What is the water and sand quality of the Fort James beach?

The coastline of Fort James beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Fort James beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are umbrellas on the beach, which are provided free of charge, but there are no sunbeds and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Fort James beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Fort James beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Fort James beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Fort James beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Fort James beach?

The bar is located right on the Fort James beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Casa Roots - Beach - Food & Drinks is the closest place located 2100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Fort James beach?

There are 142 places to stay in the Fort James beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Fort James beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9252946&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Weatherills Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8345589&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Marietta</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=367225&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Jolly Beach Resort & Spa Antigua</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3432377&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Breeze Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2560166&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Aloe Villa</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3923191&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Marietta</a></li></ul>

How far is the Fort James beach from parking?

The Fort James beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Fort James beach?

There are 2 attractions near Fort James beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Galley Bay Beach located in 3.3 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Fort James beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Fort James beach is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Fort James beach (Antigua and Barbuda) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Fort James beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.

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Fort James beach

Green Bay, Antigua and Barbuda

8.1

#6 out of 5 in Five Island Village 6

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Five Island Village • 2.9 km

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Park Agave Gardens Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society Agave Gardens

2.9km

Park Santa Maria Hill

4.7km

Park Mount Joshua

4.8km

Restaurant Casa Roots - Beach - Food & Drinks

9.2 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant House of Bo

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Bar Kon Tiki Bar and Grill

8.2 - Very good 2.1km

Restaurant Salt Plage

8 - Very good 2.2km

Restaurant Putters Bar and Grill

8.2 - Very good 2.2km

Indian Restaurant The Chimney

8.4 - Very good 2.3km

Restaurant Ana's On The Beach

7.8 - Very good 2.3km

Restaurant Barefoot by the Sea, Restaurant @ Sandals Grande Antigua

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Restaurant Marios Restaurant

8.8 - Excellent 2.4km

Supermarket Bridget's Supermarket

4.4km

Supermarket Adira's MiniMart

4.7km

Museum Museum of Antigua and Barbuda

1.7km

Church Saint John's Cathedral

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Dickenson Bay Beach

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Galley Bay Beach

3km

Tourist Attraction Eden Beach

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Pig’s Paradise Antigua

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Jolly Beach

8km

Casino King's Casino

1.6km

Historical Landmark Fort James

220m

Historical Landmark Fort Barrington

2.4km

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About

Fort James beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 6th place out of 5 beaches in the Antigua and Barbuda region 2.5 km away from its center, the city of St. John's. It is one of the beaches of Five Island Village settlement, just 2.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

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+29 ^o C +28 ^o C

Air temperature

3.8 M/S

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+29 ^o C

Water temperature

2.1 M

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Located within the settlement

Five Island Village • 2.9 km

Map of beach

Park Agave Gardens Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society Agave Gardens

2.9km

Park Santa Maria Hill

4.7km

Park Mount Joshua

4.8km

Restaurant Casa Roots - Beach - Food & Drinks

9.2 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant House of Bo

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Bar Kon Tiki Bar and Grill

8.2 - Very good 2.1km

Restaurant Salt Plage

8 - Very good 2.2km

Restaurant Putters Bar and Grill

8.2 - Very good 2.2km

Indian Restaurant The Chimney

8.4 - Very good 2.3km

Restaurant Ana's On The Beach

7.8 - Very good 2.3km

Restaurant Barefoot by the Sea, Restaurant @ Sandals Grande Antigua

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Restaurant Marios Restaurant

8.8 - Excellent 2.4km

Supermarket Bridget's Supermarket

4.4km

Supermarket Adira's MiniMart

4.7km

Museum Museum of Antigua and Barbuda

1.7km

Church Saint John's Cathedral

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Dickenson Bay Beach

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Galley Bay Beach

3km

Tourist Attraction Eden Beach

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Pig’s Paradise Antigua

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Jolly Beach

8km

Casino King's Casino

1.6km

Historical Landmark Fort James

220m

Historical Landmark Fort Barrington

2.4km

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Located at nearest locality

Five Island Village • 9.6km from center

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7.5km from the beach

Nalani Blue Villa

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Located at nearest locality

Five Island Village • 9.7km from center

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8km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Villa Marietta

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Ffryes • 5.8km from center

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8.2km from the beach

6.4 Pleasant

Jolly Beach Resort & Spa Antigua

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Located at nearest locality

Five Island Village • 6.1km from center

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Luxury secluded villa with private pool sleeps six

8.2km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Luxury secluded villa with private pool sleeps six

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Five Island Village • 6.2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.4km 19 min walk

Runaway beach

8.3 Very good

3.3km

Dickenson Bay beach

8.8 Excellent

4.2km

Bush Bay beach

8.2 Very good

4.7km

Blue Waters beach

8.1 Very good

81.8km

Anse Laborde

7.8 Very good

81.8km

Anse A BURGAUT

5.9 Pleasant

81.8km

Trou a Man Loui

7.7 Very good

82.5km

Plage de la chapelle

7.8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Five Island Village • 2.9km

Main locality of province

St. John's • 2.5km

Transport

Airport

ANU • 7.4km

Bus Station

West Bus Station Terminal • 2.6km

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8.1 Very good

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8.1 Very good

Coleman Jeffrey

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

This sandy shore is undoubtedly one of my preferred destinations for a day in the sun. It's also a spot of great historical significance, which adds to its allure. I have a deep appreciation for this beach and all that it has to offer.

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Nica Belle

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach in Antigua is considered to be one of the top choices due to its safety and quality. It also boasts a beautiful stretch of golden sand.

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Larissa Dufresne

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

What a stunning strip of sand! The beach is a true masterpiece with breathtaking vistas of the sun setting over the horizon. The scenery is so awe-inspiring that it feels like you're in a dream. This is the kind of place where you can truly unwind and forget about all your worries. The sunsets are truly remarkable, and the colors are so vivid that they look like they're straight out of a painting. This is a beach that will leave you speechless and make you want to come back time and time again.

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Lars Johansson

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

6 Pleasant

This location is quite lovely, boasting a rich heritage and golden sand. Though the water can be a bit rough at times, many people still prefer it due to its convenient walking distance to St. John's and the surrounding areas.

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Fort James beach

Green Bay, Antigua and Barbuda

Park Agave Gardens Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society Agave Gardens

Park Santa Maria Hill

Park Mount Joshua

Restaurant Casa Roots - Beach - Food & Drinks

Restaurant House of Bo

Bar Kon Tiki Bar and Grill

Restaurant Salt Plage

Restaurant Putters Bar and Grill

Indian Restaurant The Chimney

Restaurant Ana's On The Beach

Restaurant Barefoot by the Sea, Restaurant @ Sandals Grande Antigua

Restaurant Marios Restaurant

Supermarket Bridget's Supermarket

Supermarket Adira's MiniMart

Museum Museum of Antigua and Barbuda

Church Saint John's Cathedral

Tourist Attraction Dickenson Bay Beach

Tourist Attraction Galley Bay Beach

Tourist Attraction Eden Beach

Tourist Attraction Pig’s Paradise Antigua

Tourist Attraction Jolly Beach

Casino King's Casino

Historical Landmark Fort James

Historical Landmark Fort Barrington

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Weather

Five Island Village, ,

Park Agave Gardens Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society Agave Gardens

Park Santa Maria Hill

Park Mount Joshua

Restaurant Casa Roots - Beach - Food & Drinks

Restaurant House of Bo

Bar Kon Tiki Bar and Grill

Restaurant Salt Plage

Restaurant Putters Bar and Grill

Indian Restaurant The Chimney

Restaurant Ana's On The Beach

Restaurant Barefoot by the Sea, Restaurant @ Sandals Grande Antigua

Restaurant Marios Restaurant

Supermarket Bridget's Supermarket

Supermarket Adira's MiniMart

Museum Museum of Antigua and Barbuda

Church Saint John's Cathedral

Tourist Attraction Dickenson Bay Beach

Tourist Attraction Galley Bay Beach

Tourist Attraction Eden Beach

Tourist Attraction Pig’s Paradise Antigua

Tourist Attraction Jolly Beach

Casino King's Casino

Historical Landmark Fort James

Historical Landmark Fort Barrington

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

Nearest Beaches

Localities

Five Island Village • 2.9km

St. John's • 2.5km

Transport

ANU • 7.4km

West Bus Station Terminal • 2.6km

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