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Six Cross Roads (Barbados)
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Practical info — Six Cross Roads

🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

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💡 Tips

  • The intersection can be busy during rush hours; plan your driving accordingly.
  • It's the primary commercial hub of Saint Philip, so you'll find most essential services here.
  • Parking is generally available in the shopping center lots.
  • Expect some delays near the roundabouts and drive defensively.

🍽 Food

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Bajan Fast Food

Try one of the local fast food chains near the roundabout for a quick roti or macaroni pie.

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Local Bakeries

Pick up fresh coconut bread or meat patties from the small bakeries in the shopping center.

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Rum Shop Cutters

Find a nearby village rum shop just outside the center for authentic ham or cheese cutters.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Emerald City Supermarket

The largest grocery store in the area, offering a vast selection of local and imported goods.

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Hardware & Home Stores

Explore the surrounding shops for practical local goods, tools, and Caribbean homewares.

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Sunbury Plantation Grounds

A short drive away, the historic grounds offer a peaceful retreat from the busy junction.

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Surrounding Cane Fields

Take a short scenic drive on the backroads for serene views of the rolling agricultural landscape.

Six Cross Roads is the lively commercial heartbeat of the parish of Saint Philip, located in the southeastern corner of Barbados. True to its name, this bustling hub developed around a unique intersection where six main roads converge, historically establishing it as a vital link between the coastal parishes and the island's interior. Today, Six Cross Roads has transformed into a modern town center, featuring large shopping complexes, banks, and a major polyclinic that serves the entire region. Despite its rapid growth as a business district, the area maintains a distinct island charm, surrounded by rolling hills and vast sugar cane fields. It serves as an essential gateway for those traveling to the striking Atlantic beaches nearby, including the world-famous Crane Beach and the rugged beauty of Foul Bay. Visiting Six Cross Roads features travelers a genuine glimpse into Bajan daily life, providing a refreshing contrast to the tourist-heavy West Coast, with plenty of opportunities to sample local cuisine.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan–Mar.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg °C262626272828282828282827
Rain mm34191928527274959813210749

Geography

Population
1,005 (2025)
Coordinates
13.11600, -59.47900

Facts

  • Population: approx. 800.
  • Elevation: about 100 meters above sea level.
  • Distance to Bridgetown: 10 km.
  • St. George's Parish Church was built in 1650.
  • The junction connects Highways 2, 2A, 4, 4A, 5, and 6.
  • Area: about 0.5 square kilometers.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Six Cross Roads?
A busy shopping and traffic hub on Barbados.
Are there tourist attractions there?
Rather less, it is more a place for daily needs.
Is it safe?
Yes, it is a normal, busy place.
Is it suitable for families?
There are supermarkets and services, but no entertainment for kids.
How best to get there?
It is located at a main intersection and is easily accessible by bus.
Six Cross Roads: where is it located?
Six Cross Roads is located in Barbados.
Six Cross Roads: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Mar.
Six Cross Roads: why is it worth visiting?
Six Cross Roads is the lively commercial heartbeat of the parish of Saint Philip, located in the southeastern corner of Barbados.
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