Grenada Travel Guides
Visit Grenada, the Caribbean’s lush paradise, where vibrant culture and untouched nature promise a serene getaway. With a focus on sustainable travel, this comprehensive Grenada travel guide offers everything you need for a responsible and memorable visit to the ‘Spice Island.’
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Best Places to Visit in Grenada
From the cobblestone streets of St. George’s to the serene beaches of Carriacou, Grenada offers a multitude of destinations that capture its beauty. Dive into the island’s waterfalls, rum and gin distilleries, and beaches that provide a haven for relaxation and adventure.
Best Things to do in Grenada
Activities range from snorkeling and diving coral reefs to trekking in lush rainforests. Delve into the island’s rich history at Fort George, savour the smells at the spice market, or unwind on a catamaran sailing into the sunset.
- Visit the beautiful beaches
- Taste the local spices and chocolate
- Go sailing on Savvy, a traditional Carriacou sloop
- Taste some local Blue Light Caribbean Gin
- Hike to Welcome Rock and admire the view
- Swim in Mt Carmel falls
- Visit some of the rum bars
- Spend a long weekend in Carriacou
- Spice Mas (Grenada Carnival)
- See a live concert by local musicians
Cost of Travel in Grenada
Most of the boutique hotels cost around $130-300 a night, with the luxury Silversands resort charging $1000+. Food from local street vendors are relatively inexpensive, under $5-10, however at most restaurants you’ll be paying more than 15 per meal. Beer is cheap, at around $2, whereas you can expect to pay more for cocktails. The public busses are cheap $1-4, and renting a car starts at around $55.
Grenada Food
Grenada’s culinary scene features Creole dishes spiced with local flavors. Must-try staples include the national dish ‘oil down,’ alongside a variety of seafood, fruits, and, of course, the world-famous Grenadian chocolate.
You can buy most groceries at Real Value IGA or Foodland, and for specialty items head to Cauls. As a lot of items are imported, you will likely find prices higher than home. Scattered along the roads you will find some local stalls with fresh produce, these are great places to stock up on fruit and vegetables. Fresh coconut water is also sold on the side of the road, but usually pre-poured into plastic bottles – we like to say no to plastic and drink it straight from a coconut with a reusable straw.
Some of our favourite food in Grenada were at the following restaurants/bars:
- Rhodes Restaurant and the Beach Bar at the Calabash Hotel
- Nats Pizza
- Dexters Restaurant
- Dodgy Dock Street Food Night
- Paradise Beach Club, Carriacou
- Roundhouse, Carriacou
- 61 West
- La Plywood
- Doubles from Latta (Wall Street)
Language in Grenada
English is the spoken language, however there is a creole slang to it. When locals chat together, they speak fast, and with a slang, so it may be a little difficult to understand at times. Here are some common phrases/words to understand:
- limin' / we lime - means a hang out with friends/family
- Jus now - means it'll take a bit longer
- Whine - is a form of dancing (you'll see)
- de / 'd' - the
Grenada Quick Tips
- Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC)
- Capital: St George
- Language: English
- Visa: Not required for citizens of the US, Canada, United Kingdom, British Commonwealth, South Korea, Japan and most European and Caribbean countries
- Electricity: Socket Type G, 230V at 50 Hz frequency
- Safety: Grenada is generally safe to travel, however it is always important to exercise regular travel caution.
- Population: approximately 125,000
- Size: 344.5 square kilometers
Best time to visit Grenada
The cooler months between December and April are the best times to visit, they are also relatively dry. However you will find higher prices for hotels in this peak season. The rainy season coincides with the hurricane season that runs from July to November. You will see more sailors taking respite in Grenada for those months as Grenada is just under the hurricane belt.
Getting around Grenada
Navigating the islands of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique is convenient and offers various modes of transport to suit different preferences. Car rentals are available, with prices ranging from US$50 to US$75 per day, and the potential for discounts on longer hires. You’ll need to be over 25 and acquire a Grenadian driving permit for a fee of EC$60.
If you’re looking to immerse yourself in local life, public buses are a vibrant and affordable option, with fares between EC$2.50 to EC$6.50. Buses run from early morning until 9 pm, mon-sat, and are identifiable by zone stickers for different routes. For a direct journey, private water taxis and taxicabs are also available.
