Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

St. John's travel guide

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You're Going to Love St. John's

With 24,226 inhabitants, St. John's is the most populous city in Antigua And Barbuda. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything St. John's has to offer.

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Where to Eat in St. John's

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rokuni (Sugar Ridge) and Antigua Bayhouse Restaurant & Bar (Bay House Restaurant and Bar) are great picks.

When to visit St. John's

St. John's in December
Estimated package price
$260
2 travelers
Flight to St. John's
3 nights at hotel
St. John's in December
Estimated package price
$260
2 travelers
Flight to St. John's
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to St. John's

Plane

When flying to St. John's, you’ll arrive at St. John's V.C. Bird Intl (ANU), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to St. John's include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and JetBlue. The shortest flight to St. John's from the United States departs from New York and takes around 4h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to St. John's is to pick up a car rental from Saint Marys (Antigua), which is about 5 miles from St. John's. You’ll find branches of Budget and Dollar, among others, in Saint Marys (Antigua).

Plane

When flying to St. John's, you’ll arrive at St. John's V.C. Bird Intl (ANU), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to St. John's include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and JetBlue. The shortest flight to St. John's from the United States departs from New York and takes around 4h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to St. John's is to pick up a car rental from Saint Marys (Antigua), which is about 5 miles from St. John's. You’ll find branches of Budget and Dollar, among others, in Saint Marys (Antigua).

Airports near St. John's

BBQBarbuda Codrington
ANUSt. John's V.C. Bird Intl

Airlines serving St. John's

KLM
Good (1,512 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,931 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,465 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,203 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,680 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,765 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,979 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,968 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (685 reviews)
Condor
Good (408 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (688 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,328 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,678 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Air Peace
Okay (12 reviews)
interCaribbean Airways
Okay (30 reviews)
Winair
Excellent (3 reviews)
Sunrise Airways
Excellent (1 reviews)
Sky High
Good (5 reviews)
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Where to stay in St. John's

From 5-star hotels such as the Royalton Chic Antigua to great affordable options like the Heritage Hotel, St. John's offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $176 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $518 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of St. John's

Most booked hotels in St. John's

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Buccaneer Beach Club
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 390 reviews)
$195+
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Blue Waters Resort and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 128 reviews)
$577+
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Hodges Bay Resort & Spa, an HQ Luxury Resort & Residences
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 93 reviews)
$549+
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Siboney Beach Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 565 reviews)
$315+
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Galley Bay Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, 137 reviews)
$864+
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The Villas at Sunset Lane
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 17 reviews)
$305+
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Renting a car in St. John's

Renting a car in St. John's costs $61 per day, on average, or $306 if you want to rent if for 5 days. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in St. John's is the Drive A Matic branch at V.C. Bird International Airport - Meet & Greet, Burma Rd, Osbourn, which is 4 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at St. John's V.C. Bird Intl.

Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in St. John's, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in St. John's costs $61 per day, on average, or $306 if you want to rent if for 5 days. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in St. John's is the Drive A Matic branch at V.C. Bird International Airport - Meet & Greet, Burma Rd, Osbourn, which is 4 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at St. John's V.C. Bird Intl.

Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in St. John's, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in St. John's

SUV

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$63/day

SUV

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$77/day

Compact
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