Map of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines – Islands & Parishes
Explore the map of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, an island country in the eastern Caribbean. Use the interactive map to locate its capital, Kingstown, the main island of Saint Vincent, and the chain of smaller Grenadine islands extending south towards Grenada.
This guide explains the country's six parishes, principal settlements, volcanic landscapes, beaches, marine areas and transport connections. Zoom in to identify individual islands, coastal roads and harbours, or zoom out to understand the country's position within the Lesser Antilles.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is an independent country in the eastern Caribbean, south of Saint Lucia and north of Grenada. Its capital is Kingstown, on Saint Vincent. The country includes the main island of Saint Vincent and smaller Grenadine islands such as Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, Mayreau and Union Island.
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Where Is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
The country lies along the southern part of the Windward Islands in the Lesser Antilles. The Caribbean Sea is to the west, and the Atlantic Ocean lies to the east. Saint Lucia is the nearest independent island country to the north; Grenada lies farther south. Barbados is east of the island chain across the Atlantic.
Saint Vincent is the largest and northernmost of the country's main islands. The Grenadines form a broken north-to-south chain of islands and cays. Some islands are inhabited communities, others accommodate small resorts, and many are uninhabited. The name Grenadines also applies to islands farther south that belong to Grenada, so not every Grenadine island is part of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Capital and Important Towns
- Kingstown: The capital, on the southwest coast of Saint Vincent, with government services, shopping streets and a busy harbour.
- Georgetown: A settlement on Saint Vincent's eastern coast, beneath the slopes of the island's mountainous interior.
- Barrouallie: A coastal community on Saint Vincent's western side, northwest of Kingstown.
- Port Elizabeth: The principal settlement on Bequia, overlooking Admiralty Bay.
- Clifton: A principal harbour and settlement on Union Island in the southern Grenadines.
Individual islands have very different settlement patterns. Saint Vincent has the main population centres and road network, while smaller Grenadine islands depend more heavily on local harbours, ferries, boats and limited road systems.
The Six Parishes
For administrative purposes, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is divided into six parishes. Five are on the main island and one covers the Grenadine islands belonging to the country.
| Parish | General location |
|---|---|
| Saint George | Southern Saint Vincent, including Kingstown |
| Saint Andrew | Southwestern and inland Saint Vincent |
| Saint Patrick | Western Saint Vincent |
| Saint David | Northwestern Saint Vincent |
| Charlotte | Eastern and northeastern Saint Vincent |
| Grenadines | The country's Grenadine islands to the south |
Major Islands and Natural Landmarks
- Saint Vincent: The largest island, featuring rainforest-covered mountains, coastal valleys and the active La Soufrière volcano in the north.
- Bequia: Known for Port Elizabeth, Admiralty Bay, beaches and maritime traditions.
- Mustique: A smaller island known for privately managed estates, beaches and resort accommodation.
- Canouan: An island farther south with beaches, a marina and visitor facilities.
- Mayreau: A small inhabited island near the Tobago Cays.
- Union Island: A southern transport and boating hub, with Clifton and surrounding offshore islands.
- Tobago Cays: A protected marine area of small uninhabited cays, coral reefs and lagoons, popular for boating and snorkelling.
La Soufrière is an active volcano, so conditions and access restrictions can change. Travellers planning volcanic hikes or marine excursions should check official advice rather than relying solely on map labels.
Roads, Airports and Inter-Island Travel
Argyle International Airport serves the main island of Saint Vincent, east of Kingstown. Smaller airfields support some Grenadine islands, while passenger ferries and water taxis connect selected islands. Service schedules, routes and availability can vary according to weather and local operating conditions.
Saint Vincent's roads generally follow the coast and connect communities around its mountainous interior. Smaller islands have shorter roads or rely mainly on boats. If planning a multi-island journey, check each ferry or flight connection independently, including where it departs and whether onward travel is available on the same day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
Kingstown, on the southwest coast of Saint Vincent, is the country's capital.
Is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines one island?
No. It is a multi-island country comprising Saint Vincent and numerous smaller Grenadine islands and cays.
Where is the country on a Caribbean map?
It is in the eastern Caribbean's Windward Islands, between Saint Lucia to the north and Grenada to the south.
How many parishes are there?
There are six: Saint George, Saint Andrew, Saint Patrick, Saint David, Charlotte and Grenadines.
What is the largest island?
Saint Vincent is the largest island and contains the capital and the main international airport.
Where are the Tobago Cays?
They lie among the southern Grenadines, east of Mayreau and near Union Island.
Can you travel between the islands by road?
No. The islands are separated by water, so journeys between them require ferries, boats or flights where available.
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