Military Garrison Tour
Description
Embark on a captivating guided exploration of the Bridgetown Military Garrison, the historic site where Barbados declared its independence from the United Kingdom.
Tour Options
During your booking for the Bridgetown Military Garrison Tour, you will have the flexibility to select from the following alternatives:
Military Garrison + Museum (2.5 hours)
Join us outside the Barbados Museum and Historical Society, where we’ll commence this engaging historical journey. As we delve into the past, discover how soldiers lived during the colonial era.
Known also as St. Ann's Garrison, this site was once the central command for the West Indies Regiment, the British military's local authority. Many are unaware that George Washington played a crucial role in an important event that unfolded here in 1751. We’ll recount this fascinating tale as we admire the cannon collection of the Military Garrison.
A mid-tour snack break will provide an opportunity to rejuvenate before we head inside the Barbados Museum and Historical Society. There, we will step back in time to explore historic plantation artifacts and ancient maps illustrating previous territories. Home to over 500,000 military relics, this museum is a treasure trove!
- Schedule: This tour is held on Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 am
Military Garrison + George Washington's House (3.5 hours)
For those seeking to deepen their historical understanding of Bridgetown, this tour includes a comprehensive exploration of both the Military Garrison and George Washington's house.
Our journey also leads us to the Garrison Savannah Racetrack, once a 19th-century horse racing venue. Discover the thrilling past where imperial military personnel and soldiers once competed!
The tour’s highlight awaits as we visit George Washington's residence. As we navigate the site, we will examine barracks, hospitals, forts, artillery collections, the prison, and even the court-martial facilities. Gain exclusive insights as we explore the rooms that once housed George Washington and learn about the early life of the United States’ first president during his visit to Barbados.
- Schedule: This tour is available on Wednesday and Saturday at 1 pm.
Meeting Points
Your meeting point will vary based on the chosen tour option:
- Military Garrison + Museum: in front of the Barbados Museum and Historical Society
- Military Garrison + George Washington's House: at George Washington's house
Inclus
- English–speaking guide
- Admission to sites mentioned
- Snacks
Politique d'annulation
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (heure locale)
Informations importantes
Depending on the guided tour of the Military Garrison you choose, we'll meet at one of the following meeting points:
- Military Garrison + Museum: in front of the Barbados Museum and Historical Society, specifically on Dalkeith Road
- Military Garrison + George Washington's House: at George Washington's house, 39JV+Q82, Bridgetown, Barbados
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes in advance.
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