Falmouth Harbour at a glance
Falmouth Harbour lies right next to English Harbour in the south of Antigua. It is a working yachting harbor with marinas, a yacht club and berths for large yachts. It is not Falmouth in Cornwall. The National Parks Authority looks after the historic and natural landscapes around both harbors, but the marinas and the yacht club are separate businesses and organizations.
The best way to see both bays at once is from Shirley Heights, which looks over English Harbour and Falmouth Harbour together. Along the water itself you find the marinas, the yacht club and a mix of restaurants and bars within walking distance of some accommodation.
Marinas and the yacht club
The marinas are active businesses, not museum grounds. A marina is a place where yachts berth and crews work, so there is no general right to walk onto docks or tour a superyacht. Ask at the marina office if you want access.
Three names come up most often. They are different organizations and you should keep them apart.
Who is who in Falmouth Harbour
As the operators and the tourism authority describe them.
| Name | What it is | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Falmouth Harbour Marina | Marina with deep berths and facilities for large yachts and superyachts | The operator gives 1994 as its founding year |
| Antigua Superyacht Marina and Resort | Marina, berths, accommodation and maritime services | Advertises its location in Falmouth Harbour |
| Antigua Yacht Club | Clubhouse for members and guests | A club, separate from the commercial marinas |
Older names for marinas in the harbor, such as the Antigua Yacht Club Marina, may still appear online. Do not assume an old name is the current operator.
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Restaurants and bars
What is known about the waterfront scene.
Within walking distance
A provider of self-catering suites on the bay says that restaurants and bars are within walking distance of its property, with a view over Falmouth Harbour. That points to a food and drink scene around the bay. Ask your accommodation which places are open on the night you arrive.
Summer and winter
The Antigua Yacht Club sailing programme for 2025 and 2026, revised on 2 October 2025, lists local sailing events in May and June as well. The harbor does not shut down for the summer. That still does not mean every restaurant is open or that superyachts are always in port at that time, so check before a special trip.
The big dates
Antigua Sailing Week 2027 runs from 21 to 25 April 2027, according to the organizer. The Classic Yacht Regatta runs from 14 to 19 April 2027 at Nelson's Dockyard. The Sailing Week format changed to point-to-point in 2026, so older spectator advice may not apply. See the Sailing Week page.
Getting to Falmouth Harbour
An online bus guide dated 4 June 2026 describes bus 17 from the West Bus Station in St. John's via All Saints, Liberta and Falmouth to English Harbour, taking about 45 to 60 minutes. No fixed timetable is published, and minibuses leave when they fill up. Check the fare with the driver. The getting there page covers the airport, taxis and car hire.
If you rent a car, traffic keeps left, and visitors need a temporary driving permit from the police or the car hire company. Use licensed taxis only, as the British Foreign Office advises. Details on safety are in the safety guide.
A simple day plan: spend the morning at Nelson's Dockyard, walk or ride around to the Falmouth Harbour waterfront for lunch, and go up to Shirley Heights in the late afternoon. Ask locally how long each leg takes, as times depend on the route and the traffic.
For a stay on the Falmouth side, one provider offers self-catering suites for short stays, with a kitchen and a view over the harbor. Staying inside the Dockyard is a different option, described on the where to stay page.
Plan the rest of your stay
Places next to Falmouth Harbour.
Shirley Heights
The lookout above both harbors, with the Sunday party.
Nelson's Dockyard
The historic base and marina on the English Harbour side.
Antigua Sailing Week
Dates and how the new format affects spectators.
If your trip continues to the Virgin Islands, the St. Thomas excursions guide shows boat and island options there.
Falmouth Harbour: frequently asked questions
Is Falmouth Harbour the same as English Harbour?
No. They are two neighboring harbors in the south of Antigua. English Harbour holds Nelson's Dockyard, and Falmouth Harbour is the broad bay beside it with marinas and the yacht club.
Can I walk onto the docks and see the superyachts?
There is no general right to enter the docks or tour a yacht. The marinas are active businesses, so ask at the marina office if you want access.
Is Falmouth Harbour in Cornwall?
No. This is Falmouth Harbour in Antigua, in the Caribbean. It has no connection to Falmouth in Cornwall.
Is the harbor active outside the winter season?
The Antigua Yacht Club programme for 2025 and 2026 lists local sailing events in May and June as well, so the harbor does not shut down in summer. Whether all restaurants are open then can differ, so check ahead.
How do I get from St. John's to Falmouth Harbour?
A June 2026 bus guide describes bus 17 from the West Bus Station through Falmouth to English Harbour, about 45 to 60 minutes, without a fixed timetable. A licensed taxi is the alternative.