About The Port Of St. John's
St. John's, the capital and largest city of Antigua and Barbuda, greets arrivals with a colorful seafront, refurbished wooden buildings, and a mix of Georgian, Victorian, and vernacular architecture along streets like Market Street. The waterfront's small moored boats and easy walkability from the pier make the historic center simple to explore on foot, with shops, churches, and local markets close at hand.
Beyond the city, St. John's serves as the gateway to Antigua's wider attractions, including the historic Nelson's Dockyard and Shirley Heights, long the heart of Caribbean yachting culture, where marinas, old inns, and pubs still draw sailors from across the region. The island's beaches and layered colonial history round out a visit that balances easy strolling with excursions further afield.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in St. John's.
Visit Nelson's Dockyard
This restored 18th-century naval base anchors English Harbour with stone warehouses, marinas, and yacht crews from around the world; plan on a half-day excursion by taxi or tour from the pier, roughly 40 minutes each way.
Take in Shirley Heights
A hilltop lookout above English Harbour delivers sweeping views over the coastline and yacht basins below, best combined with the Nelson's Dockyard visit since both sit on the island's southern tip.
Browse Market Street
Wander this lively strip near the waterfront for local produce, spices, and crafts alongside the city's Georgian and Victorian storefronts, an easy on-foot stop before heading further afield.
Last Minute Cruise Deals From St. John's
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora III | 17 | $10,185 | ||
| Oct 16, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 26 | $14,000 | ||
| Oct 21, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora I | 27 | $15,640 | ||
| Oct 22, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Vision of the Seas | 10 | $1,124 | ||
| Oct 25, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora III | 14 | $12,280 | ||
| Oct 25, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora III | 7 | $5,400 | ||
| Oct 27, 2026 | Cunard | Queen Elizabeth | 21 | $3,148 | ||
| Oct 28, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Vista | 14 | $3,930 | ||
| Oct 30, 2026 | Regent | Seven Seas Splendor | 16 | $144,899 | ||
| Oct 31, 2026 | Holland America | Zuiderdam | 11 | $1,049 | ||
| Oct 31, 2026 | Holland America | Zuiderdam | 21 | $1,749 | ||
| Oct 31, 2026 | Holland America | Rotterdam | 21 | $1,874 | ||
| Nov 1, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora I | 11 | $5,328 | ||
| Nov 1, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora I | 16 | $6,190 | ||
| Nov 1, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora I | 24 | $12,975 | ||
| Nov 2, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Insignia | 47 | $17,099 | ||
| Nov 4, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 7 | $3,500 | ||
| Nov 5, 2026 | Cunard | Queen Elizabeth | 21 | $1,618 | ||
| Nov 7, 2026 | Azamara | Azamara Journey | 7 | $1,999 | ||
| Nov 7, 2026 | Azamara | Azamara Journey | 14 | $6,259 |
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