Things to do & places to visit in Castries Quarter, St. Lucia

Castries Quarter #4 destination in St. Lucia 2023. The average rating score is 4.05 based on 3.295 traveler reviews, of 31 attractions. Timezone: America/St_Lucia, current date and time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 9:33.

Top things to do (20)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 St Lucia Airport Taxi & Tours (229 reviews)
- Professional, Polite, Affordable. A good driver & a mine of local information
Taxis & Shuttles

St Lucia Airport Taxi and Tours has been Transporting Passengers to their destinations since 2007, and with over 7 years in the Travel and Hospitality Industry, customer service is what we believe in. We are dedicated to make your stay in our beautiful island as pleasant as possible. Our primary goal is to meet and exceed our client's needs. We are a reliable Transportation and Tour company. We provide airport Luxury car service, private transfer and shared transfer services, private tours which include Full Day Tours and Half Day Tours and our daily routes are between Resorts and (UVF) International airport & (SLU) G F L Charles Airport. However with advance reservations, we can accommodate to and from all destinations on St. Lucia See more..
5.0 Diamonds International St. Lucia (149 reviews)
- Sceptical about buying expensive jewellery abroad
Sunday: Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Diamonds International was established over thirty years ago. What began as one store in St. Thomas has now blossomed into more than 100 locations. Diamonds International is one of the largest jewelry retailers in the world with premium brands like Crown of Light and Safi Kilima Tanzanite. We have more locations in the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and Alaska than any other fine jeweler, with the company's headquarters located in New York City. Throughout our history, we have distinguished ourselves by providing a comfortable shopping atmosphere and outstanding customer service. Millions of customers confide in us to provide jewelry, timepieces, and loose gemstones at an unsurpassed value. 5 million happy customers and counting! See more..
5.0 St.lucia Reliable Taxi & Tours (13 reviews)
- Top Notch
Taxis & Shuttles

Alwin was awesome. Communication was great and very reliable. Would trust again for transportation and recommend him to anyone. See more..
5.0 Antillia Brewing Company (9 reviews)
- Great beer, great location
Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Breweries

Sought this place out based on trip advisor recommendation and were not disappointed. Great service and even better beer. Just a pity is a bit of a walk from the centre of town if your not on a cruise but 100% worth it See more..
5.0 Rat Islet (4 reviews)
- Overnight camping trip
Spent More than 3 hours Islands

Excellent overnight camping visit with Chino. He set up the shelter and cooked dinner over a campfire. No mosquitos as there is a breeze the whole night. He will take you there on his boat. Your can find on on IG. @420floating See more..
5.0 Walcott Place (2 reviews)
- An oasis of peace, remembrance and contemplation
Historic Sites
Derek Walcott Square, Castries. Before entering the square/park one must stand in awe at the huge saman tree – I was told its over 300 years old - with its huge and spreading overhanging branches at the entrance. As you enter under the great arch bearing the Walcott name a narrow path leads you through beautifully landscaped gardens with colorful flower beds. There is a small fountain and a bandstand. This site is an oasis of peace, contemplation and remembrance despite being in central Castries. Have a look at the busts of St. Lucians, Derek Walcott Nobel prize poet winner for literature 1992 and Sir Arthur Lewis also a Nobel prize winner in economics 1979. The park was renamed three times before settling on its present name. There’s also a monument to locals who lost their lives in the war. Do cross the street and engage with the local sidewalk vendor of jewelry made from copperwire. Very beautifully crafted. See more..
5.0 St Lucia Airport Taxi & Tours (229 reviews)
- Professional, Polite, Affordable. A good driver & a mine of local information
Taxis & Shuttles

St Lucia Airport Taxi and Tours has been Transporting Passengers to their destinations since 2007, and with over 7 years in the Travel and Hospitality Industry, customer service is what we believe in. We are dedicated to make your stay in our beautiful island as pleasant as possible. Our primary goal is to meet and exceed our client's needs. We are a reliable Transportation and Tour company. We provide airport Luxury car service, private transfer and shared transfer services, private tours which include Full Day Tours and Half Day Tours and our daily routes are between Resorts and (UVF) International airport & (SLU) G F L Charles Airport. However with advance reservations, we can accommodate to and from all destinations on St. Lucia See more..
5.0 Diamonds International St. Lucia (149 reviews)
- Sceptical about buying expensive jewellery abroad
Sunday: Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Diamonds International was established over thirty years ago. What began as one store in St. Thomas has now blossomed into more than 100 locations. Diamonds International is one of the largest jewelry retailers in the world with premium brands like Crown of Light and Safi Kilima Tanzanite. We have more locations in the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and Alaska than any other fine jeweler, with the company's headquarters located in New York City. Throughout our history, we have distinguished ourselves by providing a comfortable shopping atmosphere and outstanding customer service. Millions of customers confide in us to provide jewelry, timepieces, and loose gemstones at an unsurpassed value. 5 million happy customers and counting! See more..
5.0 Antillia Brewing Company (9 reviews)
- Great beer, great location
Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Breweries

Sought this place out based on trip advisor recommendation and were not disappointed. Great service and even better beer. Just a pity is a bit of a walk from the centre of town if your not on a cruise but 100% worth it See more..
5.0 Rat Islet (4 reviews)
- Overnight camping trip
Spent More than 3 hours Islands

Excellent overnight camping visit with Chino. He set up the shelter and cooked dinner over a campfire. No mosquitos as there is a breeze the whole night. He will take you there on his boat. Your can find on on IG. @420floating See more..
5.0 Walcott Place (2 reviews)
- An oasis of peace, remembrance and contemplation
Historic Sites
Derek Walcott Square, Castries. Before entering the square/park one must stand in awe at the huge saman tree – I was told its over 300 years old - with its huge and spreading overhanging branches at the entrance. As you enter under the great arch bearing the Walcott name a narrow path leads you through beautifully landscaped gardens with colorful flower beds. There is a small fountain and a bandstand. This site is an oasis of peace, contemplation and remembrance despite being in central Castries. Have a look at the busts of St. Lucians, Derek Walcott Nobel prize poet winner for literature 1992 and Sir Arthur Lewis also a Nobel prize winner in economics 1979. The park was renamed three times before settling on its present name. There’s also a monument to locals who lost their lives in the war. Do cross the street and engage with the local sidewalk vendor of jewelry made from copperwire. Very beautifully crafted. See more..
4.5 Immaculate Conception Church (289 reviews)
- DO enter it
Religious Sites

One of the largest churches in the West Indies has some lovely frescoes. See more..
4.5 Eudovic's Art Studio (94 reviews)
- Back again and a beautiful wedding gift
Art Galleries

See work by the islands first wood sculptor. See more..
4.5 Millet Bird Sanctuary (34 reviews)
- Guided hike through beautiful rainforest
Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

The Bird Sanctuary is in a beautiful area of rainforest, and was worth it for the hike and views. Ken was an excellent tour guide, full of interesting info about local flora, fauna, and island history. I would wholeheartedly recommend a visit! We got the local bus from Castries to Millet for $4.50 EC each, 1 way. The bus stop to Millet is on Monigiraud St, outside a shop called Wet & Cold Express (I mention this as it took a while to find it). Bus goes when its full, and took about 45 min to reach Millet. The Millet Bird Sanctuary is open weekdays, and weekends by appointment. Entry is $25 EC. See more..
4.5 Forest Reserves Hikes (19 reviews)
- Millet Bird Sanctuary trail - one of the best activities in St Lucia
Hiking Trails

Wander the scenic nature trails through the island's rain forests, which are bountiful in plants and wildlife. See more..
4.5 Castries Waterworks Forest Reserve (14 reviews)
- Muddy, fascinating, physical-go even in the rain!
Nature & Wildlife Areas

A great place to go bird-watching. The St. Lucian parrot particularly abounds. See more..
4.5 Holy Trinity Anglican Church (5 reviews)
- It IS open to the public!!
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals

Just to let you know the church IS very much open to the public. They have services at 6am and 8am every sunday with various weekday services as well. We visited last sunday and found the congregation very welcoming! See more..
4.5 Forest Reserves Hikes (19 reviews)
- Millet Bird Sanctuary trail - one of the best activities in St Lucia
Hiking Trails

Wander the scenic nature trails through the island's rain forests, which are bountiful in plants and wildlife. See more..
4.5 Castries Waterworks Forest Reserve (14 reviews)
- Muddy, fascinating, physical-go even in the rain!
Nature & Wildlife Areas

A great place to go bird-watching. The St. Lucian parrot particularly abounds. See more..
4.5 Holy Trinity Anglican Church (5 reviews)
- It IS open to the public!!
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals

Just to let you know the church IS very much open to the public. They have services at 6am and 8am every sunday with various weekday services as well. We visited last sunday and found the congregation very welcoming! See more..
4.0 Rodney Bay (1.120 reviews)
- Very Nice Beach
Sunday: Bodies of Water • Neighborhoods

Antillia Brewing features its finely crafted, award winning ales at their Craft Beer Garden at Pointe Seraphine. See more..
4.0 La Toc Beach (132 reviews)
- Truly Outstanding experience
Spent More than 3 hours Beaches

We were so impressed with everyone at the Sandals-La Toc during our stay this past few days. A TRULY OUTSTANDING experience! My husband and I felt as if everyone was our friend. From the staff member we crossed in passing to their managers and everyone we made direct contact with. Truly amazing people. I definitely recommend Sandals La Toc if you are looking for an outstanding vacation where you are treated as royalty! Thank you Tricia, Elsa, Duania, Lisa, Hyacinth, Julius, Macrina and the entire staff!!!!! Maria & Juan Celaya From Texas See more..
4.0 Morne Fortune (113 reviews)
- St Marks
Mountains

Visitors to Morne Fortune, which means "Hill of Good Luck," will find 18th-century Fort Charlotte located here along with sweeping views of Castries and surrounding area. See more..
4.0 Malabar Beach (58 reviews)
- Lovely Beach On The Edge Of Castries..
Beaches

A two-mile crescent-shaped beach where the well-known Rendezvous resort-hotel is located. See more..
4.0 Central Library (30 reviews)
- Great St. Lucian and West Indian collection, free wi-fi, air conditioning and photocopier!
Sunday: Libraries

Grab a beach book at Castries main library. See more..
4.0 Inniskilling Monument (27 reviews)
- What a view and what a memory
Monuments & Statues

As is so often the case, the English were assisted by the Irish in this battle. The setting is particularly beautiful for this memorial. See more..
4.0 La Toc Battery Fort (24 reviews)
- Well worthwhile if you have an interest in st lucia's history and the battles between the French and English
Military Museums

The only Military fort open to the Public in St Lucia. Viewings by appointment only. See more..
4.0 WWII Memorial (5 reviews)
- A CHANCE TO REFLECT
Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues

War memorial located in the oasis of calm that is Derek Walcott Square in the centre of Castries. Poignant memorial to fallen heroes. My wife and I spent a short while reflecting when we had a short stop off in the area. See more..
4.0 Monument of Jean Baptiste Bideau (3 reviews)
- Commemorating historical St Lucian
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues

Thursday 16th May and we were out exploring and sightseeing in Castries and we visited the small Bideau Park where this monument is located. The Park is situated with 3 street surrounding it, Jeremie Street, Laborie Street Peynier Street. It commemorates a St Lucian sea captain who campaigned for freedom and liberty. Bideau Park is also named in his honour. The red stone monument/bust of Jean Baptiste Bideau, depicted wearing a military jacket, is positioned on top of a tall square base, where there is a plaque with the inscription: - "Jean Baptiste Bideau 1770 - 1817, born at Desruisseaux, Saint Lucia A sea Captain who dedicated his life to freedom and heroically saved the life of Simón Bolívar." In 1796, under the command of the Colonial Governor, he was involved in the emancipation of Guadeloupes slaves In 1811, under the leadership of Simón Bolívar he took part in the Venezuelan war of independence. Another memorable date was the 14th July 1816, it was on this date that he saved Bolivar from drowning. Jean Bideau died in Venezuela on April 1817 aged 47. A monument of the man whose life he saved, Simon Bolivar, stands close by, in Bideau Park. See more..
4.0 Monument of Simon Bolivar (2 reviews)
- Commemorating historical Venezuelan Freedom Fighter
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues

Thursday 16th May and we were out exploring and sightseeing in Castries and we visited the small Bideau Park where this monument is located. The Park is situated with 3 street surrounding it, Jeremie Street, Laborie Street Peynier Street. It commemorates a Venezuelan freedom fighter who fought for freedom and liberty, which earned him the name of El Libertador (The Liberator). The red stone monument/bust of Simón Bolívar, is depicted wearing a military jacket, it is positioned on top of a tall square base, where there is a plaque with the inscription: - "Simon Bolivar , 1783-1830, Liberator of Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Panama and founder of Bolivia To Saint Lucia on occassion of the bicentennial of his birth, from the people and government of Venezuela.1983". On the 24th July 1783 Simón Bolívar was born in Caracas, Venezuela. During his life Bolívar was instrumental in achieving independence for Venezuela and other countries, as listed in the inscription. He died of on December 17, 1830 at age 47. On the 14th July 1816, Jean Bideau, who the Park is named after, saved Bolivar from drowning. There is a monument to commemorate Bideau beside this monument in the Park. See more..