Swan Street, Bridgetown
Swan Street parallels Broad Street to the north. It's a narrow alleyway of a street lined with shops and restaurants. It's pedestrian-only, so while it can be quite crowded, it's a great place to wander to meet the locals. There are several electronics stores, home goods, a shopping mall, and takeaway restaurants.
The buildings on Swan Street are traditional homes, with the businesses built on the lower levels. At one time, the street was known as Jew's Street because of the community's successful Jewish merchants. Many of the shopkeepers lived in the upper stories of the buildings. Unfortunately, a major fire swept through the area in 1845. After which, the street was part of what the locals dubbed the Burnt District.
Today, you'll see businesses and haberdasheries from around the world here. But the upper levels are no longer homes. Instead, they are mostly used as warehouses now.
Historians are unsure how the street got its official name. Some suggest that there was an inn named The Swan. Others say it was s tribute to a local surveyor, Captain Swan.
It's a busy place, favored by the locals more than the tourists. Swan Street is a must-see if you're looking for island goods and good prices. This street keeps the Barbadian spirit alive--you can find everything here, from fresh fruit and veggies to local island jewelry and crafts.
The buildings on Swan Street are traditional homes, with the businesses built on the lower levels. At one time, the street was known as Jew's Street because of the community's successful Jewish merchants. Many of the shopkeepers lived in the upper stories of the buildings. Unfortunately, a major fire swept through the area in 1845. After which, the street was part of what the locals dubbed the Burnt District.
Today, you'll see businesses and haberdasheries from around the world here. But the upper levels are no longer homes. Instead, they are mostly used as warehouses now.
Historians are unsure how the street got its official name. Some suggest that there was an inn named The Swan. Others say it was s tribute to a local surveyor, Captain Swan.
It's a busy place, favored by the locals more than the tourists. Swan Street is a must-see if you're looking for island goods and good prices. This street keeps the Barbadian spirit alive--you can find everything here, from fresh fruit and veggies to local island jewelry and crafts.
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Swan Street on Map
Sight Name: Swan Street
Sight Location: Bridgetown, Barbados (See walking tours in Bridgetown)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Bridgetown, Barbados (See walking tours in Bridgetown)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Bridgetown, Barbados
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Originally, the island of Barbados was visited by various Amerindian tribes. Evidence has shown that permanent... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Originally, the island of Barbados was visited by various Amerindian tribes. Evidence has shown that permanent... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Garrison Historic Area Walking Tour
St. Ann's Garrison, more commonly known simply as "The Garrison", is a small district in Barbados situated some 2 miles south of Heroes Square in the capital-city of Bridgetown.
This historic area is dominated by a horse racetrack, located on the 30 acre parade ground called the Garrison Savannah. Here, in the mid 18th century, wealthy prominent Barbadians and regiment troops... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
This historic area is dominated by a horse racetrack, located on the 30 acre parade ground called the Garrison Savannah. Here, in the mid 18th century, wealthy prominent Barbadians and regiment troops... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles