Grand Turk Private Historical and Ecology Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
Your guide is a local historian with surprising stories to share.
In the 1950s and 1960s, Grand Turk played a role in historic space missions.
The tour passes Waterloo, an 1815 colonial mansion and the Governor’s official residence.
For nearly 300 years, Grand Turk supplied salt to a global trade network.
The tour passes through Cockburn Town, a preserved colonial capital with Bermudian-style architecture, where every corner is photo-worthy.
Hear about abolitionist Mary Prince and her connection to Grand Turk and the British West Indies.
See some of the island’s oldest churches still standing today.
Visit the Turks and Caicos Islands National Museum to learn about the Tanios/Lucayans and see the Western Hemisphere’s oldest known European shipwreck.
Learn about Columbus Landing National Park and the salt flats that attract flamingos and wading birds in season.
At the 1852 Grand Turk Lighthouse, enjoy Atlantic and Turks Island Passage views from the Horatio Nelson Lookout.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Turks & Caicos National Museum
Discover the salvaged remains of a sunken ship believed to be the oldest European shipwreck in the Americas, including parts of the hull, cannons, and historic weapons. Explore fascinating Lucayan artifacts from the people who lived on these islands before the arrival of Bermudians and Loyalists. Objects include duhos, the ceremonial stools used by Lucayan chiefs. Step into three centuries of the islands’ salt industry through engaging displays, photographs, and audio experiences. Before you leave, browse a thoughtfully selected range of gifts, books, postcards, and souvenirs to remember your visit.
Grand Turk Lighthouse
Take in sweeping views of the Turks Islands Passage and the Atlantic Ocean from the historic 1852 Grand Turk Lighthouse. Follow the informative signs and plaques around the grounds to learn more about the lighthouse’s history and its role in guiding ships safely through local waters. Meet the free-roaming wild donkeys that add charm and character to the lighthouse experience, with carrots available for purchase on site. Complete your visit with refreshments and souvenirs from the lighthouse gift shop.
Options
Historic, Sightseeing Tour
What‘s Included
Pass to Museum and Water is included
Meals
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Secure Checkout
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Operated by Turks Island Tours