Explore on your own rating
Town is walkable; the island's waterfalls and volcano need tours.
Where ships dock
- Kingstown cruise terminal
Getting to town
Bay Street is about 400 m, a 5-minute walk.
Sources report taxis around EC$20 in town and EC$40 to Fort Charlotte; minivans about EC$2.50. Agree fares first.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD). U.S. dollars are widely accepted.
Top sights nearby
- Fort Charlotte
- Botanic Gardens (among the oldest in the Western Hemisphere)
- Dark View Falls (tour)
Beaches
- Villa Beach (taxi)
Safety & tips
- Agree whether fares are EC or US dollars.
- Roads are steep and winding.
- Bring rain gear for the falls.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Allow 45–60 minutes from the falls.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.