8 best beaches to visit in Barbados

Pebbles Beach
Pebbles Beach

Sandy beach

Pebbles Beach is Barbados' most famous and longest beach. Although it is heavily visited, it attracts plenty of space, natural shade from the trees and great swimming with a gentle entry into the sea. In addition, it is also famous for the 6 shipwrecks that lie on the bottom relatively close to shore and are accessible for divers and snorkeling. The great accessibility of the beach just completes the list of positives. [btn "Search for…

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Bottom Bay Beach
Bottom Bay Beach

Sandy beach, Coast

The east coast of the island could not be more different from the west and south. Big waves attract bodysurfing and small beaches drowned under rocky cliffs create beautiful photogenic scenery. Low visitor numbers and plenty of privacy are a bonus. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-bottom-bay] Perhaps the nicest beach in this part of Babrados is Bottom Bay…

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The Soup Bowl Beach
The Soup Bowl

Sandy beach, Coast

The wild and breathtaking beach at Bathsheba on the east coast of the island will delight you with photogenic views and a dramatic coastline so different from the west and south of Barbados. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-soup-bowl] The beach is popular with surfers thanks to the high waves from the Atlantic. Those who aren't into water sports will enjoy…

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Oistins
Oistins

Sandy beach, City

The lively town of Oistins is a great alternative to the tourist beaches around Bridgetown. Oistins lives at its own pace, the streets are much more crowded with locals, but tourists head here for the beautiful beaches and weekend nightlife. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-oistins] Oistins will also offer full tourist facilities with KFC restaurants, a large…

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Folkestone Marine Park
Folkestone Marine Park

Sandy beach, National Park

The coastline on the northern edge of Holetown is one of the most beautiful beaches and especially snorkelling destinations in Barbados. Folkestone Marine Park (sometimes referred to as Folkestone Marine Reserve) is a "must-see" place for all lovers of the sea and the underwater world. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-folkestone] The breathtaking experiences…

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Speightstown
Speightstown

Tourist town, Sandy beach

The largest city in northern Barbados, Speightstown acts as a major tourist and administrative centre for this part of the island. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-speightstown] Yet Speightstown has a sleepy, laid-back feel to it - it's considerably less crowded than the densely populated belt to the south around Bridgetown. Beaches in Speightstown The…

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Richard Haynes Boardwalk
The Richard Haynes Boardwalk

Sandy beach, Promenade

Barbados' south coast suburb of Bridgetown boasts a beautiful walking promenade along small sandy beaches and is one of the most popular tourist spots on the entire island. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-haynes-boardwalk] Named after former Prime Minister Richard Haynes, the pedestrianised wooden promenade runs for over 1.5 miles and is lined with a large…

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Dover Beach
Maxwell Beach

Sandy beach

The Maxwell district in southern Bridgetown is considered the most luxurious beach destination in southern Barbados. The beautiful local beaches of Maxwell and Dover are surrounded by photogenic coconut palms, luxury resorts and expensive restaurants. [btn "Search for accommodation in Barbados" https://www.booking.com/country/bb.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barbados-maxwell] The streets and sidewalks are noticeably tidier and you'll also…

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