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THE BEST BEACHES IN BARBADOS

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On this page the Fun Barbados Beach Guide has listed the TOP BEST BEACHES in Barbados by Coast.

The list consists of a mix of beaches from across the island which are highly favoured by both visitors and locals.

Barbados has some of the best beaches in the Caribbean, and they are without a doubt among the best in the world.

Below we've compiled a list of the best beaches on each coast, all beautiful with crystal clear waters, but with a variety of features. This way you can choose the best beach that suits you.

Here is our list of the Best Barbados Beaches

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Best West Coast Beaches
Best South Coast Beaches
Best East Coast Beaches
Best South East Coast Beaches
Best North Coast Beaches

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Below is a list of the Top Beaches of Barbados
(Listed by Coast)

Top Ten (10) Best West Coast Beaches in Barbados
(Listed from southwest to northwest)

Brandons Beach: West Coast - St. Michael
Calm clear waters with lots of beach activity and watersports.

Paradise Beach - St. Michael
Calm clear waters with some beach activity.

Prospect Beach - St. James
Calm clear waters with beach activity, great for relaxing and photos.

Treasure Beach - St. James
Calm clear waters with lots of beach activity and watersports.

Paynes Bay: West Coast - St. James
Calm clear waters with lots of beach activity and watersports

Sandy Lane Beach: West Coast - St. James
Calm clear waters with lots of beach activity and watersports.

Holetown Beach: West Coast - St. James
Calm clear waters with beach activity & watersports, can be busy.

Gibbs Beach: West Coast - St. James
Calm clear waters, great for photos and a popular stop for sailing cruises

Mullins Bay: West Coast - St. Peter
Calm clear waters with lots of beach activity and watersports.

Heywoods Beach: West Coast - St. Peter
Calm clear waters with lots of beach activity and watersports.

more West Coast beaches...
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Top Ten (10) Best South Coast Beaches in Barbados
(Listed from southwest to southeast)

Adventure Beach: South Coast - St. Michael
Small to medium waves with clear waters, lots of beach activity and watersports.

Brownes Beach: South Coast - St. Michael
Small to medium waves with clear waters, lots of beach activity and watersports.

Hilton Beach/Needham's Point: South Coast - St. Michael
Small to medium waves with clear waters, lots of beach activity and watersports.

Hastings Rocks Beach: South Coast - Christ Church
Small to medium waves with some undertow, lots of beach activity.

Accra/Rockley Beach: South Coast - Christ Church
Clear waters with small to medium waves, lots of beach activity and watersports.

Worthing Beach/Sandy Beach: South Coast - Christ Church
Clear waters, small to medium waves with lots of beach activity and watersports.

Dover Beach: South Coast - Christ Church
Clear waters with small to medium waves, lots of beach activity and watersports.

Welches Beach: South Coast - Christ Church
Clear waters with small to medium waves, picturesque and some beach activity.

Miami Beach / Enterprise: South Coast - Christ Church
Clear waters, small to medium waves, with lots of beach activity and watersports.

Silver Sands Beach / De Action Beach / Silver Rock Beach: South Coast - Christ Church
Medium to large waves with lots of undertow and some beach activity. Great for windsurfing and kiteboarding!

more South Coast beaches...
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Top Best South East Coast Beaches in Barbados
(Listed from southeast to east)

Foul Bay: Southeast Coast - St. Philip
Secluded with medium to large waves, lots of undertow and cliff-top views. Great for picnics and fantastic photos.

Crane Beach: Southeast Coast - St. Philip
Secluded medium to large waves, with more large waves. STRONG CURRENTS!

Harrismith Beach: Southeast Coast - St. Philip
Secluded with medium to large waves, lots of undertow, strong currents and cliff-top views. Excellent for photos.

Bottom Bay: Southeast Coast - St. Philip
Secluded with medium to large waves, lots of undertow, strong currents and cliff-top views. Excellent for photos and picnics.

Palmetto Bay: Southeast Coast - St. Philip
Very secluded with medium to large waves, lots of undertow, strong currents and cliff-top views. Perfect photo opportunity.

more South East Coast beaches...
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Top Best East Coast Beaches in Barbados
(Listed from east to northeast)

Bath Beach: East Coast - St. John
Large waves, with undertow and strong currents, some swimming close to shore. Excellent for photos & picnics.

Bathsheba: East Coast - St. Joseph
Large to very large waves, with VERY STRONG CURRENTS! Picturesque, but NO SWIMMING RECOMMENDED

Cattlewash Beach: East Coast - St. Joseph / St. Andrew
Large to very large waves, with VERY STRONG CURRENTS! Picturesque, but NO SWIMMING RECOMMENDED

more East Coast beaches...
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Top Best North Coast Beaches in Barbados
(Listed from northeast to north)

Little Bay: North Coast - St. Lucy
Very large waves with lots of undertow and extremely strong currents. Great for photos.

River Bay: North Coast - St. Lucy
Very large waves with lots of undertow and extremely strong currents, some swimming close to shore. Great for photos and picnics.

more North Coast beaches...
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Note:Seasonal weather can cause a change in conditions

Book your Rent-a-car or scooter and enjoy the beautiful beaches of Barbados and its pulsating  Nightlife.
Remember to take some time out to explore the many sights, activities and tours Barbados has to offer.

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