Skip the Line: Pedro St. James Castle Guided Tour Ticket

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

Mobile ticket

Guided tours (every hour between 9 am and 4 pm) begin with a multi-sensory 3D movie detailing the site's history, followed by a detailed look at the living museum inside the Great House, stamp collection, exhibitions, and the surrounding picturesque landscape. There is also a gift shop and restaurant on site.

Since its construction more than two centuries ago, Pedro St. James was used in a variety of ways, as a cotton plantation, courthouse, jail, Government Assembly and restaurant, before the Cayman Islands government purchased the property in 1996 and restored it to its 18th-century grandeur.

Today, it stands as a dynamic piece of Caymanian heritage. Best known as the “birthplace of democracy in the Cayman Islands,” Pedro St. James was the venue for a meeting on December 5, 1831, where it was decided to form the islands' first elected parliament. Later, on May 3, 1835, the proclamation ending slavery in the British Empire was read from the site.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Gratuities

What To Expect

Pedro St. James National Historic Site

Experience the history and heritage of Pedro St. James known by locals as "Pedro Castle". The Great House is the oldest surviving stone structure in the Cayman Islands dubbed the “birthplace of democracy" and is home to many Cayman cultural and historic tales. On this 90 minute tour, you'll explore the 18th-century building and its artefacts while absorbing the beauty of Pedro St. James, spread across seven landscaped acres with panoramic ocean views. Enjoy a 3D movie that transports you back in time or take a guided tour by a local for an even more authentic experience.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

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Skip the Line: Pedro St. James Castle Guided Tour Ticket

Reviews

4.80

45 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Beautiful views
juliebfromindy,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
We had a tour stop here and I enjoyed the history of the location. The movie to bring you up to speed is nice. The view from the front lawn of the house is amazing. There are several steps up to the main part of the house. History comes alive here.
Educational
Anysse B,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very informative! There is a tour guide that talked you first through a scuba museum, then to watch a shirt film on the history of the property, followed by a guided tour of the historic home. Our guide was fantastic
More than Camanian History
Happiness511726,
Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide, Tricia, embodied the warmth, generosity, and spirit of the Cayman Islands. She passionately and proudly shared the history of her heritage, which made us further appreciate the beauty of the Cayman people and their story. This is well worth doing the guided tour to experience this richness. P.S. Be sure to try the 1780 Rum, which can only be experienced here, at the Thatch & Barrel (on site).
Amazing experience with Tricia!
246annamariec,
Jun 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tricia was the most amazing tour guide! She created a personalized, informative, and fun experience for our family of 7! Ask for her, you will not be disappointed and you will walk away with a much greater appreciation for the history of this magnificent island!
Fantastic history of Grand Cayman island
colbys903,
May 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide Trisha was excellent. She was so knowledgeable with much experience being a native to the island but lived in the states for many years. Salute to her and navy seal husband. We learned a lot. The tour was great seeing 240 yrs of history
Fascinating historical site
TrailBlazer65033,
Mar 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide, Wilson, was so knowledgeable about the building and its history as well as the island itself. The “castle” has a fascinating history and is so well reconstructed with period furniture and objects. The movie presentation was fun. Gorgeous views of the water and a nice gift shop. Highly recommended!
Great Tour
marnied781,
Feb 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Really enjoyed our guided tour today with Trisha! Great history with beautiful grounds. Trisha was enthusiastic about her work and was warm with a great sense of humor.
Good History
Tracy H,
Jan 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was really beautiful and fun to hear about the history of the island. Our tour guide was very informative
Excellent, well worth a visit
N2321IDianm,
Nov 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Went on the guided tour with Patricia who made it a very worthwhile visit. She is a very proud Camanyan with incredible knowledge of Cayman and Pedro St James. She imparted her knowledge with good humour and was very warm and welcoming.
Beautiful place with an incredible tour guide
brianzY8022HA,
Sep 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were on our way back to our resort when I saw a sign for this place and I remembered reading about it so I said, let’s go check it out. Boy, every one of us was super thankful that we did. Patricia Richardson was our tour guide and she was over the top phenomenal. It was my wife and I and my wife’s parents and we had a blast. Patricia was super nice, super knowledgeable and extremely personable. If you ever get to cons here, ask for Patrica to be your tour guide, I promise you, you will not be disappointed. Thank you Patricia for making our day, much appreciated. 😁