Spas and beaches in Spanish Town
With sugar sand beaches and mysterious ruins, interesting museums and luxurious spas, Spanish Town is a low key but delightful seaside town in the British Virgin Islands. With the clear, warm waters of the Caribbean Sea on both sides of Spanish Town, water sports abound both above and below the waves. Spanish Town vacation rentals are only a short walk to pristine beaches, cheerful cafes with calypso music and stunning natural rock formations. Whether you want a peaceful holiday of naps on the beach and massages at the spa, or exciting outdoor adventures, you'll find it here in Spanish Town.
Night tours and grottoes in Spanish Town
No trip to Spanish Town is complete without a day spent at The Baths, a spectacular geological wonder of massive granite boulders clustered around the shoreline, forming sheltered grottoes where visitors can swim and explore. Spanish Town vacation rentals are a short drive from the ruins of the Old Copper Mine, an amazing tribute to hardy Cornish miners, with stunning water views. For a unique view of marine life, you can take a night kayak tour, which features lighted, glass-bottom kayaks. It's a truly magical experience with the moonlight glistening on the water as you watch fish swim beneath you.
Subtropical warmth in Spanish Town
Spanish Town enjoys a beautiful subtropical climate, with consistently warm temperatures. Seasons in Spanish Town vary only slightly. Winter is the driest season, with very little rain from January to May. Temperatures hover between the low 70s and low 80s. Temperatures start rising in June, soaring up into the high 80s during the day, cooling off to the mid 70s at night. Spanish Town does not have the intense rainy season that some Caribbean islands have. Rains increase around July, and hurricane season runs from summer into fall. If you want good weather but few crowds, visit from September through December.
Exploring the natural features in Spanish Town
Travelers enjoy Spanish Town for its beaches and island views. Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, Spanish Town is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are some of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Little Dix Bay Beach (0.8 mi / 1.2 km)
- Savannah Beach (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
- The Baths National Park (1.6 mi / 2.6 km)
- The Baths (1.8 mi / 2.9 km)
- Bitter End Gardens (5.8 mi / 9.4 km)
- Marina Cay Beach (6.3 mi / 10.1 km)
Traveling to and around Spanish Town
The nearest airport is in Terrance B. Lettsome Intl. Airport (EIS), located 7 mi (11.3 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Spanish Town (VIJ-Virgin Gorda), which is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.