Saint Andrew
Saint Andrew is a STATE in Barbados, North America.
Saint Andrew, known as the 'Green Giant' of Barbados, is the island's largest and most rugged parish, offering travelers an authentic escape into unspoiled natural beauty. This lush, mountainous region is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers, featuring the island's highest point at Mount Hillaby and the stunning Scotland District with its dramatic cliffs and rolling hills. Visitors can explore the historic Morgan Lewis Windmill, the last intact sugar windmill in the Caribbean, or hike through the tropical rainforest of Turner's Hall Woods. The parish boasts breathtaking coastal views from Cherry Tree Hill and the iconic Animal Flower Cave at North Point, where sea caves reveal natural rock pools. Saint Andrew's rural charm is complemented by its vibrant community spirit, evident in local rum shops and the annual Crop Over festival celebrations. With its cooler temperatures, scenic countryside drives, and opportunities for birdwatching, hiking, and photography, Saint Andrew provides a tranquil contrast to Barbados' bustling coastal resorts.
Best time to visit Saint Andrew
December to April (dry season) offers sunny weather with minimal rain, ideal for hiking and outdoor activities. May to June and November are good shoulder seasons with fewer crowds. Avoid September to October (peak hurricane season). The Crop Over festival (June-August) brings vibrant cultural events throughout Barbados, including Saint Andrew.
October
NowTypical for October
- Weather
- Hot 29-33°C, humid, rain
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- Low
Quiet time, good deals.
Know before you go
Getting there
Grantley Adams International Airport
International
25 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
20 Mbps
Mobile data
Good
WiFi
Available at hotels and cafes, but may be slow in rural areas
Local SIM
Local SIM available at airport from $5
Calling code
+1-246
Stay safe
Overall
8/10Generally safe, but remain vigilant in isolated areas.
Night safety
7/10Generally safe, but remain vigilant in isolated areas.
Transport
9/10Scam risk
6/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Currency
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
More facts
Population
5,100
Area
36 km²
Government
Parish Council within a parliamentary constitutional monarchy
ISO code
BB-02
Type
Province
Frequently Asked Questions
Also known as: Saint Andrew, BB-02, Greenland, Grenlandiya, Grinlend, Groenland, Groenlandia, Groenlândia, Grönland, Qrenlandiya, ghrynland, grinalainda, grinalyanda, gryn lynڈ, grynlnd, gurinrando, Гринленд, غرينلاند, ګrynlnډ, ګرینلنډ, گرین لینڈ, گرینلند, ग्रीनलैंड, গ্রীনল্যান্ড, ਗ੍ਰੀਨਲੈਂਡ, ግrinilanidi, ግሪንላንድ, グリーンランド



