A guided tour! This exciting excursion allows you to travel back in time, in air-conditioned comfort, through Barbados’ Historic Garrison, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dating back to 1650, the site is thought to be home to the most intact, and authentic 18th and 19th century British Garrison complex in the world. See how the history of the Barbados Garrison was influenced by Cromwell, George Washington, and The American War of Independence! See where a young George Washington, in 1751, was exposed to British military strategy as he inspected the nearby ‘Charles Fort’ (1650) and ‘St. Ann’s Fort’ (1707). Learn how the Garrison, established in 1789, became the centre of British regional defence for more than 100 years.

The tour includes:

• The famous George Washington House (c1717) where young George spent 6 weeks of his life.

• See and experience the re-discovered ‘Garrison Tunnels’ (c1820).

• Charles Fort, built to protect Carlisle Bay from attack.

• The National Armoury Museum; a former Powder Magazine (c1800) which now houses for the World’s finest collection of 17th century English iron cannon.

• The Officer’s Mess at St. Ann’s Fort for a drink (1 rum punch or 1 fruit punch ).

• The ‘Changing of the Sentry’ (the Barbadian version of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace) at the Main Guard (1804).

This tour takes place every Thursday from 9am to 12:15pm. PRICE – Adult US$55, Child US$40.