Walking Tour of The Historic Garrison and its Museum - A Military Story
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Are you craving a historical military-based adventure in Barbados? Have you ever wondered what military life was like during the colonial period? Then boy have I got a story for you!
I was here to defend this gem of an island and it was nothing like what I would have expected as a soldier. My story is bittersweet, but nonetheless, has to be told. I want to tell you about the prison and the walk of shame I had to endure. About the services offered around the “Savannah” and all the joys that can be drawn from this area despite the hardships that have made it what it is.
Join me by the Barbados Museum and Historical Society for a culturally rich journey into history. On this intriguing walking tour, I will show you the Garrison I lived in. The changes it has undergone. All the while paying homage to me by preserving my legacy.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Availability for tours cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of tour availability
Subject to favorable weather conditions, If canceled due to inclement weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Bottled water
Snacks
Personal audio device to hear the guide clearly
Headsets
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
What To Expect
Barbados Museum & Historical Society
We will have a semi guided tour of this space
George Washington House
We will share the story of George Washington
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Walking Tour of The Historic Garrison and its Museum - A Military Story
Reviews
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Top marks from our host...
Richard C,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Top marks from our host Zachary, couldn't fault him on his knowledge of Barbados history past and present.
TThe tour was very educational and informative.
Trevor J,
Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The experience was wonderful. You get learn a lot about the history of the Garrison and Barbados. The early inhabitants, their culture, food and way of life.
Fab History Walking Tour
Sharon T,
Mar 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour giving lots of information about the Garrison History, George Washington House and a trip to the Museum. Great Value and our guide was 1st rate. Highly recommend 👌
Very interesting and enjoyable
Caroline M,
Feb 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Very interesting and informative tour with Kristin. He explained the history of all the buildings as we walked around the Harrison. Highly recommended.
Very interesting and good value
CP5388,
Feb 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really interesting walking tour led by Kristin. Full of good information about the Garrison area and the exhibits in the museum. Great goody bag too. Highly recommend this tour.
living history
Maxwell C,
Jan 22, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00it brought the history of the place and the island to life. our guide was really knowledgeable not just about the history but also the natural environment
Colonial history
LondonWelshboyo,
Jan 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was really knowledgeable and gave us a fascinating walking tour encompassing the key buildings of the colonial era garrison together with a full commentary on the galleries of the museum. He was good on the natural history and the original inhabitants. Really good value.
Amazingly interesting!!!
210palmtree,
Jan 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The site and the tour were absolutely amazing!!!! Extraordinary interesting, very well guided, extraordinary nicely renovated!!!!! Our tour guide, Mr James Blades, was absolutely phenomenal!!! We travel a lot and I can say that he was without a doubt the best tour guide we ever had in many years of visiting many places around the world!!! Thank you!!!
Good tour of the old British garrisons in Bridgetown
rickwK9777ZM,
Jun 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a very informative tour of the old English garrisons in Bridgetown. A smart young man told me a bit about the history of each building and also shared insights about the history of Barbados from the Barbadian perspective. Also learned about George Washington house and headed there after this tour - and I'm glad I did.
Worthwhile tour to Garrison area
sms44198,
Mar 5, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Guide was punctual and friendly. An interesting tour of the Garrison area and the museum - though the latter could have been done on your own without any impact or loss of the overall experience. Headsets worked well, and drink/ snacks were appreciated. The Gold Cup horse race was running that day, which added to the tour, as the vendors and locals were busy setting things up.
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