Landmark
Hermitage (Carriacou)
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Hermitage, a restored 18th-century plantation estate on Carriacou, offers a glimpse into the island's colonial past. The property features a small museum displaying artifacts, photographs, and tools from the sugar and rum production era. Visitors can tour the original stone buildings, including the rum distillery, and sample locally made rum. The estate's peaceful gardens and panoramic views of the surrounding hills make it a serene spot to learn about Carriacou's history and agricultural traditions.
Don't miss
- Tour the museum to see antique sugar-processing equipment and historical photographs.
- Sample the estate's own rum, produced using traditional methods.
- Stroll through the botanical gardens, which feature native plants and fruit trees.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Hermitage (Carriacou)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inFreetour Cartagena and Gethsemane, Caribbean Heritage and Tradition4.7★ · 38 travelers2–3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$12 per personSee dates →
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Private & flexibleUnapologetically BLACK! A Heritage Walking Tour of Bridgetown4.9★ · 12 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$55 per personSee dates →More attractions in Carriacou