Discover the oldest rum distillery on the island, historical monuments and more landmark attractions within St Kitts.
Old Road Rum
Rum isn’t just a drink in St Kitts – it’s the story of the island. Reminiscent of a time when sugarcane dominated the nation, the tradition of rum making is a staple in St Kitts’ culture. The oldest surviving distillery, Old Road Rum, offers visitors a chance to make their own personalised bottle whilst learning about the spirit’s long history.
Independence Square
Located in the capital of Basseterre, Independence Square commemorates the 1983 independence of St Kitts and stands today as a popular venue for many cultural events.
The perfect place to lime with the locals and admire the 18th century Georgian buildings and ornate central fountain, the grassy and tree-adorned centre has a deep history to discover.
Mount Liamuiga
Standing tall as St Kitts’ highest mountain, Mount Liamuiga is hard to miss, even with its peak hidden by a blanket of hazy clouds. This dormant volcano is the perfect adventure for intrepid hikers looking for unprecedented views of the island. The climb through rainforests up to the volcanic crater takes approximately six hours to complete, so make sure to adequately prepare yourself for this high-intensity venture.
Cockleshell Beach
Widely acknowledged as the best beach on St. Kitts, Cockleshell is just a stone’s throw from the neighbouring island of Nevis, which you can reach with a seven-minute water taxi ride across the Narrows. This scenic white-sand crescent boasts the iconic Reggae Beach Bar, plenty of dining choices and a host of activities for water sports lovers.
Romney Manor
This historic site is the former residence of the owners of the Wingfield Estate sugar plantation and is now the home of the Caribelle Batik craft workshop and store. The Manor is renowned for its gardens, where you will find a 350-year-old Saman tree and the old bell tower which was once used to regulate the working day during the manor’s colonial heyday.
Brimstone Fortress
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the largest forts in the Caribbean. Perched dramatically on a mountainous outcrop of the island’s western side, Brimstone takes its name from the dark volcanic rock used in its construction and was once known as the ‘Gibraltar of the West Indies’. It is worth scaling the heights of the fort’s complex for epic island views.
