Map of Barbados – Parishes, Cities & Location Guide
Explore Barbados with this interactive map of Bridgetown, the island's 11 parishes, beaches, roads and major landmarks. Zoom around the coastline or locate towns such as Oistins, Holetown and Speightstown.
Barbados is an independent island country in the eastern Caribbean, situated east of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Its Atlantic-facing eastern coast contrasts with the more sheltered western beaches. This guide explains the island's geography and helps visitors find its main locations.
Barbados is an island nation in the eastern Caribbean, with Bridgetown as its capital. It has 11 parishes and no land borders. Major visitor areas include the west coast, south coast, Bathsheba on the east coast and historic Speightstown in the north-west.
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Move and zoom to explore Bridgetown, parishes, coastal towns, beaches and the island's road network.
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Where Is Barbados Located?
Barbados lies east of the main arc of the Lesser Antilles, surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and commonly grouped within the Caribbean region. It has no road connections to neighbouring countries. The island is approximately 34 km long and 23 km wide, making its main settlements relatively close together.
- West: Sheltered coastline with Holetown and Speightstown.
- South-west: Bridgetown, the capital and principal commercial centre.
- South: Oistins, beaches and many visitor facilities.
- East: Atlantic coastline, Bathsheba and rugged scenery.
- North: More rural landscapes and coastal viewpoints.
Although Barbados is often described as flat, its interior rises into rolling limestone terraces and hills. Mount Hillaby is its highest point.
Barbados Parishes and Main Areas
Barbados has 11 parishes. These are geographic and historic divisions, not separate countries or islands.
| Area | Parishes and key locations |
|---|---|
| South-west | Saint Michael (Bridgetown) and Christ Church (Oistins). |
| West coast | Saint James (Holetown) and Saint Peter (Speightstown). |
| North | Saint Lucy, with rural areas and Atlantic viewpoints. |
| East and south-east | Saint Andrew, Saint Joseph, Saint John and Saint Philip, including Bathsheba and coastal scenery. |
| Interior | Saint Thomas and Saint George, with inland villages and agricultural land. |
The table groups all 11 parishes for orientation; it does not show precise parish boundaries. Use a detailed administrative map for boundary work.
Barbados Landmarks to Find on the Map
- Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison: A UNESCO-listed heritage area with historic streets and military structures.
- Harrison's Cave: Limestone cave system in Saint Thomas.
- Bathsheba: East-coast village known for dramatic rock formations and surf.
- Oistins: South-coast fishing community and visitor destination.
- Speightstown: Historic north-western town with coastal streets.
- Animal Flower Cave: Sea cave near the island's northern tip.
Use the map to compare landmarks with nearby settlements. Beach access and attraction opening arrangements can change, and the rougher Atlantic coast is not suitable for swimming everywhere.
Roads, Airport and Getting Around
Grantley Adams International Airport is in Christ Church in the south-east. Roads connect it with Bridgetown, the west-coast towns and the island's inland villages. Barbados has a public bus network, along with taxis and private transport, but there is no operating passenger railway system.
The map is useful for understanding routes and distances, not live traffic or turn-by-turn directions. Check current local transport information before travel, particularly when planning journeys across the island or to beaches with limited facilities.
What the Barbados Map Can Help You Explore
- Locate the capital, Bridgetown, and the international airport.
- Compare the sheltered west coast with the Atlantic-facing east coast.
- Identify parish names and their approximate positions.
- Find major towns, beaches and natural attractions.
- Understand roads between the main visitor areas.
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Barbados Map FAQs
Where is Barbados on a world map?
Barbados is in the eastern Caribbean, east of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and north-east of South America.
What is the capital of Barbados?
Bridgetown is the capital and the country's principal commercial centre.
How many parishes does Barbados have?
Barbados has 11 parishes, including Saint Michael, Christ Church and Saint James.
Is Barbados one island?
Most of the country's land and population are on the main island, with smaller offshore islets.
Where is the airport?
Grantley Adams International Airport is in Christ Church, south-east of Bridgetown.
Which coast is Bathsheba on?
Bathsheba is on the Atlantic-facing east coast, in Saint Joseph parish.
Can I use this map for navigation?
It is designed for geographic reference. Use a current navigation service and official advice for travel decisions.
Disclaimer
For general geographic information only. Map details, roads, boundaries and landmarks may be inaccurate or outdated. Do not rely on this page for navigation, emergencies or official decisions. Verify current travel conditions independently. External websites are independent; links do not imply affiliation or endorsement.