Roseau Cruise Port Guide

Roseau, Dominica — cruise port — Ted Rufus Ross · CC BY 2.5 · Wikimedia Commons

Photos: Ted Rufus Ross (CC BY 2.5) · via Wikimedia Commons; Roo, Gilles Genouel, Winfried Paltian, Didier Charles-Gervais · via Google Maps

Country:: Dominica
Region:: Caribbean
Coordinates:: 15.3000° N, 61.3833° W

About Roseau

Roseau is the capital and largest city of Dominica, built on the site of the ancient Island Carib village of Sairi. The compact urban settlement sits surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, the Roseau River and Morne Bruce, making it an ideal port of call for cruise passengers.

Within easy reach of the port, you'll find several notable attractions. The Dominica Botanic Gardens lies just 0.2 km away, offering tropical plant collections. A short walk further brings you to the Morne Bruce Viewpoint at 0.5 km, which provides panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The Dominica Museum is also nearby at 0.6 km, showcasing the island's cultural heritage.

Natural attractions

For those venturing slightly further, Roseau provides access to some of the Caribbean's most striking natural sites. Middleham Falls in Recoleta (6.5 km away) and Titou Gorge in Laudat (7.1 km away) are popular waterfall destinations. Morne Trois Pitons National Park, located 8.8 km from port, and Papillote Tropical Gardens in Trafalgar (5.7 km away) offer further exploration opportunities for nature enthusiasts.

Roseau is the capital and largest city of Dominica, with a population of 14,725 as of 2011. It is a small and compact urban settlement, in the Saint George parish and surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, the Roseau River and Morne Bruce. Built on the site of the ancient Island Carib village of Sairi, it is the oldest and most important urban settlement on the island of Dominica.

Things to do in Roseau 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.

Photo: Gheorghe Iavorenciuc · via Google Maps
Botanical garden

Dominica Botanic Gardens

4.3 (1,066) 0.2 km from port

Near: University of the West Indies (62 m) · Dominica Grammar School (171 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Dogs allowed
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Tuesday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Wednesday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Thursday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Friday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Saturday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Sunday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
- 5 · “We did an excursion with our cruise and this one included a waterfall that was magical.” — Sarah Fajardo
- 5 · “Visiting the baobab tree and the botanical gardens was an unforgettable experience. The baobab itself is absolutely breathtaking — massive…” — Jonathan Carter-Rupell
Website Google Maps Directions +1 767-503-4630
Photo: Titou Gorge · via Google Maps
Tourist attraction

Titou Gorge

4.8 (522) 7.1 km from port

Light filters down high cliff walls of this narrow, scenic gorge & popular swimming destination.

Near: LetsHikeDominica (11 m) · Titou Gorge restaurant (15 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
- Cash only
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “Drive up to the gorge and park your vehicle close to the entry point (no charge). There is a pool…” — Ian Cross
- 5 · “Highlight of my trip to Dominica for sure. Thankfully I had the gorge to myself, so very peaceful heading into…” — Peta B
Google Maps Directions +1 767-612-3637
Photo: W. L · via Google Maps
Tourist attraction

Morne Bruce Viewpoint

4.6 (246) 0.5 km from port

Near: Morne Bruce Cross (154 m) · Top bar (170 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- 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 · “My Airbnb was just a short 5-10min walk from here. The views of capital are amazing from here, either for…” — Chandra
- 5 · “Bring water if you are climbing Jack’s Trail - and even if you’re not! If you’re stopping as part of…” — Rod ‘n’ Hari
Google Maps Directions
Photo: Zac Peterson · via Google Maps
Tourist attraction

Morne Trois Pitons National Park

4.7 (162) 8.8 km from port

Lush parkland featuring a mountain with 3 peaks, hiking paths, geysers, mud ponds & a bubbling lake.
- 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 · “Still one of the best hikes. It's pretty challenging but equally rewarding to be at one with so much nature.…” — Aner Alexander
- 5 · “Morne Trois Pitons was the first national park to be established in Dominica (in 1975). In 1997 it became a…” — David Stanley
Google Maps Directions
Tourist attraction

Middleham Falls

4.9 (130) 6.5 km from port

A mid-level hike leads through a national park with rainforest vegetation to a 200-ft. falls & pool.
- Good for children
- 5 · “Awesome hike and waterfall! USD $8/ person. There is a park ranger who will take cash if you didn’t pre…” — Roxanne Wagenaar
- 5 · “Decent hike and magical tall waterfall and swim at end. Lovely to go to and walk through diverse rainforest and…” — H 3ME
Google Maps Directions
Museum

The Dominica Museum

4.3 (119) 0.6 km from port

Bright orange history museum featuring cultural, archeological & regional history exhibits.

Near: Ruins Rock Café (53 m) · Jollys Pharmacy Ltd. (99 m)
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Tuesday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
- 5 · “Small educational historical museum. It also has a nice patio to look at the sea and museum” — A A
- 5 · “Small but interesting Museum” — Matthias J.
Google Maps Directions +1 767-448-2401
Tourist attraction

Papillote Tropical Gardens

4.6 (114) 5.7 km from port

Near: Time 2 Eat @ Papillote (37 m) · Papillote Rainforest Restaurant (47 m)
- Good for children
- Toilets
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 · “Fantastic gardens and tropical scenery. Would recommend! We met the lady who owns the property and she let us look…” — John Smith
- 5 · “Papillote botanical garden is the most special, artistic place we visited on our entire 7 day trip to Dominica. Through…” — Marisa DeDominicis
Google Maps Directions +1 767-448-2287