St Peter Port Cruise Port Guide
Photos: AlanFord at English Wikipedia (Public domain) · via Wikimedia Commons; leonard flaviu, MSCRM GB, Tessa Blyth, Remi Durocher, Hal Westhead · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Guernsey
- Region:
- British Isles
- Coordinates:
- 49.4600° N, 2.5519° W
About St Peter Port
St Peter Port suits families and culture enthusiasts exploring the Channel Islands. The capital of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, this town combines accessible attractions with maritime heritage, making it an ideal stop on British Isles cruises.
Most major attractions lie within easy reach of the port. The Guernsey Museum at Candie (0.8 km away) and Victoria Tower (0.7 km away) are particularly close, whilst Candie Gardens (0.9 km away) provides a peaceful spot to explore. Just over 1 km away, Hauteville House offers a fascinating museum experience.
Historic Sites and Parks
History lovers will appreciate Fort Hommet and Rousse Tower, both rated highly by visitors. For outdoor space, Saumarez Park (2.3 km from port) and Sausmarez Manor (2.8 km away) provide gardens and grounds to explore. The town had a population of 19,295 in 2021 and remains the main port for the island.
St Peter Port connects easily to nearby ports including Amsterdam, Belfast, Cherbourg and Cork, making it a natural choice for multi-port itineraries.
St. Peter Port is a town and one of the ten parishes on the island of Guernsey in the Channel Islands. It is the capital of the Bailiwick of Guernsey as well as the main port. The population in 2021 was 19,295.
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Things to do in St Peter Port on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: J.A.C · via Google Maps Museum
Hauteville House
4.6 (740) 1.4 km from port
Quirkily decorated former home and garden of Victor Hugo, including his writing room with sea views.
Near: Pandora Hotel (73 m) · The Cock and Bull (183 m)
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- 5 · “We stumbled on this ‘thing to do’ when in Guernsey. We didn’t know much about Victor Hugo, but left with…” — Brauwer
- 5 · “We came across the house on things to do in Guernsey. We did not book but they accommodate us .…” — Janis Early
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Photo: Cathy Dillman · via Google Maps Park and Garden
Saumarez Park
4.5 (714) 2.3 km from port
Near: Adventure Playground (176 m) · Folk and Costume Museum (188 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Dogs allowed
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Lovely place for a walk with a good cafe service a good range of food. The museum in tge park…” — Mary Petley
- 5 · “Stunning park with a huge amount of outdoor space. Loads of room to picnic, play games and run around. Plug…” — UK wanderer
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Photo: Leo van Ramselaar · via Google Maps Museum
Guernsey Museum at Candie
4.3 (489) 0.8 km from port
Museum devoted to the region's heritage, featuring historical apparel, archaeological finds & more.
Near: Candie Gardens (90 m) · The Duke Hotel (140 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “We found the museum great: it's small, but that is also an advantage to get a really good, focused overview…” — Elias Eckert
- 4 · “Renior Exhibition currently on show so definitely worth the visit but you must book tickets in advance. Normally you can…” — Sarah W (Wongy)
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Photo: Stuart Fairbank · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Sausmarez Manor
4.1 (485) 2.8 km from port
Tours of a centuries-old estate with a Queen Anne colonial facade, flower gardens & sculpture park.
Near: ArtParkS Sculpture Park (78 m) · Healthcare Group (158 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “I really enjoyed visiting Sausmarez Manor. Our tour guide, Annie, was excellent and very knowledgeable. She made the 1-hour tour…” — Anne LS
- 5 · “Ghost Tour Thursday 18th June 2026 I read about the Sausmarez Manor Ghost Tour on the website and booked a…” — Lynne Laine
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Historical place
Fort Hommet
4.6 (205) 4.6 km from port
Coastal Victorian-era fortification on a 17th-century site, with gun casemates added in the 1940s.
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Beautiful landscape and great battlements to explore. Beautiful beaches and great walks. Kiosk not far for a lovely coffee or…” — Kaz
- 5 · “The site of the ocean from the Clif of the fort is beautiful with various site of the rock to…” — Chris Avbenake
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Historical place
Rousse Tower
4.4 (118) 4.2 km from port
Near: Rousse Kiosk (80 m) · Storm Force Fitness (251 m)
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Interior now open daily from 10am April to October. Well worth a visit.” — Alison Wadley
- 5 · “A great local landmark in a beautiful coastal area of Guernsey. There is no charge to visit this place and…” — Nigel Staples
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Garden
Candie Gardens
4.5 (99) 0.9 km from port
Near: Victor Hugo Statue (36 m) · Guernsey Museum at Candie (89 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Dogs allowed
Opening hours
- Monday: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Tuesday: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Wednesday: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Thursday: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Friday: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Saturday: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Sunday: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
- 5 · “Nice peaceful tranquil place to have drink a read and watch through world go by.” — Darren North
- 5 · “Lovely peaceful gardens, with a (rather expensive) museum and great views over the harbour.” — BK
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Historical landmark
Victoria Tower
4.6 (98) 0.7 km from port
Near: Candie Cache (128 m) · Guernsey Museum at Candie (162 m)
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
- 5 · “There us an amazing view of St Port from the Victoria Tower. Just go to the local museum 3mns away…” — Dominique Campbell
- 5 · “Really cool! You can pickup the key for your own private tour in this tower. Never been in a place…” — michiel stam
Map of St Peter Port and nearby attractions
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