Swimming Spots in Barbados

Listed on this page is a compilation of Beaches Best Suited for Swimming in Barbados, all of which are known for calm waters, small waves and usually no undertow.

The Fun Barbados beach guide has tried to list as many safe, swimming beaches with lifeguards as possible.

We've also listed the best beaches for swimming on each coast.

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Best swimming beaches on the West Coast
Best beaches for swimming on the South Coast
Best swimming beaches on the East Coast
Best swimming spots on the South East Coast
Best swimming beaches on the North Coast

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Below you will find Swimming Spots in Barbados, most of them located on the West Coast of the island.

Click on name of Beach for more information:

Best swimming beaches on the West Coast

Brandons Beach: St. Michael
Lifeguard on Duty.

Brighton Beach: St. Michael

Freshwater Bay: St. Michael
No lifeguard.

Paradise Beach - St. Michael
No lifeguard.

Batts Rock Beach - St. Michael/St. James
Lifeguard on Duty.

Paradise Beach: West Coast - St. Michael
No lifeguard

Paynes Bay: St. James
No lifeguard

Sandy Lane Beach: St. James
Lifeguard on Duty.

Holetown Beach: St. James
Lifeguard on Duty.

Folkestone Beach: St. James
Lifeguard on Duty.

Gibbs Beach - St. James
No lifeguard.

Mullins Bay Beach - St. Peter
No lifeguard.

Godings Bay - St. Peter
No lifeguard.
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Best beaches for swimming on the South Coast

Carlisle Bay: St. Michael
Lifeguard on Duty.

Brownes Beach: St. Michael
Lifeguard on Duty.

Pebbles Beach: St. Michael
Lifeguard on Duty.

Accra/Rockley: Christ Church
Lifeguard on Duty.

Dover Beach: Christ Church
Lifeguard on Duty.

Miami Beach / Enterprise: Christ Church
Lifeguard on Duty.
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Best swimming beaches on the East Coast

Bath Beach: St. John
Lifeguard on Duty. Swimming close to shore.
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Best swimming spots on the Southeast Coast

Crane Beach - St. Philip
No lifeguard. Swimming close to shore.

Ginger Bay - St. Philip
No lifeguard. Swimming close to shore.
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Best swimming beaches on the North Coast

River Bay - St. Lucy
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Don't forget to book your Rent-a-car or scooter and enjoy the lovely beaches in Barbados and the exciting Nightlife. Also take some time out to tour Barbados and its various sights, and attractions.

Note: Seasonal weather can cause a change in conditions

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