St. Kitts
Country: St. Kitts and Nevis · Region: Eastern Caribbean · Currency: East Caribbean Dollar
St. Kitts is the larger island of Saint Kitts and Nevis, offering cruise visitors access to restored British colonial fortifications, tropical rainforest hiking, and beach bars. The capital Basseterre has a deep-water cruise pier accommodating large ships.
Top sights
Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park, Mt. Liamuiga crater hike, Turtle Beach, Romney Manor rainforest trail
Things to do
- Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park
- UNESCO-listed British fortification referred to as the Gibraltar of the Caribbean, recently restored with a museum inside.
- Mt. Liamuiga
- Hike to the rim of the kilometer-wide crater offering rewarding views, requiring approximately 4 hours round trip.
- St. Kitts Scenic Railway
- Scenic railway tour through portions of narrow gauge railway used for sugar transport, taking up to 3 hours.
- Romney Manor rainforest trail
- Well-maintained trail above Romney Manor that travels along and across Wingfield's river with ropes and steps.
Beaches
- Turtle Beach
- Located at the southeastern tip of St. Kitts, accessible by a relatively new road.
- Cockleshell Beach
- Beach with multiple dining and bar options including Lion's Beach Bar, Spice Mill, and Reggae Beach Bar.
Where to eat
- Sommeliers
- Fine-dining Spanish-Caribbean tapas experience located near the strip in Frigate Bay.
- Royal Palm at Ottley's Plantation
- Upscale dining option located around the island.
Bars and nightlife
- Boozies and Vibes Beach Bar
- Casual beach bar restaurant on South Frigate Bay beach.
Forecast for St. Kitts
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Weather in St. Kitts 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 | 80°F | 75°F | 1.8 in | 15 |
| February | 80°F | 75°F | 2.1 in | 14 |
| March | 81°F | 75°F | 1.6 in | 14 |
| April | 82°F | 76°F | 2.2 in | 15 |
| May | 83°F | 78°F | 2.5 in | 17 |
| June | 85°F | 79°F | 2.1 in | 15 |
| July | 85°F | 79°F | 3.0 in | 18 |
| August | 85°F | 79°F | 3.9 in | 20 |
| September | 85°F | 79°F | 4.8 in | 19 |
| October | 85°F | 79°F | 4.2 in | 20 |
| November | 83°F | 78°F | 4.0 in | 17 |
| December | 82°F | 76°F | 2.2 in | 16 |
Getting around
Taxis and buses operate from Basseterre; negotiate taxi fares upfront and confirm whether prices are in US or EC dollars.
What to eat
Frigate Bay has numerous casual beach bar restaurants and fine dining options; Basseterre offers Circus Grill and Ballahoo.
Tips
Book the St. Kitts Scenic Railway in advance as it does not run daily and can sell out.
Best for
Hiking, historical fortifications, beach bars
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