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# Freetown Travel Guide

## Tourist Guide

![Half Moon Bay Beach showing landscape views, a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/244000/244736-Freetown.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Freetown

Where to stay

Things to do

Reviews

#### Check out the hilly hinterland town and explore the white-sand beaches that form a necklace along the edge of a peninsula on Antigua’s eastern coast.

Spread across the southern half of a promontory jutting into the North Atlantic Ocean, Freetown has some of Antigua’s finest ocean views. The town’s rugged coastline is etched with luminous white-sand coves, while the hinterland has forested hills. Explore the cosy community nestled within the hummocks or make your way to the coast and go sailing, swimming or snorkeling at a series of exceptional beaches.

Wander around the neighbourhoods within the peninsula’s forested interior. Bring the kids to meet amazing creatures inhabiting Antigua and Barbuda at the Wadadli Animal Nature Park west of town. See monkeys, parrots and reptiles, as well as a range of native plants, including bromeliads. You’ll also see exotic animals, such as the showy peacocks that roam the grounds.

For ocean adventures, go to [Half Moon Bay Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Half-Moon-Bay-Beach-Half-Moon-Bay.d503560.Attraction). This pretty little crescent-shaped beach is protected by two curving headlands and is the perfect spot to cool off. Play in the waves or grab your mask and snorkel and explore the reefs offshore. The beachside bar has a range of snacks. Alternatively, bring your own picnic to enjoy on a blanket on the sand. If there’s a breeze, try windsurfing or kitesurfing along the coast.

Continue northeast to find the next dazzling cove, Exchange Bay. From here, you can look out to Smith Island or check out the views from Friars Head. Return in the early morning to see magnificent sunrise views across the North Atlantic.

Freetown is located in Saint Philip Parish on an eastern Antigua peninsula. It is between Nonsuch Bay to the north and Willoughby Bay to the south. The town is a 40-minute drive from St. John’s. Taxis and rental cars are available in Freetown, making travel in this pretty part of the island easy. Stay in a waterfront resort in Half Moon Bay and enjoy the pristine white beaches on your doorstep.

### Where to stay in Freetown

![Half Moon Bay Beach which includes general coastal views, landscape views and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/244000/244735-Freetown.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Half Moon Bay

 When in Half Moon Bay, you can plan a visit to Half Moon Bay Beach and Mamora Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 

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- Top hotels in Freetown
- Top Holiday Rentals in Freetown

![The Escape at Nonsuch Bay  - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32460000/32452600/32452553/9162429b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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The Escape at Nonsuch Bay - Adults Only

Hughes Point Freetown 

£401

16 Dec - 17 Dec

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Freetown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private plunge pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (780 reviews)

We absolutely loved our stay at The Escape at Nonsuch Bay! The rooms are even better in person than in the photos and very private and romantic. Everyone was so kind and helpful. They even made vegan options at every meal for myself and my husband. This felt more like a boutique hotel than an all ...

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

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Residences at Nonsuch Bay Antigua

Hughes Point Freetown Antigua

Stay at this beach hotel in Freetown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Brown's Bay Beach and Harmony Hall Art Gallery ...

Villa was beautiful and it was quiet. It was everything I needed. The staff was friendly and very welcoming. I would recommend this resort, if you like quiet and don't mind being a distance from town.

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2022

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Jolly Beach Antigua - All-inclusive

Bolans Village, St. Mary's Jolly Harbour Antigua

£163

16 Dec - 17 Dec

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this beach resort in Jolly Harbour. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...

7.2/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)

Clean basic room. We did superior category and were pleased. We were never in room so everything was fine. Good food. Good drinks. Nothing fancy. No real nightlife but we made our own fun. Beach is 10/10\. No fighting for loungers. Great communal areas to meet people. . Excellent vacation

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

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Waterfront Nonsuch Bay Villa, 3 en-suite Bedrooms, Pool

 FreeTown Saint Philip

Stay at this villa in Freetown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Brown's Bay Beach and Harmony Hall Art Gallery ...

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Oceanfront Villa 521: 2-bedroom villa with stunning beach view

 Saint Philips 

Stay at this villa in Freetown. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Brown's Bay Beach and Nonsuch Bay are located nearby.

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Antigua Village Beach Resort

Dickenson Bay St. John's Antigua

Stay at this beach aparthotel in St. John's. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (396 reviews)

The room was clean but window blinds by the bed and seating are were missing. Staff were friendly and helpful but there were no maps to show you where facilities were Great cooking facilities including utensils and pots and pans

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

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### Popular places to visit

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#### Half Moon Bay Beach

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Stroll along this crescent-shaped beach and find a place to rest under the shade of swaying palm trees. Go swimming and snorkeling in the ocean waters.

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#### Brown's Bay Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Brown's Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Freetown. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the restaurants and bars. 

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#### Harmony Hall Art Gallery

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Harmony Hall Art Gallery in Freetown. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the sailing opportunities. 

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### Things to do

![Power 360 Catamaran Cruise Antigua](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/310210/c70235b2-721f-41b6-86fd-ebd22f7a6ae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Power 360 Catamaran Cruise Antigua

£111

per adult

**92%** of travellers recommend

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#### Antigua Catamaran, Snorkeling and Seafood Lunch Cruise

£116

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

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#### Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua

£84

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

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#### Cades Reef Sail and Snorkel Antigua

£102

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

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#### Antigua Rainforest Zipline Adventure

£119

per adult

**96%** of travellers recommend

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#### Antigua Safari & Stingray City

£131

per adult

**90%** of travellers recommend

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## Reviews of Freetown

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### 4/5 - Good

Stephanie

Very safe & quiet!

### 3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

We didn't go into the town.

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