From miles of pristine coastline to shipwreck diving sites, Anguilla has landmark attractions for everyone.
Shoal Bay
Shoal Bay, one of the Caribbean’s premier beaches, features two miles of pristine coastline where relaxation meets adventure. With gentle waves and vibrant coral reefs, the clear waters are ideal for diving, snorkelling, and kayaking, and as a bonus, green sea turtles can often be seen in Shoal Bay East. The peaceful atmosphere invites relaxation, whilst the upper beach offers spirited live music and a variety of restaurants, perfect for social gatherings.
Fountain Cavern and Big Spring
Near Shoal Bay, Fountain Cavern National Park houses the Caribbean’s most significant pre-Columbian ceremonial site. This archaeological treasure contains a 14-foot carved stalagmite of Jocahu, the supreme deity of the Indigenous Taino people, dating back over 1,000 years. Whereas Big Spring, in Island Harbour, hosts one of only two known petroglyph (rock carving) sites in Anguilla – the other being Fountain Cavern – featuring over 100 petroglyphs dating from AD 600-1200. Most depict three indentations that may symbolise the faces of local Amerindians.
Stoney Bay Marine Park
Stoney Bay, one of the island’s seven marine parks, is a popular diving site where divers can explore the shipwreck and its treasures, including coral-covered cannons and encrusted anchors. In 1772, a ship carrying Franciscan missionaries and valuable cargo sank off Anguilla’s coast, creating an underwater museum that supports thriving reefs and marine life.
Sandy Island
Sandy Island is a small cay off Sandy Ground beach in Anguilla that offers visitors a sensational tropical experience. It’s far away enough for that quintessential Robinson Crusoe feeling, yet close enough to remain connected to the comforts of the mainland. The island’s restaurant opens daily, serving fresh seafood and grilled meats, whilst the bar is fully stocked with ice cold beers and spirits from around the world.
Wallblake House
Built in 1787, Wallblake House is the oldest and only surviving plantation house in Anguilla. It is also one of the few plantation houses remaining in the Caribbean where the entire complex of buildings, including the kitchen, stable, and workers quarters, have survived and remain virtually intact. The Wallblake House Trust maintains the complex so that it can thrive as a centre for cultural, social, and educational events for the entire island.
Katouche
Hike and climb through Katouche, an 80-acre estate often referred to as the “rainforest” of Anguilla. Almost every plant indigenous to Anguilla can be found on the estate, where you can learn about their many medicinal and household uses or climb into its two incredible natural caves, which were once inhabited by a gigantic rodent.
