Things to do & places to visit in Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago

The smaller half of Trinidad and Tobago, the 116-square mile island is a top eco-tourism destination. Its rainforest has been protected since 1776. Kayak through mangrove swamps, mountain bike testing trails in the island's northeast, drift dive with manta rays and sharks, hike the Rainforest Reserve or take in the distinctive Tobago pursuits of goat and crab racing. Cars, taxis and "maxi taxi" minibuses make it easy to get around the island. Carnival sees this exuberant island at its most extroverted.

Tobago #1 destination in Trinidad and Tobago 2023. The average rating score is 4.49 based on 7.012 traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: America/Port_of_Spain, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 10:30.

Top things to do (19)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Being with Horses (490 reviews)
- Memorable Birthday Surprise with horses!
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Horseback Riding Tours

Being-with-horses & Healing with HORSES Let us give you some INFO: We currently offer our trail-swim combination. This special 2 hour experience is a joyful one for both horses and riders, including first timers who have never spent time with horses. Excellent guidance and instruction makes it possible for all riders to be at ease. After introducing the horses to our guests (at which point each rider chooses his/her 'team partner' horse), we take everyone through Buccoo Village, past the goat race track and through the wetland mangroves to the beach FOR A LONG BEACH RIDE to the END of Buccoo BAY where we then swim with the horses along the shore . Everybody needs to make their booking in advance due to limited space. ---->we go out 5 days a week ---> once a day. EITHER 9am - 11am or 3pm - 5pm Let us know when you like to go out - we will check availability ...!!! Thanks!!! HEART HUGS FROM the herd in BUCCOO Tobago Veronika & Lennon Have a JOYFUL day! See more..
5.0 Corbin Local Wildlife (175 reviews)
- Well Worth It
Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Surrounded by gentle hills and valleys overlooking the sea at Hope Bay, and situated in 20 acres of beautiful forest, Corbin Local Wildlife is a hidden gem. Plentiful fruit trees and flowers attract all kinds of native wildlife - plantain, sugarcane, mango trees and wild heliconia are abundant, to name but a few. Wild caiman sunbathe on the banks of the park's lily ponds, sally painters dash along the many trails and agoutis hop through the bushes. The park is a treasure-trove for birdwatchers - attracting hummingbirds, manakins, herons, mot-mots and jacamars. In addition to the wild animals, the park houses many rescued and threatened species. It provides a protected area, with diverse habitats, essential for the preservation of Tobago's native creatures. This safe environment, away from hunters, allows animals to breed and babies to be released into the forest when they are ready - protecting the natural wildlife which is under threat on the island. Come and explore the forest trails and learn about Tobago's wildlife. Call Roy Corbin to arrange a visit 00 1 (868) 327-4182. APPOINTMENTS ARE ESSENTIAL. If you don't ring to let us know you are coming there might be no-one there to show you around. See more..
5.0 Eden's Door (31 reviews)
- A special afternoon - for us AND the kids
Friday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Biking Trails • Hiking Trails • Jogging Paths & Tracks

The only Farm & Fitness Trail nestled in an urban rainforest® is located in exquisite Tobago. We host outdoor events and boast the most exciting fitness trail in Tobago See more..
5.0 Tobago Main Ridge Forest Reserve (26 reviews)
- Visited with tour guide, Newton George and it was worth every penny!!
Nature & Wildlife Areas

This mountainous rainforest covers the length of the island and is home to an incredible amount of biological diversity. See more..
5.0 Shurland Nature Park (20 reviews)
- Hummingbird's Haven
Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

This was a mind blowing experience for me and my 19 year old daughter. Being able to interact with the hummingbirds was the highlight of our trip. It was a culinary delight as well to taste Ms. Shurland's sweet hand cooking, with her dasheen, soursop & guava ice creams for desert, not to mention her healthy juice made of rough skin lemon, ginger and turmeric. Call in advance if you want to reserve meals and go earlier in the day if you wish to take a trek into the rainforest. Thank you Ms. Shurland for your excellent customer service, warm and genuine personality. I will certainly recommend this humble, quaint location to anyone. See more..
5.0 Eden's Door (31 reviews)
- A special afternoon - for us AND the kids
Friday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Biking Trails • Hiking Trails • Jogging Paths & Tracks

The only Farm & Fitness Trail nestled in an urban rainforest® is located in exquisite Tobago. We host outdoor events and boast the most exciting fitness trail in Tobago See more..
5.0 Tobago Main Ridge Forest Reserve (26 reviews)
- Visited with tour guide, Newton George and it was worth every penny!!
Nature & Wildlife Areas

This mountainous rainforest covers the length of the island and is home to an incredible amount of biological diversity. See more..
4.5 Pigeon Point Beach (1.275 reviews)
- Pigeon Point Did Not Disappoint
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Beaches

Tobago's most popular beach. Located in the south west of the island. It is easily accessible from the airport and many hotels. A host of activities makes it easy to spend an entire day at the facility and still have all your needs met. A variety of restaurants, bars, water sports and shopping awaits you. Or just relax at the beach which is patrolled by life guards. Pigeon Point Heritage Park features an iconic thatch roof jetty that is reminiscent of an unspoilt Caribbean and relaxed way of life. Lose yourself in the beauty of the park and then find yourself in the serenity of your surroundings. A must do while you are in Tobago. See more..
4.5 Nylon Pool (856 reviews)
- Must do in Tobago !!
Beaches

The island's livliest beach. See more..
4.5 Argyle Waterfall (710 reviews)
- Lovely waterfall!
Waterfalls

A taxi driver, Mr. Mervyn McKnight took us to the falls. If you need a good taxi driver when you visit Tobago I would strongly recommend him. The gentleman was quite friendly, knowledgeable about Tobago’s history and very helpful. This was our third visit to the falls. We paid 50TT dollars entrance fee per person and this included a tour guide. Ask for Lennon Moore when you visit, he is an excellent and experienced tour guide. Rain had fallen that morning so the trail was a bit muddy, he assisted my friend on the trail and even helped her to clean mud off her shoes when we came back. They are also in the process of building a water park on the compound. The Fall is very beautiful and serene and it is worth a visit! See more..
4.5 Fort King George (593 reviews)
- Cool place to walk through
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Battlefields • Lookouts

My husband is into military history, so he always enjoys these types of places. I enjoyed walking through and it was free! There was a vendor set up in one area with souviners and I bought a piece of art. A nice quick stop if you're in the vicinity or enjoy history. See more..
4.5 Englishman's Bay (425 reviews)
- Lovely white sand cove, surrounded by rainforest, with turquoise water.
Beaches

A mysteriously uncrowded beach that is great for swimming and snorkeling. See more..
4.5 Castara Bay (318 reviews)
- Duck's Seaside Cafe & Grill
Beaches

Nicest experience we had in Tobago!! Had local authentic cusine at this charming restaurant on the beach in Castara Bay. Thd husband and wife who own the restaurant made our vacation so special. Duck buys and uses only local and organanically grown vegetables including fresh fish that is brought in daily there at the fish market. His wife has a coffee bar serving smoothies, cappucinos, and other frozen drinks which is a refreshing treat as we soaked up the tropical island beach. Treat yourself to lunch or dinner - listen to the island sounds, sit and watch the sun go down from their patio and enjoy. See more..
4.5 Tobago Forest Reserve (273 reviews)
- Awesome but muddy walk
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Forests

Established in 1763 to combat European deforestation of the island, this was the Western Hemisphere's first forest reserve. See more..
4.5 Adventure Farm and Nature Reserve (232 reviews)
- Hummingbird extravaganza
Nature & Wildlife Areas

The best thing we've seen so far in Tobago arrive pay 60TT$, sit down and watch 10's of hummingbirds less than 2M away. Lots of other birds especially the famous Mot Mot. A brilliant experience. Don't let the entry put you off. See more..
4.5 Little Tobago (132 reviews)
- Interesting island, but I wish we'd seen more birds!
Islands • Nature & Wildlife Areas

A tiny island off the coast of Tyrrel's Bay, also known as Bird of Paradise, that has been transformed into a wildlife reserve popular among birdwatchers. See more..
4.5 Pirate's Bay (130 reviews)
- Best beach ever and normally deserted!!
Beaches

Although one of Tobago's more pristine and less crowded beaches, Pirate's Bay has the rougher waters typical of most northeastern beaches on the island. See more..
4.5 Mount Irvine Beach (107 reviews)
- Beautiful small beach with amenities
Beaches

My family and I stayed at the Mt Irvine Resort. We loved the proximity of the beach to the resort and the amenities provided to guests - change room, bathroom, restaurant and bar and loungers and umbrellas. We had crab and dumplings and shark and bake at the hotel restaurant which were very good. Other food options further down the beach. Beach is not private ( none are in Tobago) but this was never a problem. Very good snorkelling right off the beach. Saw schools of fish and lots of coral. Local vendors on beach for souvenirs, but not pushy. Also other vendors came by with local sweets and goodies! My wife and I bought some art from local artist Dillon Richards right on the beach. See more..
4.5 Tobago Historical Museum (89 reviews)
- Excellent archaeological collection
History Museums

This museum contains many artifacts of the island's history, both from centuries past and from modern times. See more..
4.5 Hummingbird Gallery (57 reviews)
- Dont miss this!
Art Galleries

If you are visiting Tobago, try to find time to visit this very unassuming residential garden owned by Mr George. His hillside garden is full of nectar feeders attracting all the species of hummingbirds in huge numbers, plus other birds besides. Mr George is really knowledgable and also runs rainforest walks. There is an honesty box for a small donation towards bird food. Completely charming! See more..
4.5 Mount Irvine Bay (57 reviews)
- Peaceful beach, good sand and swimming water
Beaches

A crowded southern Tobago beach that is popular with tourists. See more..
4.5 Arnos Vale Reef (36 reviews)
- Sad hotel ruin, but beautiful beach
Reefs

I can see why this was a quite popular resort in its day, because the beach is beautiful, and we watched a fisherman on the rocks, fishing without a pole. I was mesmorized. From the other reviews, I wish we had gone snorkeling here, but we were not prepared. We wandered around the property for a short time, saddened by the demise. See more..
4.5 Genesis Nature Park & Art Gallery (23 reviews)
- Great reserve!
Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries • Nature & Wildlife Areas

"Genesis Nature Park" is a home-based, family-owned and operated Petting Zoo set in a beautiful tropical garden with an in-house Art Gallery. Our focus is conservation and education related to nature and the environment. In existence for over 16 years, we have recently added five Guest Rooms to accommodate vacations and an Events Hall available for weddings, family events and other special occasions. Garden Weddings are a special feature. See more..
4.5 Angel Reef (22 reviews)
- My first time snorkeling--and I'm 68!
Reefs

One of the many popular dive sites near Speyside. See more..
4.5 Goat Race Stadium (18 reviews)
- An unusual night out
Spent 2-3 hours Arenas & Stadiums

A stadium just for goat racing...surely not! But yes, racing with shoeless jockeys running alongside sporting silks. A great night with the locals See more..
4.5 Stonehaven Bay (17 reviews)
- Quiet Area
Beaches

Wide, unspoiled beach is surrounded by many of the island's upscale resorts. See more..
4.5 Pigeon Point Beach (1.275 reviews)
- Pigeon Point Did Not Disappoint
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Beaches

Tobago's most popular beach. Located in the south west of the island. It is easily accessible from the airport and many hotels. A host of activities makes it easy to spend an entire day at the facility and still have all your needs met. A variety of restaurants, bars, water sports and shopping awaits you. Or just relax at the beach which is patrolled by life guards. Pigeon Point Heritage Park features an iconic thatch roof jetty that is reminiscent of an unspoilt Caribbean and relaxed way of life. Lose yourself in the beauty of the park and then find yourself in the serenity of your surroundings. A must do while you are in Tobago. See more..
4.5 Nylon Pool (856 reviews)
- Must do in Tobago !!
Beaches

The island's livliest beach. See more..
4.5 Englishman's Bay (425 reviews)
- Lovely white sand cove, surrounded by rainforest, with turquoise water.
Beaches

A mysteriously uncrowded beach that is great for swimming and snorkeling. See more..
4.5 Castara Bay (318 reviews)
- Duck's Seaside Cafe & Grill
Beaches

Nicest experience we had in Tobago!! Had local authentic cusine at this charming restaurant on the beach in Castara Bay. Thd husband and wife who own the restaurant made our vacation so special. Duck buys and uses only local and organanically grown vegetables including fresh fish that is brought in daily there at the fish market. His wife has a coffee bar serving smoothies, cappucinos, and other frozen drinks which is a refreshing treat as we soaked up the tropical island beach. Treat yourself to lunch or dinner - listen to the island sounds, sit and watch the sun go down from their patio and enjoy. See more..