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The World’s 100 Best Botanical Gardens

Hunte’s Gardens

Saint Joseph, Barbados

  1. WORLD’S BEST BOTANICAL GARDENS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 17 2026

No. 1 in the Caribbean

Hunte’s Gardens

A small tropical garden of about two acres planted in a collapsed cave sinkhole in the Barbados countryside, created by horticulturist Anthony Hunte. Winding stepped paths descend past dense foliage, sculptures, large pots and secluded seating areas, with music playing throughout.

Highlights

  • Sinkhole garden paths
  • Veranda cafe with rum punch
  • Historic main house

Good to know

  • Many stairs on the paths
  • Allow 20 minutes to two hours
  • Parking, cafe and restrooms on site

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