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Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
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Practical info — Port Elizabeth

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🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

  • Walk the Belmont Walkway to explore the harbor without dealing with road traffic.
  • Open-backed 'dollar vans' are the fun, cheap way to travel across the island.
  • The ferry terminal is right in the town center; buy tickets shortly before departure.
  • Take the pedestrian trail at the end of the walkway to reach Princess Margaret Beach directly.

🍽 Food

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Lobster Pizza

A famous Bequia specialty, look for it at waterfront pizzerias.

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Conch Fritters

Popular bar snack served with spicy sauce around the harbor.

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Fresh Jackfish

Often grilled fresh at the small beachside bars.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Bequia Model Boat Shops

Bequia is world-famous for handcrafted model sailing boats, found near the harbor.

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Rasta Craft Market

Near the ferry dock, good for handmade jewelry and wood carvings.

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Princess Margaret Beach

An impressive, quiet strip of sand easily reached on foot.

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Hamilton Battery

Old fort ruins offering a peaceful spot and great views of Admiralty Bay.

Port Elizabeth serves as the lively capital and primary gateway to the island of Bequia, set within the easy on the eye Admiralty Bay. This expansive natural harbor is widely regarded as one of the best in the Caribbean, making the town a premier destination for international sailing yachts and cruise visitors. Named in honor of Queen Elizabeth II, the settlement blends colonial heritage with a laid-back maritime atmosphere. The scenic Belmont Walkway follows the shoreline, leading visitors past colorful waterfront bars, diverse restaurants, and local boutiques specializing in hand-carved model boats, a craft for which Bequia is world-renowned. As the island's commercial hub, Port Elizabeth provides essential services and the main ferry terminal for boats traveling to Kingstown on Saint Vincent. Despite its role as a busy port, the town maintains an intimate and welcoming feel, offering easy access to memorable nearby beaches and serving as the well-suited base for exploring the unique culture and natural beauty of the Grenadines.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan–Mar.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg °C272627272828282828282827
Rain mm2715202141687488881078943

Geography

Population
839 (2026)
Coordinates
13.00330, -61.23560

Facts

  • Port Elizabeth is the main arrival point for ferries from Saint Vincent.
  • Admiralty Bay once served as a vital base for the British Royal Navy.
  • The town is home to the Bequia Maritime Museum and heritage center.
  • The Belmont Walkway provides scenic coastal access to southern beaches.
  • Traditional wooden boat-building techniques are still actively practiced here.
  • The town was named in honor of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom.

Explore nearby

Notable places around

DerrickDerrick2 km · SWExplore →
Fort DuvernetteFort Duvernette7 km · EExplore →
Kingstown Deep Water HarbourKingstown Deep Water Harbour8 km · EExplore →
CalliaquaCalliaqua8 km · NEExplore →
Dorsetshire HillDorsetshire Hill9 km · EExplore →
Camden Park Industrial EstateCamden Park Industrial Estate9 km · EExplore →
Mustique Turtle SanctuaryMustique Turtle Sanctuary9 km · NWExplore →
Diamond Industrial EstateDiamond Industrial Estate10 km · NEExplore →

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Sights in the town Port Elizabeth (7)

Fort Hamilton🛡️ fortress

Historic fort on a hill overlooking Port Elizabeth.

Bequia Heritage Museum🏛 museum

The Bequia Heritage Museum exhibits local history and culture in Port Elizabeth.

Belmont Beach🎡 recreation

Belmont Beach stretches as a beautiful coastal strip through Port Elizabeth, capturing the serene mood of Saint Vincent. The straightforward shoreline invites leisurely strolls and short, refreshing dips in the water. If you appreciate tranquility, a walk in the late afternoon light is particularly appealing.

Hope Bay Beach🎡 recreation

The extensive sandy expanse of Hope Bay Beach in Port Elizabeth is a magnificent slice of nature on Saint Vincent. Visitors can look forward to relaxing bathing moments in an idyllic setting. Stopping by on weekdays usually promises plenty of open space for those seeking to unwind.

Princess Margaret Bay Beach🎡 recreation

As a popular bathing resort, Princess Margaret Bay Beach attracts many guests to Port Elizabeth. The inviting waters of Saint Vincent provide convenient conditions here for both swimmers and sun worshipers. To avoid the largest crowds, it is well worth starting your beach day in the early morning.

Lower Bay📍 landmark

Sandy beach on Lower Bay in Port Elizabeth.

Mount Peggy🌿 nature

Mount Peggy is an elevated viewpoint offering sweeping vistas in Port Elizabeth.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Port Elizabeth?
Port Elizabeth is the main arrival point for ferries from St. Vincent.
How much time should I spend in Port Elizabeth?
One to two days are completely sufficient to explore the town and nearby bays.
Are there good restaurants there?
Yes, there are excellent restaurants serving fresh-caught fish right by the harbor.
Is Port Elizabeth ideal for vacationers?
Definitely, it is an excellent base for island-hopping and beach days.
How is the climate in Port Elizabeth?
Tropically warm year-round, with a drier phase in winter.
Port Elizabeth: where is it located?
Port Elizabeth is located in St. Vincent & Grenadines.
Port Elizabeth: what is there to see?
Highlights include Fort Hamilton, Bequia Heritage Museum, Belmont Beach.
Port Elizabeth: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Mar.
Port Elizabeth: why is it worth visiting?
Port Elizabeth serves as the lively capital and primary gateway to the island of Bequia, set within the easy on the eye Admiralty Bay.
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Nearby cities

Kingstown — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Kingstown
Kingstown is the capital and chief port of Saint Vincent.
Calliaqua — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Calliaqua
Calliaqua is located on the southern coast of Saint Vincent.
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Byera Hill
Byera Hill is a settlement on the eastern coast of Saint Vincent.
Biabou — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Biabou
Biabou is a settlement on the eastern coast of Saint Vincent.
Barrouallie Fisheries Complex — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Barrouallie Fisheries Complex
A significant coastal hub for the national fishing industry.
Barrouallie — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Barrouallie
Barrouallie is a coastal town on the western side of Saint Vincent.
Derrick — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Derrick
Derrick is a small settlement in the south of Bequia island.
Chateaubelair — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Chateaubelair
Chateaubelair is the northernmost town on the leeward coast of Saint Vincent.
Dovers — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Dovers
Dovers is a small settlement on the exclusive island of Mustique.
Layou — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Layou
Layou is situated north of Kingstown on the western coast.

History & landmarks

Indian Bay Beach — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Indian Bay Beach
A popular sandy beach on the southern coast protected by a coral reef.
Kingstown Central Market — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Kingstown Central Market
The largest trading hub for local farmers and vendors.
The Carnegie Building — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
The Carnegie Building
Opened in 1909, this building in Kingstown formerly housed the public library.
House of Assembly — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
House of Assembly
This historic building is where the parliament of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines meets.
Victoria Park — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Victoria Park
This historic sports ground was named in 1887 in honor of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee.

Nature

Mustique Turtle Sanctuary — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Mustique Turtle Sanctuary
A protected area on Mustique Island dedicated to the conservation and monitoring of sea turtles.
Mount St. Andrew — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Mount St. Andrew
A peak rising 735 meters above Kingstown, offering panoramic views of the Grenadines.
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Petit Canouan Wildlife Reserve
An uninhabited island designated as a strict wildlife reserve for nesting seabirds.
Layou River — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Layou River
A major river on the leeward side of the island that creates a large alluvial plain near the coast.
Vermont Nature Trail — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Vermont Nature Trail
This reserve protects the habitat of the rare St.

More places

Fort Duvernette — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Fort Duvernette
Fort Duvernette is a defensive fortification built around 1800 on a massive volcanic rock.
Kingstown Deep Water Harbour — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Kingstown Deep Water Harbour
The primary maritime gateway for Saint Vincent, handling container ships and cargo.
Old Public Library — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Old Public Library
The Old Public Library in Kingstown is a colonial-era building that now serves as the Heritage Hall.
Kingstown Cenotaph — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Kingstown Cenotaph
This memorial was erected in 1925 to commemorate the soldiers from St.
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St. George's Cathedral
The Anglican cathedral in Kingstown was built in 1820 in the Georgian style.
Kingstown Methodist Church — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
Kingstown Methodist Church
The Kingstown Methodist Church is a historic structure completed in 1841 on the site of a former Roman Catholic church.
St. Mary's Cathedral of the Assumption — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
St. Mary's Cathedral of the Assumption
This Roman Catholic cathedral features an unusual mix of Gothic, Romanesque, and Moorish architectural styles.
St. Mary's Cathedral — Port Elizabeth (St. Vincent & Grenadines)
St. Mary's Cathedral
St.