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Montserrat

Montserrat is a small, picturesque island located in the Caribbean Sea, known for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant culture. Montserrat is known as the “Emerald Isle,” for its lush green hills, dramatic coastlines, and a rich volcanic landscape, shaped by the eruption of Soufrière Hills in the 1990s.

Soufriere Hills viewed from the Vue Pointe Hotel and Restaurant (16.745757 -62.232350)
Little Bay and Marina Village (16.801734,-62.205553)

Montserrat is one of the youngest islands of the Lesser Antilles chain.  It is less than 10 miles long, by 6 miles wide with half of the islands area closed off due to past volcanic activity.

With its warm climate and welcoming atmosphere, Montserrat remains a hidden gem for those seeking adventure and tranquility in the Caribbean. If your idea of vacation is unlimited chain restaurants, high-rise resorts and clubs open until sunrise Montserrat is not for you.  Still interested?  Check out our Getting to Montserrat section.

We always joke that on Montserrat, even the gas station has a great view.

The national dish of Montserrat is goat water.  Goat water is a Caribbean stew peppers, herbs, cloves, onions and of course, goat meat.

National Dish of goat water (16.75530, -62.22131)
Royal Montserrat Police Force’s Heliconia Star (16.803288, -62.206144)

As a British Overseas Territory, the defense of Montserrat falls under the responsibility of the United Kingdom.  The home defense force for the island is handled by the Royal Montserrat Defence Force, which has been in existence since 1899.

Police services for the island are handled by the Royal Montserrat Police Service, which until 1967 was part of the Leeward Island Police Force.  Montserrat is consistently ranked as one of the safest islands in the Caribbean.

Fun Facts

Capital

Plymouth (de jure)
Braids (de facto)

Government

United Kingdom (British Overseas Territory)

Currency

Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC)

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Population

4,375

Outlets

Types A & B

Time Zone

GMT – 4 (Atlantic Standard Time)

Area Code

+1-664

Language

English

Voltage

120v

Drive On

Left

Title

National Flower

Red Heliconia

National Tree

Hairy Mango

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National Fruit

Hairy Mango

National Bird

Montserrat Oriole

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National Anthem

Motherland (wikipedia)

Montserrat Posts

Garibaldi Hill

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Garibaldi Hill is a scenic vantage point, renowned for offering unobstructed, panoramic views of the coastline, the lush Centre Hills, and the majestic Soufrière Hills Volcano.

Fort Saint George

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The fort itself was built in 1782 during the French occupation and consisted of two gun batteries and a central magazine

Lime Kiln Beach

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Lime Kiln beach is a small, secluded beach at the end of aptly-named Lime Kiln Beach Rd in Salem.

National Museum of Montserrat

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The National Museum of Montserrat serves as the island's primary cultural repository and is managed by the Montserrat National Trust

Villa Kurtena

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Ocean view at it's best from Villa Kurtena in Woodlands

Little Bay Beach

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Little Bay Beach is a great place to relax and/or watch the activities of the port. 

Isle Bay Beach

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Isle Bay Beach is a perfect beach for spending the afternoon swimming and relaxing

Olveston House

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Olveston House was once the historical home of Sir George Martin.

Saje Cafe

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Saje Cafe offers vibrant cuisine and warm hospitality in Montserrat.

Carr’s Bay Battery

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Carr’s Bay Battery, built by French in the 1660s.

Grand Phoenix

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Grand Phoenix offers Caribbean cuisine in a casual yet refined atmosphere, perfect for that special occasion.

Vue Pointe Hotel

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Vue Pointe Hotel symbolizes Montserrat's resilience and history since 1961.

Montserrat Cookbook

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Montserrat Old People's Welfare Association cookbook

Jack Boy Hill

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Jack Boy Hill offers scenic views and hiking in Montserrat.

Ziggy’s

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Ziggy's is a hidden fine dining restaurant in Plymouth.

Villa Trelawney

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Villa Trelawney: a stunning vacation home with breathtaking views.

National Trust

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Montserrat National Trust preserves environmental and cultural heritage on the island.

Uncle’s Place

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Uncle's Place offers great rum, conversation, and views.

Watermelon Cottage

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Watermelon Cottage offers intimate dining with seasonal Caribbean cuisine.

The Attic

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The Attic offers delicious breakfast and lunch options Monday through Friday.

Summer Breeze World Cuisine & Wine Lounge

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Caribbean and Indian fusion restaurant and bar on the shores of Little Bay

Hilltop Coffee House & Air Studios Tribute

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The Hilltop Coffee House is now closed.

Isle Bay Beach Bar

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Award winning restaurant and bar on the black sand beaches of Isle Bay

Andrea’s Takeaway

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A must-stop location in Salem for authentic Jamaican and local favorites.

Scuba Montserrat

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More than a scuba shop, stop in for your morning coffee and stories, or afternoon drinks on the shores of Little Bay

Montserrat Volcano Observatory

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The MVO is a dedicated monitoring station for the volcano of Soufrière Hills on Montserrat and is open to the public.

Woodlands Beach

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A peaceful and secluded black sand beach on the west coast of Montserrat

Runaway Ghaut

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A natural spring with a famous legend

Plymouth

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The de Jure capital of Montserrat has been buried under several feet of ash.

Villa Avalon

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You cannot beat this private ocean front villa located in Old Town.

Getting to Montserrat

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Options on getting to the island of Montserrat