3-Hour Castries Historical Tour with Morne Fortune and Museum

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Castries' historic market, cathedral, and civic landmarks
• 02 See the beautiful Victorian architecture of the Central Library
• 03 Take in full city views from the winding roads of Morne Fortune
• 04 Visit ancient ruins and historic sites on Morne Fortune
• 05 Stop at a quaint little museum to deepen your understanding of Castries

Cradled on the periphery of a collapsed volcanic crater, the capital city of Saint Lucia, Castries or La Carenage, offers a rich historical experience. Stroll through the city to the Central Market, the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Derek Walcott Square, and the beautiful Victorian building that houses the Central Library. Then ride uphill along the winding roads of Morne Fortune for sweeping views of the entire city, captivating scenes, and ancient ruins scattered across the mountaintop. The experience culminates with a stop at a quaint little museum for a deeper immersion into the history of the capital.

Cradled on the periphery of a collapsed volcanic crater, the capital city of Saint Lucia, Castries or La Carenage, offers a rich historical experience.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Castries Landmarks and Morne Fortune Heritage Tour

• 00h00 - 01h30: Depart your ship and head to the Castries Market. Walk through the city with visits including the food market, Old Printery and adjacent park, Constitution Park, the Cathedral, Derek Walcott Square, and the Central Library (1 hr. 30 mins.).
• 01h30 - 01h40: Board your waiting buses for a short uphill drive to Morne Fortune (10 mins.).
• 01h40 - 02h20: Visit the historic sites around Morne Fortune (40 mins.).
• 02h20 - 02h50: Visit The Morne Museum (30 mins.).
• 02h50 - 03h00: Return drive to ship (10 mins.).

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation
• Entrance fees
• Local juice drink

What's Not Included

• Lunch
• Additional food and drink

What to bring

• Camera
• Smaller bills for shopping opportunities (city vendors accept cash only)

Know before you go

• Comfortable walking shoes and clothing for a warmer climate are recommended, as well as sunshades and/or sunscreen.
• Pick-up is 15 minutes before departure.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Castries, Saint Lucia

Tour start

Castries, St Lucia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.