Castries Travel Guide
Saint Lucia
Castries is the capital of Saint Lucia and a city of around 20,000 people on the island’s Caribbean coast. It is served by Hewanorra Airport and George F. L. Charles Airport, giving visitors two airport options when planning their arrival.
The nearest named beach is Vigie Beach, 4.2 kilometres from Castries. Other beaches within reach include Anse de cochon Beach at 9.2 kilometres, Reduit Beach at 10.5 kilometres, Pigeon Island Beach at 11.9 kilometres, Grand Anse Beach at 13.1 kilometres and Cas-en-Bas Beach at 13.5 kilometres.
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Weather in Castries
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Know before you go
Pays in XCD
Plug type Type G
Emergency 911
Dial code +1758
Tipping: Tipping is customary in Saint Lucia for good service. While not mandatory, it is a common way to show appreciation.
Best time to visit Castries
Jan
27°21Feb
28°17Mar
29°14Apr
29°14May
30°17Jun
30°20Jul
29°23Aug
30°23Sep
31°19Oct
30°20Nov
29°18Dec
28°19Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Castries
Vigie Beach
4.2 km away
Choc Beach
5.5 km away
Marisule Beach
7 km away
Anse de cochon Beach
9.2 km away
Reduit Beach
10.5 km away
Pigeon Island Beach
11.9 km away
Grand Anse Beach
13.1 km away
Cas-en-Bas Beach
13.5 km away
Things to do in Castries
Mindoo Philip Park
stadium arena
2.6 km
2.4 km
Anse Feré
historic site
0.9 km
Howelton Estate
historic site
2.1 km
First Love Church
christian place of worship
4.5 km
The Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral
christian place of worship
2.4 km
Bethel Tabernacle Empowerment Centre
religious organization
3.1 km
Constitution Park
park
2.5 km
Getting there
Hewanorra Airport · 29.4 km
George F. L. Charles Airport · 3.1 km
Frequently asked Questions
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