Botanical Gardens & Pedro St James in Grand Cayman
Enjoy a relaxed tour exploring Grand Cayman’s nature and history. Visit the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park to see vibrant tropical gardens, native wildlife, and the endangered Blue Iguana. Then step back in time at Pedro St. James Castle, the oldest stone building in the Cayman Islands, featuring restored rooms, ocean views, and an informative multimedia presentation. A perfect blend of culture, heritage, and natural beauty.
What you'll see & do
- ✓Enjoy a leisurely walk through colorful gardens, botanic, lake and nature displays. Stroll through Heritage Garden, enjoy the Tea House with its panoramic views, and the lake area which forms a natural habitat for the Cayman Blue Iguana and breeding ground for a variety of rare aquatic birds and animals native to the Caribbean. When Her Royal Majesty Queen Elizabeth II opened Grand Cayman’s Botanic Park in 1994, only the Woodland Trail was complete.In the ensuing years, the grounds have grown and developed into the full fledged world-class facility that is operating today. THE QUEEN ELIZABETH II BOTANIC PARK IS A UNIQUE BLEND OF NATURAL BEAUTY, CULTURE AND HISTORY. Enjoy the simple elegance of a traditional Caymanian garden with the startling beauty of an exotic floral display. Spend an hour or two… or a full day! One thing is certain, each of our visitors will leave with a greater appreciation for the delicate balance of nature and the dedicated care in it’s preservation.
- ✓Discover the unique heritage and culture of Cayman via this lovingly restored window into the 18th century that’s only a 20-minute drive from George Town. At a time in the Cayman Islands when most people lived in tiny, thatch-covered houses, a wealthy Englishman, using slave labour from Jamaica, created an astonishing 3-storey building called Pedro St. James. In the 1990s, the Government of the Cayman Islands purchased Pedro St. James and painstakingly restored the Great House to the splendor of its 18th century heritage. Today, visitors can stroll through the imposing edifice with its period furniture and authentic artifacts to experience what life was like so long ago in Cayman’s history.
What's included
- ✓All Fees and Taxes
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Snacks
- ✓Coffee and/or Tea
- ✓Soda/Pop
- ✓Alcoholic Beverages
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Infant seats are available on advance request at extra cost. Please inform us at the time of booking if you require an infant seat.
George Town has three ship terminals: 1. Royal Watler Terminal 2. North Terminal 3. South Terminal Please be advised that cruise ships anchoring in Grand Cayman require guests to take a small boat, known as a tender, to reach shore. It is important to line up early for tenders, as it can take up to 60 minutes to disembark and reach shore. If your ship tenders to Royal Watler Terminal: Your tour departs from inside the Royal Watler Cruise Terminal. Upon disembarking, please exit through security and continue walking straight ahead along the waterfront. Please proceed to the last tent with a white canopy and look for the CAYTOURS sign. The local representative will be waiting there to check you in. If your ship tenders to the North Terminal or South Terminal: Your tour departs from inside the Royal Watler Cruise Terminal, which is an approximate 3 to 5-minute walk from the tender pier. Upon disembarking, please ask port security for directions to the Royal Watler Terminal. Once there, exit through security and continue walking straight ahead along the waterfront. Please proceed to the last tent with a white canopy and look for the CAYTOURS sign. The local representative will be waiting there. In the event of bad weather, and your ship tenders to Spotts Dock: Your tour will depart directly from Spotts Dock. Upon disembarking, please remain at Spotts Dock and look for the local representative holding a CAYTOURS sign for easy identification. To ensure a smooth departure, please plan to arrive at the designated meeting location at least 15 minutes before the scheduled tour departure time. Staying at a hotel or Airbnb? We pick up from all hotels and accommodations on Seven Mile Beach. Please make sure to inform us of your location in advance, so that we can make proper arrangements and ensure a timely pick up.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Botanical Gardens & Pedro St James in Grand Cayman
Enjoy a relaxed tour exploring Grand Cayman’s nature and history. Visit the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park to see vibrant tropical gardens, native wildlife, and the endangered Blue Iguana. Then step back in time at Pedro St. James Castle, the oldest stone building in the Cayman Islands, featuring restored rooms, ocean views, and an informative multimedia presentation. A perfect blend of culture, heritage, and natural beauty.
What you'll see & do
- ✓Enjoy a leisurely walk through colorful gardens, botanic, lake and nature displays. Stroll through Heritage Garden, enjoy the Tea House with its panoramic views, and the lake area which forms a natural habitat for the Cayman Blue Iguana and breeding ground for a variety of rare aquatic birds and animals native to the Caribbean. When Her Royal Majesty Queen Elizabeth II opened Grand Cayman’s Botanic Park in 1994, only the Woodland Trail was complete.In the ensuing years, the grounds have grown and developed into the full fledged world-class facility that is operating today. THE QUEEN ELIZABETH II BOTANIC PARK IS A UNIQUE BLEND OF NATURAL BEAUTY, CULTURE AND HISTORY. Enjoy the simple elegance of a traditional Caymanian garden with the startling beauty of an exotic floral display. Spend an hour or two… or a full day! One thing is certain, each of our visitors will leave with a greater appreciation for the delicate balance of nature and the dedicated care in it’s preservation.
- ✓Discover the unique heritage and culture of Cayman via this lovingly restored window into the 18th century that’s only a 20-minute drive from George Town. At a time in the Cayman Islands when most people lived in tiny, thatch-covered houses, a wealthy Englishman, using slave labour from Jamaica, created an astonishing 3-storey building called Pedro St. James. In the 1990s, the Government of the Cayman Islands purchased Pedro St. James and painstakingly restored the Great House to the splendor of its 18th century heritage. Today, visitors can stroll through the imposing edifice with its period furniture and authentic artifacts to experience what life was like so long ago in Cayman’s history.
What's included
- ✓All Fees and Taxes
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Snacks
- ✓Coffee and/or Tea
- ✓Soda/Pop
- ✓Alcoholic Beverages
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Infant seats are available on advance request at extra cost. Please inform us at the time of booking if you require an infant seat.
George Town has three ship terminals: 1. Royal Watler Terminal 2. North Terminal 3. South Terminal Please be advised that cruise ships anchoring in Grand Cayman require guests to take a small boat, known as a tender, to reach shore. It is important to line up early for tenders, as it can take up to 60 minutes to disembark and reach shore. If your ship tenders to Royal Watler Terminal: Your tour departs from inside the Royal Watler Cruise Terminal. Upon disembarking, please exit through security and continue walking straight ahead along the waterfront. Please proceed to the last tent with a white canopy and look for the CAYTOURS sign. The local representative will be waiting there to check you in. If your ship tenders to the North Terminal or South Terminal: Your tour departs from inside the Royal Watler Cruise Terminal, which is an approximate 3 to 5-minute walk from the tender pier. Upon disembarking, please ask port security for directions to the Royal Watler Terminal. Once there, exit through security and continue walking straight ahead along the waterfront. Please proceed to the last tent with a white canopy and look for the CAYTOURS sign. The local representative will be waiting there. In the event of bad weather, and your ship tenders to Spotts Dock: Your tour will depart directly from Spotts Dock. Upon disembarking, please remain at Spotts Dock and look for the local representative holding a CAYTOURS sign for easy identification. To ensure a smooth departure, please plan to arrive at the designated meeting location at least 15 minutes before the scheduled tour departure time. Staying at a hotel or Airbnb? We pick up from all hotels and accommodations on Seven Mile Beach. Please make sure to inform us of your location in advance, so that we can make proper arrangements and ensure a timely pick up.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.