Rodney Bay is truly a charming place to stay, whether you’re coming to St. Lucia on your honeymoon, a family vacation or traveling solo.
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If you’re planning a trip to St. Lucia and plan on staying in Rodney Bay, you’re in luck!
In this article we’ll suggest some things to do there, to make your trip even more memorable.
We’ve handpicked some of the best things to do in Rodney Bay so that you can squeeze every last bit of enjoyment from your stay.
Do them, and you’ll leave St. Lucia knowing that you’ve made the most of your trip.
1. Party Like a Local at the Gros Islet Friday Night Street Party
First on our list is a traveler favorite and, it’s one of the best ways to experience a more authentic side of St. Lucia.
The Friday night street party at Gros Islet is where many St. Lucians come to unwind.
And, many tourists from hotels in the north also flock there to enjoy the street party.
A few of the streets in Gros Islet get closed off to allow the freedom of movement for party-goers.
If it’s your first time there, it’ll be a real eye-opening experience as you wander the streets of Gros Islet.
You’ll get to sample delicious local St. Lucian food, including tasty barbecued meat and freshly-caught seafood grilled to perfection.
Care for a shot of St. Lucia’s famous spiced rums?
At the street party, you will find many a flavor of local St. Lucian spiced rum for your drinking pleasure.
After you’ve sampled our local food and rum, you can then party to some St. Lucian and Caribbean music played by live bands and DJs.
You’ll also get a chance to meet and mingle with the locals, who are always happy to give you lots of tips about St. Lucia.
You can secure a guide for the Gros Islet street party from St. Lucia Travel Guides.
2. Spend the day at Reduit Beach
Reduit Beach (pronounce Red-Wee, in case you were wondering how to say it) is one of the longest beaches in the north of St. Lucia.
If you need a day to relax and recharge, Reduit beach is an excellent place to do it.
Recline on the beautiful white sand, or rent a beach chair on the beach to soak up the blazing Caribbean sun.
To upgrade your experience while there, book yourself a spa pampering session from Spencer – a masseuse who does massages right on the beach.
If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can rent a jet ski to explore the surrounding bay and enjoy the scenery.
Since Reduit beach is one of the more accessible beaches in the north, it is very popular with tourists, so on cruise ship days, it can get a bit crowded.
3. Hike Fort Rodney and Signal Peak at the Pigeon Island National Park
If you’re in for some adventure while staying in the Rodney Bay area, then consider the hike up Fort Rodney and signal peak in the Pigeon Island National Park.
Built in 1778, Fort Rodney was used by both the French and the British Army during the 14 battles for St Lucia.
There you will also find lots of historical ruins from the wars.
You can enjoy a guided tour with a detailed history lesson on Pigeon Island.
And, you will get to experience some stunning views of the island.
Fort Rodney is joined to Signal Peak by a saddle, so you can easily visit both sites on the same day.
The trek to Signal Peak is a little more strenuous, so bear this in mind if you are bringing your kids.
The guides at Pigeon island are friendly and knowledgeable, so you’ll be in the right company during your hike.
4. Go Jet-skiing between Pigeon Island and Rodney Bay
The coastline between pigeon Island and Rodney Bay has fascinating scenery.
And, renting a jet ski is an excellent way to get a panoramic view of it.
If you’ve never used a jet ski before, you may feel a bit nervous about trying it.
But, the experienced guides will provide you with detailed instructions to help you on your way.
Once you get going, zooming along the calm waters of the bay is a most thrilling experience.
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It’s a quick way to get a great view of the picturesque Gros Islet coastline.
5. Try Your Luck at the Treasure Bay Casino
Anyone would love to win some extra money while traveling.
If you visit the Treasure bay casino in Rodney Bay, you may just hit that jackpot.
Even if you don’t win any money at the Treasure Bay casino, it’s still a fun way to spend a few hours while liming in Rodney Bay.
Treasure Bay Casino is St Lucia’s only casino located inside the Baywalk Mall.
There you’ll find slot machines and table games to indulge in your favorite type of gambling.
They also have lots of big screens showing sporting events from around the world.
So, you can watch the big game while you chill at their bar, having a drink, and enjoying the light food menu.
6. Go Shopping at Bay Walk Mall & JQ Rodney Bay Mall
Shopping may be an essential part of your holiday.
And there’s not a more convenient place to do it than at Bay Walk Mall & JQ Rodney Bay Mall.
The two malls are in the heart of Rodney Bay, – side by side and separated by the main road.
There you will find shops selling all kinds of merchandise, including St. Lucia souvenirs that you can take home for friends and family.
Together, the two malls offer over 50 shopping experiences in fresh air-conditioned comfort – perfect if you’re not used to the hot Caribbean weather!
7. Hike Up Mount Pimard
Would you’d like to experience one of the most stunning views of the Rodney Bay area?
Then, take a hike up Mount Pimard.
This trek is led by experienced guides who will entertain you with interesting facts about St Lucia so that you will barely even focus on the hike.
When you get to the summit, you will see a truly breathtaking view of Rodney Bay.
Mount Pimard is a worthwhile hike, mainly to capture unique photographic opportunities of the entire Rodney Bay area.
You can book a Mount Pimard hike with Lucian style experiences – a touring service located in Rodney Bay.
8. Have Loads of Fun at Splash Island Water Park
The Splash Island Water Park is one of the newest attractions in St Lucia, and the creators went all out to make it an enjoyable experience.
This water park has enormous inflatable obstacles that will wear out even the most energetic of paddlers!
It’s a perfect attraction if you’re traveling with the kids.
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Fun seekers of all ages will enjoy its many features.
Splash Island Water Park’s attractions include a climbing wall, monkey bars, trampolines, hurdles, and even water polo.
9. Taste the Healthiest Local Fruit Smoothies at Felly Belly
If you’ve overdone the rum punches, and feel for a drink on the healthier side, then you should try some of the fruit smoothies at Felly Belly.
St. Lucia has a wide variety of delicious tropical fruits.
At Felly Belly, you can choose from a selection of local fruits and veggies that are blended into a fresh smoothie to delight your taste buds.
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They don’t just taste good; they’re good for you!
10. Eat More Authentic Local Food at the Triangle PUB
Rodney bay has many restaurants.
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If you want to try a more authentic type of St. Lucian food, then you should try the food at triangle PUB.
Well, it’s more of a well-organized food stall with a sitting area than a PUB.
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They have a delicious menu.
On their menu, you are sure to find something to tempt your taste buds, even if you’re a picky eater.
One thing for sure, the food there tastes delicious.
You can tell by just observing a large number of locals who flock there to grab lunch.
You can buy food from about 11 am, just in time for lunch.
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If you’re a big eater, you need not worry as their portion sizes are very generous!
The meals costs between 12 and 23 dollars EC depending on whether you buy a small or large meal or if it’s meat or fish.
If you’re a vegan, you can have them leave out the meat and increase the portion sizes on your greens.
You can find directions to the triangle PUB on Google Maps.
The experiences Rodney Bay has to offer are many, compared to other parts of St. Lucia.
So,
If you’d rather stay somewhere in St. Lucia where there are lots of things to do during your trip, then Rodney bay is an excellent choice.
Rodney bay will allow you to squeeze every bit of enjoyment into your vacation.
Have you holidayed in Rodney Bay? Share your experience with us.
Or, if you’re a first-time visitor and you’re still not sure about staying there, ask a question in the comments.
We will be more than happy to help.
Damian is a co-founder, editor, and author at Islanderkeys. He is also a dedicated father and husband. Damian is an IT Manager / Web developer by profession, but he loves to Blog and share his knowledge about St. Lucia in travel forums.
