Military Garrison Tour

On this guided tour of the Bridgetown Military Garrison, we will visit the location where Barbados declared independence from the United Kingdom.

Tour Options

When making your reservation for the Bridgetown Military Garrison Tour, you can choose from the following options:

Military Garrison + Museum (2.5 hours)

Meet in front of the Barbados Museum and Historical Society. The tour will cover how soldiers lived during the colonial period. Bridgetown, known as St. Ann's Garrison, was the base for the members of the West Indies Regiment. Historical details, including an event involving George Washington in 1751, will be shared as we view the Military Garrison's cannon collection. A snack break will be included before entering the Barbados Museum and Historical Society to view typical plantations and old maps. This museum houses over 500,000 military artifacts!

Schedule: This tour occurs on Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 am.

Military Garrison + George Washington's House (3.5 hours)

This option enhances your historical experience with a guided tour of both the Military Garrison and George Washington's house. The tour includes a visit to the Garrison Savannah Racetrack, formerly a horseracing track in the 19th century. The focus will be on exploring the grounds, including barracks, hospitals, forts, and the prison, with insights into the life of George Washington during his time in Barbados.

Schedule: This tour occurs on Wednesday and Saturday at 1 pm.

Meeting Points

The meeting point varies by tour option:

Military Garrison + Museum: in front of the Barbados Museum and Historical SocietyMilitary Garrison + George Washington's House: at George Washington's house