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🌶️ Grenada

Grenada, the 'Spice Isle', is lush, friendly and fragrant with nutmeg and cocoa. St George's horseshoe harbour is one of the prettiest in the Caribbean, and Grand Anse is a world-class beach just minutes away.

⚓ Docked (St George's)🕒 Typical call: 8–10 hrs💵 East Caribbean $ (USD accepted)🗣️ English
DockingDocked
To townWalk into St George's
Best forBeaches · Spices · Snorkelling
Don't missUnderwater Sculpture Park
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Destination view of Grenada. St Georges Grenada Fort - panoramio
Grenada destination photography; not a confirmation of your berth or current conditions. Photo: cwi.aida · Wikimedia Commons source · CC BY-SA 3.0. Color, tone and detail enhanced non-generatively with Adobe; resized and converted to WebP under the same stated license. Display may crop the view.
Step by step

Getting ashore

Ships dock at Melville Street Cruise Terminal in St George's, beside the Esplanade Mall and the town centre.

  1. 1
    Walk into town

    The market square and Carenage harbour are a few minutes' walk.

  2. 2
    Go to Grand Anse

    Water taxis and taxis reach Grand Anse in 10–15 minutes.

  3. 3
    Tour the interior

    Waterfalls, spice estates and Grand Etang lake are 30–60 minutes away.

💡 Pro move: The water taxi from the Carenage to Grand Anse is cheap, scenic and quicker than the road.
Where your ship arrives

Piers & Tendering by Cruise Line

One cruise terminal in St George's.

Typical cruise-line arrival arrangements; confirm your ship’s assignment.
Cruise line / shipTypical berth / arrivalDock or tender
All linesMelville Street Cruise Terminal 📍 Docked

Typical arrangements only — your ship's berth is confirmed in the daily planner.

These typical arrangements are retained from the supplied port guide and have not all been independently reverified. Map links are location searches, not live ship assignments. Confirm the berth, tender landing and boarding arrangements for your sailing. Read this port’s researched access notes →

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Recommended cruises

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Worth your day

Top excursions

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The shore excursions most worth your time in Grenada.

ICONIC

Underwater Sculpture Park

Snorkel or glass-bottom-boat over submerged statues at Molinere Bay.

⏱ 2–3 hrs🚤 Boat🐠 Snorkel
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SPICE

Spice plantation & waterfall

Nutmeg station, Belmont or Dougaldston estates and a swim at Annandale or Seven Sisters falls.

⏱ 4 hrs🚐 Bus🌶️ Culture
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BEACH

Grand Anse beach day

Two miles of soft white sand with beach bars and calm water.

⏱ 4 hrs🚕 Taxi🏖️ Beach
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RUM

Rum distillery tour

River Antoine's water-wheel distillery, unchanged since the 1700s.

⏱ 4 hrs🚐 Bus🥃 Rum
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Tours booked through Viator, Cruise Travellers' excursion partner. Check the operator’s written return-to-ship policy; a guarantee is not assumed.

Your beach day

Grenada beaches: which one is right for you?

Grenada, the Spice Isle, is home to Grand Anse, one of the Caribbean's most celebrated beaches, just a short ride from the cruise terminal in St. George's.

BeachGetting thereBest forVibeSnorkelling
Grand Anse BeachTaxi or water taxiLong sandy beachClassic, lively★★
Morne Rouge (BBC Beach)TaxiCalm, sheltered swimmingQuieter★★
Magazine BeachTaxiSnorkelling & sunsetsRelaxed★★★
Underwater Sculpture ParkBoat tourUnique snorkellingArt under the sea★★★

Prices, packages and opening days change often. Check current details before you go, or ask me and I'll arrange the right beach day for you.

M
Melody's pickGrand Anse is gorgeous, but I'd go to Morne Rouge, just over the hill. It's a calm, sheltered little bay that feels like a secret, and the swimming is lovely. Treat yourself to lunch with a view while you're there.
No tour needed

Self-guided walks

These are sightseeing suggestions. Distances and walking difficulty labels do not establish a step-free route. Read the port-specific access notes before choosing a route.

🚶 St George's Carenage & fort

2 km · 1.5 hrs · moderate (hills)

The Carenage waterfront, Sendall Tunnel, Fort George for harbour views and the Market Square.

  1. Melville Street Cruise Terminal
  2. Market Square St George's
  3. Fort George Grenada
  4. The Carenage St George's
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On a budget

Free and low-cost things to do in Grenada

🌈 The CarenageWalk around St. George's horseshoe harbour with its colourful buildings.
🏰 Fort GeorgeClimb up for panoramic views over the harbour.
🌶️ Spice marketBrowse the market for nutmeg, cinnamon and cocoa.
🏖️ Grand AnseFree and public, with plenty of beach bars.
Pack for your month

Weather & best time to visit

Best time: January–May. Highs 29–31°C / 84–88°F. Wetter June–November.

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainy days
Jan ⭐84°F / 29°C75°F / 24°C15
Feb ⭐84°F / 29°C75°F / 24°C11
Mar ⭐86°F / 30°C75°F / 24°C10
Apr ⭐88°F / 31°C77°F / 25°C9
May ⭐88°F / 31°C79°F / 26°C12
Jun88°F / 31°C79°F / 26°C18
Jul88°F / 31°C77°F / 25°C20
Aug88°F / 31°C79°F / 26°C19
Sep88°F / 31°C79°F / 26°C18
Oct88°F / 31°C77°F / 25°C18
Nov86°F / 30°C77°F / 25°C19
Dec84°F / 29°C75°F / 24°C17

⭐ = best months to visit. Approximate long-term averages — check the forecast before you sail.

From Melody

Insider tips

  • ⛴️
    Take the water taxi. Carenage to Grand Anse is quick and scenic.
  • 🌶️
    Buy spices at the market. Nutmeg, cinnamon and cocoa tea balls make great gifts.
  • 💵
    US dollars accepted. EC dollars are the local currency.
  • 🌧️
    Rainy season starts in June. Showers are brief; bring a light rain jacket.
  • 🍫
    Try Grenada chocolate. Bean-to-bar, organic and delicious.
From the pier

Getting around

🚗 Ride-share: ❌ Not available
No Uber; taxis and water taxis.
🚕 Taxi to Grand Anse$15–20 per car

About 15 minutes.

⛴️ Water taxi to Grand Anse$5–10 pp

From the Carenage.

🚐 Minibus #1EC$2.50

St George's to Grand Anse.

Prices are typical ranges and change — confirm before you ride.

The practical stuff

Taxis, money and time zone

🚕Agree faresRates usually in US$
💵EC$ & USDUS dollars accepted
🕐Atlantic TimeNo daylight saving
🚗Drive on the leftHilly, winding roads

Getting around

  • 1
    Taxis wait at the terminal and quote fares, often in US dollars.
  • 2
    Agree the fare and whether it's one-way or return before setting off.
  • 3
    Water taxis also run from the Carenage to Grand Anse, a fun and scenic option.
Good to know: Pick up a little bag of Grenada's nutmeg or cocoa. They're inexpensive, light to pack and make lovely gifts.
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Quick answers

Grenada cruise port FAQ

How far is Grand Anse Beach from the cruise port?

It's a short taxi ride or a scenic water taxi trip from St. George's.

What is Grenada known for?

Spices, especially nutmeg, plus beautiful beaches and the Underwater Sculpture Park.

Do I need East Caribbean dollars?

No. US dollars are widely accepted.

Can I snorkel at the Underwater Sculpture Park?

Yes. Join a boat tour for the best experience.

Tours, prices, transport fares and pier assignments change. Always confirm with the operator, your cruise line and your ship's all-aboard time before relying on anything here.

Make it your own

Choose your day in Grenada

The Spice Isle — nutmeg plantations, Grand Anse beach and an underwater sculpture park.

First visitUnderwater Sculpture Park. Build around one priority, then confirm admission, transfers and time ashore.
Explore independently🚶 St George's Carenage & fort. Published walking routes are ideas, not verified step-free routes.
A slower dayChoose one stop with seating and a confirmed return transfer. Ask the operator for the actual distance from the vehicle to the entrance.
Advisor planning lensConfirm the arrival location before choosing a meeting point; a port name does not identify your ship’s exact berth.
Port-specific access research

Mobility & accessibility in Grenada

Grenada’s forts and inland waterfalls should not be grouped under a general accessible-island label. Published tourism descriptions do not supply a complete wheelchair route for the historic sites.

Published sources reviewed October 17, 2026. This is desk research, not an on-site access audit. Access can change with the ship, berth, equipment and operating conditions.

Attractions and excursions: what changes the choice

Fort Matthew

Historic tunnels; step-free route unverified

Grenada Tourism describes a Richmond Hill fort with an underground tunnel network. Its listing does not specify ramps, gradients, doorway widths or accessible toilets. A scenic vehicle stop outside is different from a promised accessible tunnel tour.

Official access information ↗

Seven Sisters waterfalls

Rainforest trek and rugged trails

Grenada Tourism describes a forty-minute rainforest trek to the first cascade and rugged trails between the waterfalls, and advises using a guide. This is a hiking excursion, not a documented step-free viewpoint. Choose a different principal stop if your device cannot handle that terrain; do not infer access from an easier tour label.

Official access information ↗

A practical way to plan this port

Planning suggestion: Arrange a scenic drive with individually confirmed stopping points and a prechecked cultural venue, replacing inaccessible tunnels or waterfall hikes.

Confirm before booking

  • Which exact viewpoint can be reached in your occupied chair from the vehicle?
  • Does the proposed waterfall route require the documented forty-minute rainforest trek or other rugged paths, and where is a confirmed accessible toilet?

Detailed access-planning questions · Save these arrangements in your day plan

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Private · Personal · Thoughtfully paced

Curated Ashore — Grenada

Turn the interests in this guide into a private shore-day brief. These are ideas to discuss with Melody, not confirmed bookable products.

A private take on a local highlightAsk about Underwater Sculpture Park with a private guide, a flexible pace and a clearly agreed meeting point.
A day built around your interestsRequest food, culture, scenery or a quieter outing. Specify your budget, group size, walking comfort and ship schedule.

Before booking, request the named operator, inclusions, vehicle specification, entry tickets, cancellation terms and a written return plan. Private access, special entry and availability must be confirmed.

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Information Status

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