Car rental in Bridgetown

City Attractions

Bridgetown boasts a range of attractions that cater to every tourist's taste. The top attractions include:

• Careenage: A picturesque marina with numerous waterfront restaurants and bars.
• Parliament Buildings: Beautiful neo-Gothic buildings, housing the third oldest Parliament in the Commonwealth.
• National Heroes Square: A significant cultural and historical site featuring a statue of Lord Nelson.
• Bridgetown Synagogue: One of the oldest synagogues in the Western Hemisphere.

Car Rental in Bridgetown

Renting a car in Bridgetown is one of the best ways to explore the city and its surrounding areas. Here are some insider tips:

Car Class Recommendations

• Economy Class: These cars are perfect for city driving thanks to their small size and fuel efficiency.
• Convertible Class: Ideal for getting around scenic routes with the top down, enjoying the warm weather.

Parking

Street parking is available throughout Bridgetown. There are also several off-street parking lots. Remember to always check for any parking restrictions before leaving your car.

Driving Rules & Traffic Laws

Please note that in Barbados, drive on the left side of the road and the use of seatbelts is mandatory for all occupants of the vehicle. Speed limits typically range between 50km/h in built-up areas and 80km/h on highways.

Exploring the Surrounding Areas

There's a lot to see and do outside Bridgetown too:

• Holetown: Located just north of Bridgetown, Holetown offers a variety of shopping, dining, and beach options.
• Harrison's Cave: A stunning crystallized limestone cavern, offering guided tours.
• Animal Flower Cave: Located in North Point, it's famous for its sea anemones, hence the name Animal Flower Cave.

Local Currency

The local currency is the Barbadian Dollar (BBD), but US Dollars are also widely accepted across the city.

Seasonal Events

Bridgetown is known for its lively events, the most notable being the Crop Over festival, celebrating the end of the sugar cane harvest, held in the summer.