Brandons Beach: A Bajan Paradise

Getting There

• Walking

  From the Bridgetown Cruise Terminal, Brandons Beach is approximately a 25-minute walk. Exit the terminal and follow the main road (Spring Garden Highway) north, keeping the sea to your left. The walk is relatively flat and straightforward. Look for the Mount Gay Rum Distillery on the right; Brandons Beach is directly across the street. Be mindful of traffic and stay on the sidewalks where available. Alternatively, from the heart of Bridgetown, the beach is an easy 15-minute walk. Head west along the main road (Spring Garden Highway), following signs for the beach. You'll pass Kensington Oval cricket ground on your left.

• Public Transport

  From the main bus terminal in Bridgetown, several buses head towards the west coast and stop near Brandons Beach. Look for buses marked 'Black Rock,' 'Paynes Bay,' or 'Holetown'. The bus fare is BBD$3.50 per person. Ask the driver to let you off at Brandons Beach. From the bus stop, it's a short walk to the beach entrance. From Spring Garden in Bridgetown, the #51 bus goes to Brandons Beach and costs $2.

• Taxi/Ride-Share

  A taxi from the Bridgetown Cruise Terminal or city center to Brandons Beach takes about 5-10 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect to pay between BBD $12-15. Agree on the fare with the driver before starting your journey. Taxis are readily available in Bridgetown. Ride-sharing services are also available, but taxis are more common and readily accessible.

• Driving

  From Bridgetown, follow Highway 1 (Spring Garden Highway) north. Brandons Beach will be on your left. Look for signs indicating the beach. There is a parking lot available near Rascals Beach Bar. Parking is free.