Grenada: Tourist & Vacation Guide

Country's codes

International phone code for Grenada: +1-473

Standard ISO 3166-1:

3 letters: GRD

2 letters (internet domain): .GD

Digital country code 308

Standard EAN-13 (country barcode): 473

Olympic country code: GRN

FIFA code: GRN

🇬🇩 Grenada Travel Guide

🇬🇩 Grenada, known as the “Spice Isle,” is a Caribbean paradise of nutmeg plantations, rainforest waterfalls, and stunning crescent beaches. From the famous Grand Anse Beach to underwater sculpture parks, it offers a perfect blend of relaxation, culture, and adventure.

🌍 RegionCaribbean (Lesser Antilles)

⭐ Famous forNutmeg, cocoa, Grand Anse Beach, underwater sculpture park

📅 Best time to visitDecember – April (dry season)

💰 CurrencyEast Caribbean dollar (XCD)

  ✨ Why visit Grenada?

  Grenada enchants visitors with fragrant spice plantations, lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and some of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches. Add friendly locals, excellent sailing, and the world’s first underwater sculpture park — it’s a true hidden gem.

Top Attractions in Grenada

🏖️ Grand Anse Beach

Two miles of powdery white sand and turquoise water, consistently ranked among the world’s best beaches. Perfect for swimming, kayaking, and sunset strolls.

🌿 Grand Etang National Park

A lush rainforest reserve centered around a volcanic crater lake, home to Mona monkeys, tropical birds, and scenic hiking trails to waterfalls.

🗿 Molinere Underwater Sculpture Park

A unique snorkeling or diving site featuring life-sized concrete sculptures by Jason deCaires Taylor, creating an artificial reef teeming with marine life.

🏰 Fort George & Fort Frederick

Historic hilltop forts offering panoramic views of St. George’s harbor — one of the Caribbean’s most picturesque port towns.

Best Places to Visit

🏙️ St. George’s – Colorful capital with a horseshoe harbor, bustling market, and historic forts.
🌊 Carriacou & Petite Martinique – Grenada’s tranquil northern islands known for boat-building, sandy beaches, and laid-back vibes.
🍫 Belmont Estate – A working plantation where you can see cocoa processing, taste organic chocolate, and learn about nutmeg production.
💧 Annandale Falls – A beautiful 10-meter waterfall surrounded by tropical gardens, just a short drive from St. George’s.
🌺 River Antoine Rum Distillery – The oldest functioning water-powered distillery in the Caribbean, producing potent rum since 1785.

  💡 Travel Tip: Grenada is nicknamed the “Spice Isle” because it produces nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and vanilla. Visit the St. George’s Market on Saturday mornings to buy fresh spices directly from farmers — a fragrant souvenir!

Things to Do in Grenada

Snorkel or dive the Molinere Underwater Sculpture Park — accessible from Grand Anse Beach.
Hike to Concord, Annandale, or Seven Sisters waterfalls for a refreshing dip.
Take a spice plantation tour and see how nutmeg, cocoa, and vanilla are grown and processed.
Sail to the uninhabited Sandy Island (Carriacou) for pristine snorkeling and picnics.
Attend a local festival — Carnival (August) or Carriacou’s Parang (Christmas season folk music).

🍽️ Local Experience: Grenadian cuisine blends African, French, and British influences. Try Oil Down (the national dish — breadfruit, salted meat, dumplings, and vegetables cooked in coconut milk), fresh lobster, roti, and nutmeg ice cream. Don’t leave without sipping a rum punch!

Travel Tips for Visitors

☀️ Year-round warm temperatures (75–85°F / 24–30°C); 🌀 Hurricane season runs June–November (Grenada is south of the main hurricane belt, so risk is lower).
🚗 Taxis and rental cars are available; driving is on the left side. Minibuses are a cheap way to get around the island.
💵 US dollars are widely accepted, but change is often given in East Caribbean dollars (XCD). Credit cards work at major hotels and restaurants.
🦟 Mosquito repellent is recommended, especially after rain and near waterfalls.

📌 Useful Country Information

Quick Facts

Total area: 133 sq mi (344 sq km)

Population (2023 est.): ~126,000

Capital: St. George’s (~33,000)

🇬🇩 St. George’s: Capital City Profile

Other major cities: Gouyave, Grenville, Sauteurs, Hillsborough (Carriacou)

Currency: East Caribbean dollar (XCD) — pegged to USD at 2.70 XCD = 1 USD

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National name: Grenada

Language: English (official); Grenadian Creole English, Grenadian Creole French (Patois)

Ethnicity/race: African descent 82.4%, mixed 13.3%, East Indian 1.3%, other/unspecified 3%

Religions: Protestant 49.2%, Roman Catholic 29.3%, Jehovah’s Witness 1.2%, Rastafarian 1.1%, other/none 19.2%

National Holiday: February 7, Independence Day (from United Kingdom, 1974).

Background

🇬🇩 Grenada is a small island nation in the southeastern Caribbean, consisting of the main island of Grenada plus six smaller islands (most notably Carriacou and Petite Martinique). It is known as the “Spice Isle” due to its prolific production of nutmeg and mace.
🌋 The island is volcanic in origin, with lush interior mountains, crater lakes, and fertile soil that supports spice cultivation and tropical rainforests.
🍫 Grenada has become famous for its organic cocoa and high-quality chocolate — many estates offer tours showing the bean-to-bar process.
🇺🇸 Grenada made international headlines in 1983 when the United States invaded following a coup. Today, it is a stable democracy and popular tourist destination, particularly for cruises and yachting.