Free All Saints Travel Guide & Mobile App

Plan your All Saints trip with Evendo. Get free guides to top attractions, restaurants, hotels, and bars. Web access or download the mobile app.

Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play Download the Free PDF guide
All Saints
All Saints photo 2
All Saints photo 3
All photos

All Saints, Antigua and Barbuda, offers rural island life, sugar-era heritage, local food and easy access to historic estates, beaches and coastal sights.

A Central Antiguan Settlement

All Saints lies in central Antigua, a practical, lived-in settlement away from the island’s principal resort belts. Its setting is defined less by grand urban architecture than by low hills, dry tropical vegetation, busy roads, churches, schools, small shops and the everyday movement of residents between villages and the capital, St John's. The surrounding countryside provides a useful base for exploring Antigua’s plantation history, eastern coastline and quieter rural communities.
Read more about All Saints

Landscape and Local Life

The settlement sits among landscapes shaped by centuries of agriculture. Sugar cultivation once dominated Antigua, and traces of that economy remain in estate ruins, stonework and old field boundaries around the central and eastern parts of the island. All Saints itself offers an insight into contemporary Antiguan life, with local services and roadside businesses rather than a concentrated tourist centre. The All Saints Anglican Church and the nearby All Saints University campus are among the recognisable features of the village.

Exploring Beyond the Village

Several of Antigua’s most evocative heritage and coastal sights are within a manageable drive, though not inside All Saints itself. Betty’s Hope, the island’s first large-scale sugar estate, stands near Pares, while the dramatic limestone arch at Devil’s Bridge lies on the eastern coast. The historic harbour at English Harbour, the market and colonial buildings of St John's, and beaches along the south and east coasts broaden the itinerary. A hire car or arranged taxi is particularly useful, since All Saints has limited visitor infrastructure and is best understood as a gateway to central Antigua rather than as a resort town.

When is the best time to visit All Saints?

Best: April–June · 27°C
Average daytime high and rainfall by month
MonthHigh (°C)Rainfall (mm)
January2850
February2740
March2730
April (best)2720
May (best)2720
June (best)2720
July2730
August2740
September2740
October2740
November2750
December2650

Getting to and around All Saints

How to get there

All Saints is reached by road from St John’s and other Antiguan communities. Most international visitors arrive at V. C. Bird International Airport, north-east of St John’s, then continue by hired car, taxi or an arranged transfer; the airport is not in All Saints. Public buses connect the settlement with St John’s and nearby communities, although routes and frequency are designed primarily for residents rather than sightseeing. Antigua has no railway and no intercity rail service. Cruise passengers arriving at St John’s generally need a taxi, organised excursion or hire car to reach central Antigua. Road access is straightforward, but rural routes can be narrow and uneven.

Transportation

A car is the most flexible way to explore All Saints and the surrounding island because plantations, beaches, villages and coastal viewpoints are widely dispersed. Driving is on the left, and visitors should allow extra care for potholes, limited lighting, changing road surfaces and occasional animals or pedestrians. Public buses are useful for journeys towards St John’s and other main communities but may not serve heritage sites directly. Taxis can be arranged through local operators or accommodation providers, with fares best agreed before departure. Walking is practical for short trips within the settlement, though the heat, roadside traffic and lack of continuous pavements make longer walks less comfortable.

Best attractions in All Saints

All Saints offers a glimpse of everyday central Antiguan life, with local roads, churches, small businesses and surrounding hills providing a different perspective from the island’s beach resorts. The All Saints Anglican Church is a notable community landmark, while the settlement’s position makes it a useful starting point for nearby heritage excursions. At Betty’s Hope, near Pares rather than inside All Saints, windmill remains and plantation structures introduce the island’s sugar economy and its difficult history of enslavement. A drive east reaches Devil’s Bridge, where Atlantic waves have carved a natural limestone arch and rugged shoreline, while St John’s provides museums, markets and colonial-era buildings. Further south, English Harbour and Nelson’s Dockyard offer a more concentrated maritime and architectural experience. Visitors should allow time for the changing landscape between these places: dry woodland, former agricultural land and quiet village roads reveal an Antigua that is broader than its famous coastline.

Show more attractions

Best landmarks in All Saints

The All Saints Anglican Church is one of the settlement’s principal community landmarks, reflecting the Anglican institutions that accompanied British colonial administration and later village development. Nearby Betty’s Hope, outside All Saints near Pares, is the most significant historical structure in the surrounding area: its surviving sugar mill and estate ruins represent the plantation economy built on enslaved labour. On the eastern coast, Devil’s Bridge is a natural landmark rather than a constructed monument, but its limestone arch and wave-cut terrain express Antigua’s geological character. In St John’s, the twin towers of St John’s Cathedral form a prominent civic and religious symbol, while Nelson’s Dockyard in English Harbour preserves a major naval and maritime complex. Together, these places connect All Saints to the island’s religious, agricultural, geological and imperial histories without suggesting that every landmark lies within the village itself.

Show more landmarks

Explore All Saints on the map

Plan your All Saints trip on one map. See where the top attractions, landmarks, restaurants, bars and hotels are, find what's near where you're staying, and book hotels and experiences in a few clicks.

Best restaurants in All Saints

Dining in All Saints is centred on local and everyday Antiguan cooking rather than a large restaurant quarter. Small eateries and roadside food businesses may serve favourites such as fungi and pepper, the island’s cornmeal-and-okra staple traditionally paired with fish or meat, along with seasoned chicken, rice, peas, grilled fish and roti influenced by wider Caribbean traditions. Seafood is especially relevant across Antigua, while fresh fruit, ginger drinks and locally prepared baked goods appear in informal settings. For a broader choice of restaurants, visitors generally travel towards St John’s, English Harbour or the resort areas, where menus range from Caribbean cooking to international cuisine. The best dining arrangements in and around the village depend on current opening patterns, so asking locally is useful, particularly outside peak visitor areas and on Sundays.

Show more restaurants

Best bars in All Saints

All Saints has a modest evening scene shaped by community life rather than a dedicated strip of bars and clubs. Social evenings may centre on local rum shops, casual bars, sports screenings and small gatherings, while larger choices are found in St John’s, English Harbour and the island’s resort districts. English Harbour is particularly associated with waterfront dining and evening venues, whereas St John’s offers a broader selection of bars and occasional live entertainment. Antigua’s musical life includes Caribbean styles such as soca, calypso and reggae, with entertainment often varying by season and event programme. Visitors should arrange a taxi or designated driver for late journeys, since public transport is less dependable at night and rural roads may be poorly lit.

Show more bars

Best nightclubs in All Saints

All Saints has a modest evening scene shaped by community life rather than a dedicated strip of bars and clubs. Social evenings may centre on local rum shops, casual bars, sports screenings and small gatherings, while larger choices are found in St John’s, English Harbour and the island’s resort districts. English Harbour is particularly associated with waterfront dining and evening venues, whereas St John’s offers a broader selection of bars and occasional live entertainment. Antigua’s musical life includes Caribbean styles such as soca, calypso and reggae, with entertainment often varying by season and event programme. Visitors should arrange a taxi or designated driver for late journeys, since public transport is less dependable at night and rural roads may be poorly lit.

Show more nightclubs

Best shops in All Saints

Shopping in All Saints is practical and local, with small groceries, convenience shops and roadside businesses serving residents rather than a concentrated visitor market. For crafts, souvenirs and a wider selection of Caribbean food products, St John’s is the main commercial destination; its public market area is associated with produce, spices, island staples and everyday trading, although individual stalls and opening patterns can change. Antigua’s distinctive purchases may include local hot sauces, rum, preserves, woven items, jewellery and artwork, with more tourism-oriented craft shopping also found around heritage sites and harbours. English Harbour and resort districts offer boutiques and galleries, while larger commercial choices are concentrated in or around the capital. Visitors should distinguish locally made goods from imported souvenirs and ask sellers about provenance when purchasing craftwork.

Show more shops

Get your free copy of our complete guide to All Saints, delivered straight to you.

Everything on this page, from attractions and restaurants to essentials and local phrases, in one PDF you can read offline, print or share.

Already have an account? Sign in

By clicking Create account, you accept the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

All Saints essentials

Currency and Payment
Antigua and Barbuda uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar, written as XCD or EC$, which is pegged to the United States dollar. United States dollars are commonly accepted in tourist-facing businesses, although change may be given in Eastern Caribbean dollars. Cards are used by many hotels, larger shops, restaurants and established tour businesses, while smaller village shops, buses, taxis and informal vendors may prefer cash. ATMs are more readily found in St John’s and major commercial areas than in smaller settlements, so carrying modest cash reserves is sensible when travelling around central Antigua. Check any card conversion or overseas-use fees with the card issuer.
Safety
All Saints is a working community rather than a concentrated tourist district, and ordinary precautions remain appropriate. Keep phones, wallets and travel documents secure, avoid leaving valuables visible in parked vehicles, and use reputable taxis or pre-arranged transport after dark. Take care on roads, particularly where pavements are absent, lighting is limited or traffic passes quickly. Heat, strong sun and sudden rain can affect walks near plantation ruins and exposed coastal sites. Visitors should respect private property and avoid entering unstable structures at former estates. Travel advice can change, so international visitors should consult current guidance from their own government before departure.
Emergency Situations
In an emergency in Antigua and Barbuda, dial 911 for police, fire or ambulance assistance. State clearly that you are in All Saints and provide a nearby road, business, church or other recognisable landmark, as rural addresses may be less precise than visitors expect. For non-urgent medical needs, ask accommodation staff, a taxi driver or local resident about the nearest operating clinic or hospital, and keep travel insurance and essential medical details accessible. If driving, carry a charged telephone and do not rely solely on mobile data in less populated areas. Emergency procedures and healthcare availability should be checked locally if circumstances change.
Do's and Don'ts
Dress neatly and respectfully when entering churches or visiting community institutions, and ask before photographing people, ceremonies or private property. Antigua and Barbuda drives on the left, so check carefully before crossing roads and do not assume that every vehicle will stop at an informal crossing point. Tipping is customary for good service in restaurants, taxis and organised activities, though the bill should be checked for any service charge. Avoid removing stones or artefacts from plantation ruins, climbing unsafe structures or treating working villages as photo sets. Island greetings and courteous conversation are valued, particularly in smaller communities.
Local Tips
All Saints is most rewarding when combined with nearby central and eastern Antigua rather than treated as a compact sightseeing centre. Betty’s Hope near Pares provides the clearest plantation-history context, while the road network allows visits to St John’s, the south-coast villages and the eastern shoreline. Set out with drinking water, sun protection and a charged phone, particularly where shops are infrequent. Local residents and taxi drivers can help identify current bus connections and road conditions. Sundays and public holidays may feel quieter, with some small businesses operating reduced hours, so organise essential transport and provisions in advance.
Eve, your Evendo local guide

From Eve

Local phrases worth knowing

You don't need to get them perfect. A few words go a long way, and locals appreciate the effort.

6 phrase groups · English, local and pronunciation

Basics
EnglishLocalSay it
HelloHello[Hello]
GoodbyeGoodbye[Goodbye]
YesYes[Yes]
NoNo[No]
Please/You're welcomePlease/You're welcome[Please/You're welcome]
Thank youThank you[Thank you]
Excuse me/SorryExcuse me/Sorry[Excuse me/Sorry]
How are you?How are you?[How are you?]
Fine. And you?Fine. And you?[Fine. And you?]
Do you speak English?Do you speak English?[Do you speak English?]
I don't understandI don't understand[I don't understand]
Eating & Drinking
EnglishLocalSay it
I'd like to see the menu, pleaseI'd like to see the menu, please[I'd like to see the menu, please]
I don't eat meatI don't eat meat[I don't eat meat]
Cheers!Cheers![Cheers!]
I would like to pay, pleaseI would like to pay, please[I would like to pay, please]
Emergencies
EnglishLocalSay it
Help!Help![Help!]
Go away!Go away![Go away!]
Call the Police!Call the Police![Call the Police!]
Call a doctor!Call a doctor![Call a doctor!]
I'm lostI'm lost[I'm lost]
I'm illI'm ill[I'm ill]
Shopping
EnglishLocalSay it
I'd like to buy...I'd like to buy...[I'd like to buy...]
I'm just lookingI'm just looking[I'm just looking]
How much is it?How much is it?[How much is it?]
That's too expensiveThat's too expensive[That's too expensive]
Can you lower the price?Can you lower the price?[Can you lower the price?]
Time & Numbers
EnglishLocalSay it
What time is it?What time is it?[What time is it?]
It's one o'clockIt's one o'clock[It's one o'clock]
Half past (10)Half past (10)[Half past (10)]
MorningMorning[Morning]
AfternoonAfternoon[Afternoon]
EveningEvening[Evening]
YesterdayYesterday[Yesterday]
TodayToday[Today]
TomorrowTomorrow[Tomorrow]
11[1]
22[2]
33[3]
44[4]
55[5]
66[6]
77[7]
88[8]
99[9]
1010[10]
Transport & Directions
EnglishLocalSay it
Where's a/the...?Where's a/the...?[Where's a/the...?]
What's the address?What's the address?[What's the address?]
Can you show me (on the map)?Can you show me (on the map)?[Can you show me (on the map)?]
When's the next (bus)?When's the next (bus)?[When's the next (bus)?]
A ticket (to ....)A ticket (to ....)[A ticket (to ....)]

History of All Saints

Indigenous Antigua Before Colonisation

Antigua was inhabited long before European settlement, with earlier communities using its coastal waters, fertile areas and natural resources. Archaeological evidence records Indigenous occupation across the island, including material associated with the Saladoid and later communities often described in historical sources as Arawak and Kalinago. The landscape around present-day All Saints formed part of this wider island environment rather than an isolated town. European colonisation in the seventeenth century brought land seizure, new administrative arrangements and an economic system that would transform Antigua’s agriculture, population and settlement patterns.

English Settlement and Parish Landscapes

English colonists established a permanent settlement on Antigua in 1632, and the island was gradually divided into parishes and estates as plantation agriculture expanded. All Saints developed within this central agricultural landscape, linked by roads and tracks to neighbouring estates and coastal ports. The settlement’s name reflects the island’s Anglican colonial heritage, while its later growth was shaped by churches, schools, commercial premises and residential communities. Unlike St John's, it did not become a major port or administrative centre, but its position made it an important inland connection between the capital and the eastern and southern districts.

Sugar Estates and Codrington Influence

Sugar became the foundation of Antigua’s colonial economy, relying on enslaved African labour and a network of plantations, mills, boiling houses and estate villages. Betty’s Hope, near Pares east of All Saints, was established in 1674 by Christopher Codrington and is widely regarded as Antigua’s first large sugar estate. Its surviving windmill and ruins illustrate the industrial scale of the plantation system, while the surrounding central lowlands preserve the geographical context in which All Saints grew. The prosperity generated by sugar was accompanied by coercion, severe inequality and the displacement of Indigenous communities.

Emancipation and Social Change

The abolition of slavery in the British Caribbean took effect in Antigua in 1834, followed by a period of apprenticeship before full freedom. Plantation production continued, but formerly enslaved Antiguans increasingly shaped village life through independent households, trades, churches and small-scale cultivation. Estate owners and labourers remained economically unequal, and sugar agriculture gradually faced market and environmental pressures. In and around All Saints, the post-emancipation landscape developed through communities connected to former estates, roads and religious institutions, laying foundations for the social geography visible across central Antigua today.

From Labour Politics to Independence

Antigua’s twentieth-century history was marked by labour activism, demands for political representation and the gradual expansion of self-government. The Antigua Trades and Labour Union, founded in 1939 under the leadership of Vere Cornwall Bird, became a major force in public life, while universal adult suffrage followed in 1951. Antigua and Barbuda achieved associated statehood with Britain in 1967 and independence on 1 November 1981. All Saints remains part of an island society shaped by that transition, where plantation-era geography coexists with modern institutions, roads, education and a service-based economy.

All Saints in Photos

Browse through our photo collection highlighting the charm and character of the destination.

0 / 0

Cities near All Saints

The closest cities to All Saints, if you have time for more than one stop.

Explore more

Antigua and Barbuda
More of the region

Explore more of Antigua and Barbuda

Discover Antigua and Barbuda's 365 beaches, vibrant culture, and rich history. Perfect for sun-seekers, nature lovers, and sailing enthusiasts in the Caribbean.

Explore Antigua and Barbuda
The Evendo app on two phones

Evendo: Your Ultimate Travel Guide to All Saints, Antigua and Barbuda

Free travel guide app for All Saints, covering attractions, landmarks, restaurants, and more. Discover and plan your perfect trip with Evendo!

  • Detailed information on attractions, landmarks, shops, bars, nightclubs, and restaurants
  • Rich set of information including images, descriptions, local tips, maps, and contact details
  • Easy booking for hotels, tours, tickets, and experiences
Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play
More about the Evendo app

Explore All Saints like never before with Evendo. This free app-based travel guide offers comprehensive details on attractions, landmarks, dining spots, and much more.

  • Comprehensive history and travel essentials for All Saints
  • Curated local tips to experience All Saints like a local
  • Easy navigation and 'Near me' feature for on-the-go discovery
  • 100% free with no in-app purchases

Discover the vibrant charm of All Saints, Antigua and Barbuda with Evendo, your ultimate travel companion. Seamlessly plan your trip with detailed information on top attractions, iconic landmarks, bustling shops, lively bars, energetic nightclubs, and exquisite dining options. Whether you're visiting the historical St. John's Cathedral or exploring the natural beauty at Wallings Nature Reserve, Evendo has got you covered.

Looking for the best places to eat? Evendo guides you to the top-rated restaurants such as Garden Grill and Anna's on the Beach, ensuring you savor the local flavors. The app also provides rich insights and images, helping you to visualize your destinations before you even set foot there.

But that’s not all – Evendo lets you book hotels, tours, tickets, and unique experiences directly through the app. Say goodbye to the hassle of multiple bookings and fragmented information. With Evendo, everything you need is just a tap away. Navigate through the city effortlessly with our easy-to-use maps and 'Near me' feature, which highlights nearby attractions and amenities, ensuring you never miss out on anything All Saints has to offer.

Get the latest from Evendo

Hand-picked travel deals, new destination guides and trip ideas, straight to your inbox.