The 39 sq km / 15 sq mile Nelson's Dockyard National Park was established in 1984. Its hills provide excellent views of the shoreline and surrounding countryside.
The Admiral's Inn is located at Nelson's Dockyard on English Harbour. The building was constructed in 1788 and is today a quaint inn with only nine guest rooms in the main structure. The inn also has dining facilities and evening entertainment.
This 18th C house was originally built for Prince William Henry, who became King William IV. Although it is now the country residence of the governor-general, it is open to the public for tours.
The Dow's Hill Interpretation Centre offers a multimedia display of Antigua's history, from prehistory to the present day. There is also an exhibit of 18th C artifacts. The grounds contain the ruins of a house built in the 1780s.
Surrounded by many abandoned sugar mills, the small village of Falmouth is protected in a large horseshoe-shaped bay. The east side of the harbor contains restaurants and is within easy walking distance of Nelson's Dockyard.
Today only ruins, Fort Berkeley protected the entrance to English Harbour. Located on the west entrance to the harbour visitors can walk out here to see what remains and also enjoy the views.
The ruins of a Fort Shirley stand on top of this rise known as Shirley Heights. Visitors may still see the remains of the fort's barracks and officers' quarters. The view from this point is quite spectacular.