If you are visiting our islands, you must have a valid passport and return or onward ticket. Your passport must be valid for at least six (6) months from your arrival into the country.  Please remember however, that as mandated by the United States Department of Homeland Security, all US travelers must provide a passport to enter or reenter the US for both vacation and business travel.

A visa is not required for citizens of the US, Canada, UK, British Commonwealth, South Korea, Japan and most Caribbean and European countries. It may be best to familiarize yourself with the complete list of travelers requiring visas and those exempt from visas. For more information contact us at info@puregrenada.com.

> Flights

Barbados- 
- Caribbean Airlines: Daily beginning 24th July, 2023
- Inter Caribbean: 11x per week
- Virgin Atlantic: 2x per week

London, United Kingdom-
- Virgin Atlantic: 2x per week
- British Airways: 3x per week

USA-
- jetBlue

Canada-
- Air Canada

You can get to Grenada by air and sea. Many cruise lines dock in our capital city of St. George and international and regional flights arrive and depart from the Maurice Bishop International Airport.

If you would like to continue on to our sister isles of Carriacou and Petite Martinique, you can take a short inter-island charter to Carriacou’s Lauriston Airport or travel there by ferry aboard Osprey Lines Ltd. which departs from the Carenage in St. George’s.

If you are sailing into Grenada, there are a variety of marinas where you can clear immigration and customs as well as dock and purchase supplies. Anchorage services are available at most inlets and bays. Please check with immigration for an updated list.

Getting around in Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique is easy. If you prefer exploring the islands independently, there are several vehicle rental companies to choose from. For a more authentic experience, why not hop on board our public buses? Water taxis and taxicabs are also available for private hire. If you want a comprehensive tour of the islands, a wide variety of tour companies offer specialized tours.

Public Transit
If you are looking for an authentic experience, take public transport, and you will get to experience the daily lifestyle, music, conversations and characters of Grenadian people. Zone stickers are placed at the front of each bus to identify your start and stopping point. There is always a conductor managing the passengers, who will be able to help if you need it. Local buses operate from 6.00 am to 9.00 pm from Monday to Saturday. Depending on your route, the fare can range from EC$2.50 to EC$6.50.

Car Rentals
If you prefer to enjoy the Spice Islands on your own time and hit a few spots in one day, renting a car may be the ideal choice. Rates range from approximately US$50 to US$75 per day. Renting a car for a longer duration usually results in lower daily rates. In the high season from July to August, rentals must be secured for a minimum of at least three days. Most rental car agencies require drivers to be 25 years and over. Before visitors get behind the wheel, they must first secure a Grenadian driving permit, which can be obtained by providing a valid driver’s license at the police station. The Central Police Station is located on The Carenage in the capital city of St. George’s. A fee of EC$60 is required. Some rental companies provide drivers with a local permit as part of their service.

Exchange Rate
Banks will exchange EC$2.67 for US$1.00 cash and EC$2.68 for US$1.00 in travelers cheques. We advise that you exchange currency at banks, as lower exchange rates may not be found elsewhere.

Grenada, Carriacou, Petite Martinique and its dependencies are located in the eastern Caribbean, south of the Windward Islands and 100 miles north of Venezuela. Neighboring islands St. Vincent and the Grenadines lie to the north and Trinidad and Tobago lie to the South.

Grenada’s history is a captivating tapestry woven with a diverse array of influences including the early indigenous Amerindian communities of which artifacts can still be found today, to the later European colonial powers. In particular, the island changed hands between the French and British quite a lot. Therefore, the island has been mainly shaped by the hands of the French, British and later African influences. The colonial era left its indelible mark, contributing unique facets to Grenada’s cultural identity whilst the amalgamation of African and East Indian influences further enriched the historical narrative contributing to the music, food and traditions enjoyed today such as carnival.

Grenada is rich in history. Be amazed by our French, Spanish, British, Amerindian, African and East Indian influences. Grenada got its name from the British who took control from the French in 1763. The French settlers originally called the island La Grenade from the name Granada, given by the Spaniards in the 1520s.

Explore our many archaeological sites providing evidence of the first settlers – the Arawak-speaking Amerindians. The skills of these agricultural and fishing settlers remain with us today. Discover our archaeological treasures such as the petroglyphs at Duquesne Bay in St. Mark, where carvings on large boulders depict faces and drawings from the past.

The National Museum in our capital city St. George~s, Carriacou Museum on the island of Carriacou and Rome Museum at Walker in the parish of St. Andrew house rare antiques and collectibles from Grenadians of the past. There are also several historical sites preserved - and in some cases, restored - offering a physical experience of invasions, battles and tragedies throughout our history.

Country Overview: 

 + Population: Approx. 124,610 (World Population Prospects 2022). United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, Population Division. Retrieved 17 July 2022.)

 + Area: 348.5 km2 (134.6 sq mi)

 + Independence: February 7, 1974

 + Government: Unitary Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy

 + Motto: Ever Conscious of God We Aspire, Build and Advance as One People

 + Anthem: Hail Grenada

 + Royal anthem: God Save the King

The General Hospital is located in the capital city of St. George. The Princess Alice Hospital is located in the northern parish of St. Andrew and the Princess Royal Hospital is located on our sister island of Carriacou. There are also various private clinics and doctors throughout the islands.

Due to the warm climate, it is advised that you wear light, casual clothing and a protective sun hat during the day. The evenings can be much cooler and may sometimes require a light cover-up, depending on the season. If you are planning on visiting the countryside, waterfalls and hiking we recommend that you wear long trousers, long sleeve tops and suitable trekking/hiking shoes.

Swimwear is not permitted on main roads and in bars, restaurants and shops. Also, to differentiate between military personnel and civilians, law in Grenada prohibits civilians from wearing camouflage prints.