St Lucia offers a diverse Caribbean getaway with its gorgeous coastline and mountainous terrain. Sunseekers can find over a dozen beaches with white, golden, and black sand, all of which have palm trees and easy access to turquoise waves. Standouts include Marigot Bay, Reduit Beach, La Toc Beach, and Grand Anse. The island’s capital is Castries and there are plenty of scenic towns along the coast. Soufriere is known for its proximity to the Sulfur Springs and Diamond Botanical Garden while Gros Islet has 2 gorgeous beaches and is home to Pigeon Island National Park.

St Lucia has a few hidden inland attractions for those who want to step away from the sand. Hikers can climb the Pitons, which are twin volcanic plugs on the island’s southwestern coast. The island also has a great collection of waterfalls, hot springs, and mud pools formed by a dormant volcano.

What to see & do in St. Lucia

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Things to do in St. Lucia include diving and snorkeling, fun family activities, outdoor adventures, festivals and events year-round, and water activities for all. You can book a deep-sea fishing trip or go kayaking. You can soar over the forest canopy on a zip line or dive among tropical fish. You can explore the beaches and relax in the sun or go windsurfing or sailing. Festivals and celebrations throughout the year...

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Where & what to eat in St. Lucia

Food and dining in St. Lucia offer up a culinary tradition that covers just about everything from food trucks and snack bars to 5-star fine dining experiences. Here you can have Creole-Caribbean fusion cuisine cooked up by world-renowned chefs paired with the ideal wine and decadent desserts. Casual restaurants also abound, and the whole family can enjoy sustainably sourced seafood and other dishes. You can grab a basic burger or steak,...

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Where to shop & what to buy in St. Lucia

  • 10 Best Places to Go Shopping in St Lucia

    The best places to go shopping in St Lucia range from small, independent, artisanal stores to multi-storey malls housing global brand names. Most independent stores are happy to help you find personalized gifts. At some places, you can even watch local artists and craftspeople create their wares. The lush plantations and iconic bays of St Lucia host a wide range of...

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Where to go & what to do at night in St. Lucia

The nightlife in St. Lucia lets you keep the party going into the wee hours of the night and includes things like "jump-up" street festivals, full-moon beach parties, and bustling club-hopping strips. St. Lucia is famed for its exotic nightlife experience where you can dance, drink, game, and dine the entire night away every night. You can head for Rodney Bay Village for authentic Caribbean-Creole fusion cuisine, then dance at late-night...

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  • 9 Best Towns and Resorts in St Lucia

    St. Lucia's towns and villages offer an immersive experience in the culture of the Caribbean, from arts and crafts to music, dining, and shopping as well as volcanic beaches. You can go hiking along miles of trails, see natural wonders like cascading waterfalls in the heart of the rainforest, or walk along picturesque harbors. Each town, village, and resort across this...

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