Aerial view of beachscape featuring umbrellas and chairs near Dover Beach Hotel

Things to Do in Barbados

Discover the Best Barbados Activities During Your Stay at Our Beachfront Hotel

If the island chain in the Atlantic were seen as a necklace, Barbados would be the pendant to the chain. It is the most easterly of the Caribbean islands and offers visitors an unequaled array of historical tours, cultural attractions, and epicurean activities. 

The island has a stable and democratic system of government, becoming an independent nation on November 30 1966 after over three centuries of British rule. Tourism is the main economic earner, with agriculture, manufacturing, oil, and the financial services sector also contributing to the island's economy. 

The aspirational destination provides strong emotional and functional benefits to visitors. Long considered to be an authentic, chic sophisticated destination its core brand elements are friendliness, safety, and cleanliness. There is also a high loyalty component of visitors with a repeat rate of approximately 40%. 

Education has been a cornerstone of the Barbados development story and Barbadians, over the years, have received high praise for their friendliness and positive attitude towards tourism. 

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St. Lawrence Gap monument sign near Dover Beach Hotel

St. Lawrence Gap

St Lawrence Gap, affectionately referred to as “The Gap”, is one of the most important tourism spaces in Barbados and is the epicenter, the heart, of entertainment on the island.

People enjoying in Oistins near Dover Beach Hotel at night

Oistins

Oistins, a vibrant fishing village on the southern coast of Barbados, is a must-visit for its lively Friday night fish fry.

Low-angle view of people in Harry Bayley Observatory near Dover Beach Hotel

Harry Bayley Observatory

Located in Bridgetown, the Harry Bayley Observatory is an astronomical gem where visitors can explore the mysteries of the night sky.

Rihanna Drive Monument by the street near Dover Beach Hotel

Rihanna Drive Monument

The Rihanna Drive Monument pays tribute to the world-famous Barbadian singer and global icon, Rihanna.

Exterior view of Barbados Museum & Historical Society near Dover Beach Hotel

Barbados Museum & Historical Society

Immerse yourself in Barbados' rich history and culture at the Barbados Museum & Historical Society in Bridgetown.

Barbados Golf Club featuring a serene pond and lush green grass near Dover Beach Hotel

Barbados Golf Club

Golf enthusiasts will find paradise at the Barbados Golf Club in Durants.

Dover Beach Hotel

St Lawrence Gap,
BB15026, Barbados

+1 246 428 8076
vacation@doverbeach.com

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