaines espèces phares de la culture patrimoniale et culinaire de la Martinique, que sont les lambis, langoustes, oursins blancs et autres crabes, à travers des petites vidéos et textes… Sans oublier sa boutique souvenir qui regorge d'idées cadeaux, coquillages, étoiles de mer, bijoux de nacres, dents de requin, macramés et autres objets décoratifs! See more..
4.5 Anse Mabouya (104 reviews)
- Little hidden gem
Beaches

Nice, clean beach a bit off the beaten path. Easily accessible by car or foot but yet secluded and not crowded. See more..
4.5 Ranch Anse Macabou (95 reviews)
- Exactly what we hoped for
Ranches

My teen’s one wish was a horse ride on the beach. Ranche Macabou delivered. We had trouble with a language barrier to book it (I eventually had to have the hotel owner from hotel Corail residence book it for me as I didn’t receive a return contact to my English inquiries. We visited during high season so she did this 6 days in advance for me. Be prepared for a challenge finding it (down a bumpy back road and a hard to see sign on your right) but once you are there be prepared for some amazing scenery on some well cared for and gentle horses. Even with our language barrier they took the time to ensure we communicated our riding experience as best we could and were matched to the proper animal. I have read reviews here that the owner was rude. I did not find him so. He was reserved, but highly professional, at least with us. Definitely worth the trip if you are looking to ride a horse in Martinique. Very well priced too. Just $40 euro per person for two full hours on the trail, tho set aside 3.5 for the full tacking and untacking and to enjoy a grenadine punch with the owner afterwards. See more..
4.5 Piton de Crêve Cœur (93 reviews)
- Amazing views!!!
Spent 1-2 hours Mountains • Volcanos

Another great climb to do in Martinique! This e is a good training ground if you want to climb Mont Pelée! Whilst climbing this one we saw I few people doing it twice or even 3 times! They were training to go up Mont Pelée! This will take roughly 2:30 min to do! Including a 30min break at the top to look at the view! You will find a huge compass at the top with drawing of the whole island! At the top you will find a crossroad to go either left or right! If you want to go straight to the top take the left if you want to have a look at the other view point take the right it's only an extra 4min! This was an amazing climb you will have 3 great view point of the island!!! To all climbers and walkers, be safe!!! Take at least 1 litre of water per person! See more..
4.5 Galerie de Sophen (79 reviews)
- What a beautiful little art gallery!
Sunday: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM, 3:30 PM - 7:00 PM Art Galleries

Editions and watercolors from Martinique, West Indies.Painters and travellers with a passion !SOPHEN sounds and looks like a Breton name, but it isn’t a breton name !SOPHEN stands for Sophie and Henry, the painters’ first names.In 1993 they opened the SOPHEN gallery in La Pointe du Bout, West Indies. See more..
4.5 Aux Couleurs Locales (42 reviews)
- Great Stop After The Beach!
Art Galleries

the establishment (in local colors) has moved and has been transferred to 4 rue des Arawak in diamond (village) opposite the cemetery… Free entry with always fruit juices to be consumed on site See more..
4.0 Memorial de l'Anse Caffard (678 reviews)
- A stark reminder of slavery
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues

You don't realise the impact until you really get to the memorial and see the pictures of the ship on how they were transported and it then hits you hard. The white symbolizes mourning in the Caribbean. The triangular shape is the triangular trade between Europe, Africa and the Americas, orientation heading 110° East, the Gulf of Guinea where the boat would likely come. 300 slaves drowned and only 6 survived and they are living in Martinique to tell the stories of the attrocities. The diamond rock & vista point is only 5 mins drive up the road. You can actually see the diamond rock from this place. See more..