Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Freetown January 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Freetown Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Freetown.dx179950)[Hotels in Freetown](https://expedia.co.uk/Freetown-Hotels.d179950.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Freetown Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Freetown.d179950.Car-Hire-Guide)[Freetown Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Freetown.d179950.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Freetown ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Freetown Types of activities Where to stay [Freetown travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Freetown.dx179950) ![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) ![Half Moon Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/244000/244733-Freetown.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Freetown](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/244000/244734-Freetown.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Half Moon Bay Beach showing a beach and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/244000/244923-Half-Moon-Bay-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Freetown Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Freetown has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Freetown, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Freetown with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Freetown Freetown is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Freetown, and make it a breeze to explore Freetown and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Freetown to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Freetown, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Freetown. #### Freetown attractions Freetown has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Freetown to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Freetown. Looking for things to do in Freetown can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Freetown or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Freetown attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Dickenson Bay Beach Dickenson Bay Beach is one of Antigua’s best-loved stretches of sand. Visit it yourself and see why. With bright white sand, clear waters, swaying palm trees and year-round sunshine, it is a Caribbean dream brought to life. Drive just a few minutes south from the beach and tour Antigua and Barbuda’s capital, St. John’s, with all the conveniences it offers. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dickenson-Bay-Beach-Dickenson-Bay.d503553.Attraction) ![Dickenson Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach, a sunset and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503553/b964baa8-95df-46a2-a33d-a90bf614bd99.jpg) ### 2\. Nelson's Dockyard Nelson’s Dockyard is a marina that is almost 300 years old and is the world’s oldest operating Georgian boatyard. It forms part of the UNESCO-protected Nelson’s Dockyard National Park, which shelters antique houses, forts, lookouts and museums. Established in the 18th century, Nelson’s Dockyard was the home of the celebrated naval leader Horatio Nelson from 1784 to 1787\. Enjoy the ambiance of the marina, which evokes images of Antigua’s colonial years and British maritime heritage. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelsons-Dockyard-English-Harbour.d6060831.Attraction) ![# History Photo Contest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060831/161db635-91c9-4ea9-aff2-88a03a5abb33.jpg) ### 3\. Heritage Quay Heritage Quay is a modern open-air shopping complex with two floors offering a great range of stores and duty-free goods. It has a lively ambiance, with restaurants, a bandstand and a casino. Take a break from the scorching afternoon heat with a trip to some of the upscale shops. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heritage-Quay-St-Johns.d553248621532873822.Attraction) ![Heritage Quay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532873822/ade07e45-4210-4041-9dd2-d82ebfe61193.jpg) ### 4\. Galley Bay Galley Bay is a scenic and serene bay overlooked by an exclusive spa resort. The crystal clear water of the Caribbean Sea calmly laps the white sand, where pelicans dip and dive. Get a Tahitian-style hut facing the sea and appreciate the seclusion of your private beach balcony. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galley-Bay-Five-Islands-Village.d6060807.Attraction) ![Galley Bay showing rugged coastline, general coastal views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060807/d06b901d-8473-44ec-a9b4-353c21220ca1.jpg) ### 5\. Half Moon Bay Beach With its sugary fine sands and exquisite azure waters, Half Moon Bay Beach is one of Saint Philip Parish’s most idyllic destinations. Dig your toes into the soft sands and look out across a bay framed by forested headlands. Swim in the beautifully clear water or grab your mask and snorkel and explore the vivid reefs beneath the surface. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Half-Moon-Bay-Beach-Half-Moon-Bay.d503560.Attraction) ![Half Moon Bay Beach showing landscape views, a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503560/72a93a6d-fc90-4761-8950-f36225257583.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Freetown | Number of things to do | 47 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Private spare fishing](/things-to-do/boat-charter.a3406844.activity-details): £37 | | Top 5 things to do | [Power 360 Catamaran Cruise Antigua](/things-to-do/power-360-catamaran-cruise-antigua.a310210.activity-details)[Antigua Catamaran, Snorkelling and Seafood Lunch Cruise](/things-to-do/antigua-catamaran-snorkelling-and-seafood-lunch-cruise.a310204.activity-details)[Antigua Sunset Cruise with Cocktails](/things-to-do/antigua-sunset-cruise-with-cocktails.a308870.activity-details)[Catamaran Cruise, Snorkel & Beach Experience at Cades Reef](/things-to-do/catamaran-cruise-snorkel-beach-experience-at-cades-reef.a310182.activity-details)[Antigua Rainforest Zipline Adventure](/things-to-do/antigua-rainforest-zipline-adventure.a307516.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Antigua Sunset Cruise with Cocktails](/things-to-do/antigua-sunset-cruise-with-cocktails.a308870.activity-details)[Antigua Rainforest Zipline Adventure](/things-to-do/antigua-rainforest-zipline-adventure.a307516.activity-details)[Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour](/things-to-do/antigua-shore-excursion-round-island-tour.a1679425.activity-details)[Best of Antigua Sightseeing Tour](/things-to-do/best-of-antigua-sightseeing-tour.a310180.activity-details)[Horseback Ride & Runaway Beach Experience](/things-to-do/horseback-ride-runaway-beach-experience.a932482.activity-details) | | With kids | [Antigua Catamaran, Snorkelling and Seafood Lunch Cruise](/things-to-do/antigua-catamaran-snorkelling-and-seafood-lunch-cruise.a310204.activity-details)[Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour](/things-to-do/antigua-shore-excursion-round-island-tour.a1679425.activity-details)[Half-Day Tour: Island Safari Adventure from St. John's](/things-to-do/half-day-tour-island-safari-adventure-from-st-johns.a1679421.activity-details)[Island Safari 4x4 Discovery Tour from St John's](/things-to-do/island-safari-4x4-discovery-tour-from-st-johns.a1097982.activity-details)[Horseback Ride & Runaway Beach Experience](/things-to-do/horseback-ride-runaway-beach-experience.a932482.activity-details) | ## What to do in Freetown --- ### Popular places to visit ![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=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Half-Moon-Bay-Beach-Half-Moon-Bay.d503560.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Browns-Bay-Beach-Freetown.d6060761.Attraction) #### Harmony Hall Art Gallery You can spend time exploring the galleries in Harmony Hall Art Gallery in Freetown. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the sailing opportunities. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Harmony-Hall-Art-Gallery-Freetown.d6060809.Attraction) ### Explore areas of 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Freetown-Half-Moon-Bay.dx553248635976400506) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Freetown ![Devil\'s Bridge which includes general coastal views, surf and rocky coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/244000/244774-Devils-Bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Willikies ![Mamora Bay showing a sandy beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/244000/244710-English-Harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mamora Bay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Freetown worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Freetown? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Freetown? ### Is three days enough to stay in Freetown? ### Is Freetown a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Freetown with kids? > - [Antigua Catamaran, Snorkelling and Seafood Lunch Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/antigua-catamaran-snorkelling-and-seafood-lunch-cruise.a310204.activity-details) > - [Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/antigua-shore-excursion-round-island-tour.a1679425.activity-details) > - [Half-Day Tour: Island Safari Adventure from St. John's](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-tour-island-safari-adventure-from-st-johns.a1679421.activity-details) > - [Island Safari 4x4 Discovery Tour from St John's](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/island-safari-4x4-discovery-tour-from-st-johns.a1097982.activity-details) > - [Horseback Ride & Runaway Beach Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/horseback-ride-runaway-beach-experience.a932482.activity-details) ### What to do in Freetown for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Freetown? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - Flights - Packages - Cars - Other - [Hotels near Brown's Bay Beach ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Browns-Bay-Beach-Hotels.0-l6060761-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [All-Inclusive Hotels in Saint Philip ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Saint-Philip-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6223782-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Hotels with Restaurant in Saint Philip ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Saint-Philip-Hotel-With-Restaurant.0-0-d6223782-thotelwithrestaurant.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Saint Philip Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Saint-Philip.d6223782.Hotel-Destinations) - [Hotels near Half Moon Bay Beach ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Half-Moon-Bay-Beach-Hotels.0-l503560-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Half Moon Bay Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Half-Moon-Bay-Freetown-Hotels.0-n553248635976400506-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Harmony Hall Art Gallery ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Harmony-Hall-Art-Gallery-Hotels.0-l6060809-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Willikies Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Willikies-Hotels.d6140765.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Flights to Willikies ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Willikies.d6140765.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Betty's Hope Sugar Plantation ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bettys-Hope-Sugar-Plantation-Saint-Philip.d6060759.Attraction) - [Brown's Bay Beach ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Browns-Bay-Beach-Freetown.d6060761.Attraction) - [Half Moon Bay Beach ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Half-Moon-Bay-Beach-Half-Moon-Bay.d503560.Attraction) - [Visit Saint Philip ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-Philip.dx6223782) - [Visit Willikies ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Willikies.dx6140765) - [Car hire near Half Moon Bay Beach ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Half-Moon-Bay-Beach.d503560.Car-Hire-Guide) - [Car hire Willikies ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Willikies.d6140765.Car-Hire-Guide) - [Things to do in Willikies ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Willikies.d6140765.Travel-Guide-Activities) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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