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Embark on a captivating 2-hour journey through time as our expert tour guide leads you to some of Barbados' oldest surviving churches dating all the way back to the 16th century.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant stories of the St. Michael’s Cathedral, the island's first church, that witnessed the island's settlement and the dominance of religion for over two centuries. Discover the fascinating struggle for Methodism's establishment, where a Barbadian hero stood up against the British, defending her religious beliefs.
Delve into the legacy of the St. Mary Church, the site of the first parish church, and its surrounding areas that once thrived as Bridgetown's impressive hotel district.
Book your unforgettable historic church tour now and witness the island's heritage come to life.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Travelers will find me in Independence Square.
Itinerary
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Your guide will then walk you to the Historic St Michael Cathedral. Originally completed in the mid-1600s.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Learn about the rich Nidhe Jewish Synagogue, built-in 1654 and beautifully restored in the late 1980s after being abandoned for nearly 50 years.( Optional)
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Stroll unto to James Street Methodist Church with your guide and hear the riveting history of how one of Barbados' heroes kept the Methodist flame alive, persecuted on numerous occasion relentlessly, facing her persecutors bravely, giving Barbadian religious freedom. See her Grave Site.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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St Mary’s Church which was constructed in 1825 and consecrated on July 27th, 1827, the second oldest piece of the consecrated ground. in Barbados
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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