Castries Cruise Port Guide
Photos: UpstateNYer (CC BY-SA 3.0) · via Wikimedia Commons; Steve Barker, Thomas von End, Eula Maxwell, Aldo Rivera · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Saint Lucia
- Region:
- Caribbean
- Coordinates:
- 14.0108° N, 60.9894° W
About Castries
Castries is the capital and largest city of Saint Lucia in the Caribbean. The port welcomes cruise visitors to explore a range of attractions, many within easy reach of the dock.
What to see and do
The Cruise Pier Castries sits at the heart of the port area, with Castries City View Point just 1.0 km away, offering panoramic vistas of the city. Fort Rodney, 9.3 km from the port, attracts visitors with its historical significance and has received strong visitor feedback. For those seeking natural experiences, the Tet Paul Nature Trail, 22.3 km away, is a popular choice with over 920 reviews. Closer to the port, Father Nature Adventures in Babonneau provides guided outdoor experiences.
Cultural attractions include Morne Coubaril Historical Adventure Park and Lushan Country Life, both in or near Castries, offering insights into the island's heritage and rural traditions.
Nearby ports
Castries sits within the Caribbean cruise region, with nearby ports including Basseterre, Bridgetown, and Charlotte Amalie.
Castries is the capital and largest city of Saint Lucia, an island country in the Caribbean. The urban area has a population of approximately 20,000, while the eponymous district has a population of just under 70,000, as of May 2013. The city covers 80 km2 (31 sq mi).
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Things to do in Castries 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: The Tet Paul Nature Trail · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Tet Paul Nature Trail
4.8 (920) 22.3 km from port
Hillside nature trail offering a picturesque viewpoint of the water & mountains, plus guided tours.
Near: Tet Paul Stairway to heaven (294 m)
- Good for children
- Toilets
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 · “I had an amazing experience at the Tet Paul Nature Trail in St. Lucia. From start to finish, the tour…” — Paparatc Vybes
- 5 · “Great little walk, views are amazing! We had a great guide help us and show us all the local plants…” — Cnd Overland
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Photo: Morne Coubaril Historical Adventure Park · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Morne Coubaril Historical Adventure Park
4.5 (402) 19.6 km from port
18th-century cocoa plantation with a working mill, plus estate tours, zip lining & other activities.
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
- 5 · “Did the Hotwire Pitons Zipline Adventure at the Morne Coubaril Estate. Had a fantastic time! Our guides made sure we…” — Lewis Parker
- 5 · “We enjoyed our tour with Berniyka. We thought we were just coming for rum and chocolate tasting, she she took…” — Jo Covington Nencetti
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Photo: B C · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Fort Rodney
4.7 (286) 9.3 km from port
This historic hilltop fort with old cannons offers a 360-degree view of the island & ocean.
Near: Jambe de bois (251 m) · Pigeon Island beach #2 (342 m)
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “Fort Rodney is definitely worth the short hike for the incredible views at the top. From the fort, you get…” — Nafiz Imtiaz
- 5 · “Great view and a fun hike. Seeing the cannons and even the support buildings protecting the fort were well worth…” — Larry Missildine
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Tourist attraction
Castries City View Point
4.6 (231) 1.0 km from port
Near: St. Mark's Colonial House (152 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 · “Beautiful views of the entire city. The vendors selling here weren't as pushy as others we met in the city…” — Jay Gumbs
- 5 · “Castries City View Point offers a beautiful panoramic view of the city. From this spot, you can take in stunning…” — Nafiz Imtiaz
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Tourist attraction
Lushan Country Life
4.5 (171) 2.9 km from port
- Good for children
- Toilets
- 5 · “We enjoyed this tour. It was very enjoyable with an excellent young guide. We walked through an eco forest where…” — Emma Louise
- 5 · “Small nice local rum bar where you can taste different Liquors and rum of different sorts which were all produced…” — Jonas Mehmood
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Tourist attraction
Cruise Pier Castries
4.5 (88) 0.8 km from port
Near: Antillia Brewing Company/The Local Beer Company Tap Room (55 m) · Rum Therapy Bar & Treatment Centre (57 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
- 5 · “Nice cruise port in beautiful Saint Lucia, lovely views of the pier and marina, on days when cruise ships visit…” — Jules Cates (Jules)
- 5 · “Such a great cruise port. Compact enough to not be overwhelming, but full of different and unique shopping and dining…” — Lewis Parker
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Tourist attraction
Father Nature Adventures
5.0 (66) 5.9 km from port
Near: Fond Assau Combined School (63 m) · St. Lucia Birding & Wildlife Ambassadors (186 m)
Opening hours
- Monday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Tuesday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Wednesday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Thursday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Friday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday: 6:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
- 5 · “We took this land and sea adventure with Louis aka Father Nature and it was lovely. Father Nature's was patient…” — Zannalyn Robest
- 5 · “THIS!!!! We did the Mermaid Pool hike with Simeon while on vacation. After an amazing hike passing several beautiful beaches…” — Serina Duke
Map of Castries and nearby attractions
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