Grenada
Country: Grenada · Region: Southern Caribbean · Currency: East Caribbean Dollar
Grenada is a Caribbean cruise port known as the 'Spice Isle,' featuring a natural harbor in the capital St. George's with colonial architecture, nearby beaches, and water sports. The island offers lush volcanic terrain, waterfalls, and spice plantations accessible from the cruise dock.
Top sights
Grand Anse Beach, St. George's (historic town and carenage), Grand Etang crater lake and nature reserve, Annandale Waterfall, Gouyave Nutmeg Factory
Things to do
- Grand Etang
- A crater lake and nature reserve mid-island featuring Mona monkeys, birdlife, and tropical flowers.
- Annandale Waterfall
- A waterfall on the west side of the island accessible as a day excursion from the cruise port.
- Gouyave Nutmeg Factory
- A spice plantation near Gouyave that processes nutmeg, one of Grenada's signature exports.
- Fort George
- A historic fort on a knoll above St. George's carenage offering views of the natural harbor and old town.
Beaches
- Grand Anse Beach
- A classic palm-fringed sandy beach with all water sports facilities, though narrow due to erosion.
- Morne Rouge Beach
- A quieter beach beyond the headland west of Grand Anse, also known as BBC beach.
Where to eat
- St George's Market
- A local market in the capital offering fresh foodstuffs and spices for purchase.
Forecast for Grenada
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Weather in Grenada by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F | 74°F | 2.9 in | 18 |
| February | 80°F | 74°F | 2.4 in | 15 |
| March | 80°F | 74°F | 2.8 in | 17 |
| April | 82°F | 75°F | 2.1 in | 14 |
| May | 82°F | 76°F | 3.1 in | 18 |
| June | 82°F | 76°F | 4.9 in | 23 |
| July | 82°F | 76°F | 6.0 in | 25 |
| August | 82°F | 77°F | 5.1 in | 24 |
| September | 84°F | 78°F | 3.8 in | 20 |
| October | 83°F | 77°F | 5.0 in | 21 |
| November | 82°F | 76°F | 5.9 in | 24 |
| December | 80°F | 75°F | 3.9 in | 21 |
Getting around
Minibuses depart frequently from the St. George's bus terminal next to the cruise dock, or hire a taxi for the day to tour the island.
What to eat
Local spices including nutmeg, vanilla, cinnamon, and ginger are signature products; high-quality chocolate is also available.
Tips
Bring US dollars as the main currency; the EC dollar is difficult to exchange outside the Caribbean and ATMs may not be readily accessible from the cruise pier.
Best for
Beaches, snorkeling, diving, spice plantations
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