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Fort James beach
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Fort James beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 5th place out of 5 beaches in the Antigua and Barbuda region 2.5 km away from its center, the city of St. John's. It is one of the beaches of Five Island Village settlement, just 2.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Fort James beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, sun umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Dickenson Bay beach, which has a rating of 8.8.
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Fort James beach is located in Antigua and Barbuda within Five Island Village, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Antigua island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"What a stunning strip of sand! The beach is a true masterpiece with breathtaking vistas of the sun setting over the horizon. The scenery is so awe-inspiring that it feels like you're in a dream. This is the kind of place where you can truly unwind and forget about all your worries. The sunsets are truly remarkable, and the colors are so vivid that they look like they're stra..."
Mika Sempre
"This beach in Antigua is considered to be one of the top choices due to its safety and quality. It also boasts a beautiful stretch of golden sand."
Wilstone Gladams
User reviews
"What a stunning strip of sand! The beach is a true masterpiece with breathtaking vistas of the sun setting over the horizon. The scenery is so awe-inspiring that it feels like you're in a dream. This is the kind of place where you can truly unwind and forget about all your worries. The sunsets are truly remarkable, and the colors are so vivid that they look like they're stra..."
Mika Sempre
"This beach in Antigua is considered to be one of the top choices due to its safety and quality. It also boasts a beautiful stretch of golden sand."
Wilstone Gladams
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Five Island Village
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880m from center
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Five Island Village
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Five Island Village
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6.1km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.3 (Very good)
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Blue Waters 1.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Blue Waters 0.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted
Blue Waters 0.2 km
Beach surroundings
Transport
- ANU• 7.4km
- Arrêt bus vers Petit...• 98.6km
Localities
- Five Island Village• 2.9km
- St. John's• 2.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Fort James beach?
The coastline of Fort James beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Fort James beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are umbrellas on the beach, which are provided free of charge, but there are no sunbeds and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
Is the Fort James beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Fort James beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Fort James beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Fort James beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Fort James beach?
The bar is located right on the Fort James beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Fort James beach?
There are 142 places to stay in the Fort James beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Fort James beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Fort James beach from parking?
The Fort James beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
What is the best time of the year to visit Fort James beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Fort James beach is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Fort James beach (Antigua and Barbuda) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Fort James beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.
