If you’ve been following our Anguilla series, you already know this little island has completely stolen our hearts. From renovating our home to learning the slow rhythms of island life, every week brings something new. In this episode, we’re taking a break from renovation updates to share something a little lighter—our favorite places across the island that truly capture the beauty and soul of Anguilla. Whether you’re planning a visit or just daydreaming from home, here are six of the best spots to visit in Anguilla that we think you’ll love as much as we do.
This long stretch of soft, powdery sand is where we first fell in love with the island’s south side. The turquoise water, the view of St. Martin across the horizon, and the calm, uncrowded atmosphere make it pure paradise. We love ending the day here with live music at The Dune Preserve or a beach barbecue under the stars at Aurora Resort. It is magic every single time!
Getting here is an adventure (think bumpy dirt road), but the moment you see the water, it’s all worth it. The color alone looks unreal—bright neon turquoise that seems to glow. It’s one of our favorite snorkeling spots, and we always stop at Gwen’s Reggae Bar and Grill for their curry pasta salad and live island music.
On the east end of the island, Island Harbor has that laid-back, local charm. Fishing boats line the shore, and you can hop on a small boat for a five-minute ride to tiny Scilly Cay—home to one of the most beautiful, no-frills beach restaurants built from conch shells. It’s our go-to for sea turtles, snorkeling, and simple island bliss.
Meads Bay feels like the island showing off. The water shifts from turquoise to deep navy, and the sand is like silk. It’s peaceful during the day and alive at night—especially at Leon’s, one of our favorite beach restaurants for live music, sushi, and sunset cocktails.
Tucked on the northwest coast, Crocus Bay has quickly become one of our family favorites. The cliffs, the calm clear water, and the view from our favorite restaurant, Da’Vida, make it the perfect spot to spend a full beach day. It’s also one of the best places on the island for snorkeling—you might even spot sea turtles gliding by.
This is where the island truly comes alive. By day, it’s a busy harbor where ships and fishing boats come and go. By night, it’s the heartbeat of Anguilla—string lights, music, and good food up and down the beach. We love grabbing a burger at Roy’s or catching live music at Elvis’s Beach Bar. And if you’re lucky enough to visit during festival season, the boat races here are unforgettable.
Every one of these beaches reminds us why we fell in love with Anguilla in the first place—unhurried, full of character, and breathtakingly beautiful. I’m sure our list of best spots to visit in Anguilla will grow
Keep watching our Anguilla series to see more of our island life journey, home renovation updates, and the behind-the-scenes moments that make this adventure so special. There’s so much more to come, and we can’t wait to share it with you.
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