Cool Down At Carlisle Bay
Centrally located in St. Michael on the island’s south coast, Carlisle Bay is a pretty crescent-shaped bay popular with locals and visitors. The island’s capital city, Bridgetown, is situated on this Bay and is a popular spot for scuba diving and snorkeling with the ability to see an underwater shipwreck. Many relics, like anchors and cannonballs from ships, can be found on the ocean floor in Carlisle.
Like most south coast beaches, it’s an excellent place for swimming and has a long stretch of calm water for shallow dipping and deeper swimming.
Carlisle Bay is home to one of Barbados’ historic lighthouses, Needham’s Point Lighthouse.
Beach Time In The Bay
With such a long stretch of sandy beach, Carlisle Bay is a popular workout spot for many Bajans in the early morning and sunset. The length of the beach at Carlisle Bay also spans both Brownes and Pebbles beaches.
It’s an excellent beach for a scenic walk (or run) along the sand, followed by a dip in the beautiful calm waters of the Bay.
Carlisle Bay is also a perfect spot for a picnic, and you’ll find that many locals head to this beach on a Sunday for family fun in the sun.
Carlisle Bay has a lot of action; however, you never feel overcrowded because of the beach’s length. Various beach vendors will gladly rent you a beach chair and umbrella for a reasonable daily price. The beach gets a little fuller in the evening as locals head down to play beach tennis, participate in fitness and swimming groups, and kayak on the calmer waters here.
You can also go scuba diving or snorkeling at Carlisle Bay, as human-made shipwrecks have been sunk to encourage marine life, making this an excellent diving spot.
And plenty of water sports are on offer, like jet skis and boat rides, to keep you entertained all day.
Places of Interest
Savvy on the Bay in Carlisle Bay, Barbados, is a premier destination combining an event venue and a food truck park with a beach bar. This unique setting offers an ideal backdrop for various events such as weddings, corporate functions, fetes, and graduations, making it a top choice for event planning in the Caribbean.
Located on the stunning Carlisle Bay beach, “Savvy on the Bay” is perfect for locals and tourists. It’s known for its exceptional Caribbean cuisine, vibrant music, and relaxing beach atmosphere, where guests can enjoy a sea bath and sunset cocktails. The beach bar is trendy for its happy hour, providing a lively escape from the daily rush.
Suppose you want to have some serious beach time while on your vacation. Be sure to stop by Harbour Lights Beach Bar and Grill in the heart of Carlisle Bay. Especially as a cruise passenger, it’s a beautiful, picture-perfect way to spend your day in paradise.
“Harbour Lights” boasts a relaxed atmosphere with a fully stocked bar perfectly positioned on the beach deck. Why not stop by and quench your thirst after a hard day at the beach with an exotic cocktail or simple mix of local rum and coke?
You can enjoy various great music while savoring the local cuisine the Beach Bar-B-Que Grill serves.
Beach chairs and umbrellas are also available to rent here for a nominal fee. For your convenience, there are freshwater showers, bathrooms, a pool table, and a Wi-fi internet connection to use at your leisure.
Another place at Carlisle Bay that’s worth a visit is the Boatyard. Whether you’ve just stepped off a cruise, are here on vacation, or are even a local, this is a great spot. Here, you’ll find some excellent facilities, all on offer at a package price. These include beach chairs and umbrellas, an ocean trampoline, a rope swing, a darts board, a beachside restaurant, a bar, and good music to ease you into the island vibes.
Want to know more? Visit The Boatyard.
You’ll also find the beachfront restaurant Lobster Alive at Carlisle Bay. It’s open for lunch and dinner and is known for being one of the island’s best live jazz venues (on certain nights). For more information, please visit Lobster Alive.
If you’re looking for something more low-key and grassroots, visit Dee’s Bar, a small local bar on the beach at Carlisle Bay. Here, you’ll get a real taste of local life, and there’s even karaoke on certain evenings, too!
Amenities
— Sun loungers and umbrellas for rent
— Easy access to food and drinks
— Beach bars
— Freshwater toilets, showers, and changing facilities
— Pool Table & Wi-Fi
— Excellent snorkeling and swimming with the turtles available
— Lifeguard
— Parking available
— Picnic tables
— Beach activities
— Water sports
Features
— Great swimming
— Disabled access
— Beach activities
Driving Directions
If you are coming from Bridgetown, head along the south coast road towards Oistins.
Follow this road straight out of town, and you will see Harbour Lights on your right-hand side.
Note: You don’t need to travel far; driving should only take about 5 minutes.
Just past Harbour Lights, you’ll find ample parking and the glistening sea beckoning you to dip!
Tip: If driving isn’t an option, we suggest catching the number 11 ZR Van marked ‘to Silver Sands’ from the ‘van stand’ in Bridgetown. This van takes you along the south coast road, and you can ask the driver to put you off at Carlisle Bay or Harbour Lights.
View the location of the beach on our Barbados Interactive Map.
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