Grand Cayman Cayman Islands
Country: Cayman Islands · Region: Western Caribbean · Arrival: tender · Currency: Cayman Islands Dollar
Grand Cayman is a popular cruise destination with George Town as its main port, featuring the world-famous Seven Mile Beach and easy access to attractions like Stingray City and the Cayman Turtle Farm.
Top sights
Seven Mile Beach, Stingray City, Boatswain's Beach (Cayman Turtle Farm), Cayman Islands National Museum, Pedro St. James Castle, Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park
Things to do
- Cayman Islands National Museum
- Housed in the historic Old Courts Building with exhibits covering island history; requires one to three hours depending on depth of visit.
- Boatswain's Beach (Cayman Turtle Farm)
- 24-acre marine park with over 16,000 sea turtles, snorkel lagoon, predator tank, aviary, and heritage street with local crafts and Caymanian cuisine.
- Stingray City
- Famous excursion where tourists can feed and interact with stingrays in waist-deep water at Stingray Sandbar.
- Pedro St. James Castle
- 1780 stone structure surrounded by a preserve with hourly multimedia shows.
Beaches
- Seven Mile Beach
- One of the finest beaches in the world, located on the west coast north of George Town with excellent snorkeling.
- Cemetery Beach
- Northern end of Seven Mile Beach offering beautiful scenery and snorkeling opportunities offshore, located next to a small island cemetery.
Where to eat
- Caribbean Kitchen (Czech Out At The Goal)
- Small restaurant with outdoor seating exclusively serving Caymanian food and beer, including turtle stew, located beside the National Museum.
- SeaHarvest
- Spectacular seafood and East and West Indian dishes at Sunset House with great value and menus available online.
Bars and nightlife
- Coconut Joes
- Grand Cayman's liveliest outdoor restaurant and bar on Seven Mile Beach.
Forecast for Grand Cayman
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Weather in Grand Cayman by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F | 76°F | 1.4 in | 12 |
| February | 82°F | 76°F | 1.6 in | 14 |
| March | 83°F | 77°F | 2.1 in | 16 |
| April | 84°F | 78°F | 1.8 in | 14 |
| May | 85°F | 79°F | 4.4 in | 20 |
| June | 86°F | 80°F | 6.1 in | 20 |
| July | 88°F | 81°F | 2.4 in | 18 |
| August | 88°F | 81°F | 4.0 in | 17 |
| September | 87°F | 81°F | 4.6 in | 21 |
| October | 85°F | 80°F | 6.0 in | 21 |
| November | 83°F | 79°F | 4.9 in | 17 |
| December | 82°F | 78°F | 2.1 in | 13 |
Getting around
Taxis are available at the cruise ship docks in George Town; Seven Mile Beach is not within walking distance but accessible by taxi or rental car; local mini-buses also provide transport.
What to eat
Try the national dish of turtle stew at restaurants like Caribbean Kitchen or Corita's Copper Kettle; seafood is available throughout but all food is expensive as most items are imported.
Tips
Plan your day around cruise ship schedules as George Town gets very busy when multiple ships are in port; book popular excursions like Stingray City in advance.
Best for
Beaches, snorkeling, water sports
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