Barbados Open House Programme
Barbados has a rich history of great houses, plantations, pirate dens and the attractive chattel house of board and shingle, sometimes with ornate trim, which were the homes to the less privileged.
Barbados homes are some of the world's best examples of a period of architecture, dating back to the sevenenth century. Rare possessions, mahogany furniture, exquisite ornaments, household artifacts, buggies, art, and sculpture decorate these homes in a unique setting of tropical color and building style. There are many heritage tours which provide visits to these unique settings.
The Open House Programme, in 2026 rebranded as Open Houses, Gardens and Experiences, is presented by the Barbados National Trust and features some of the island's most historic and beautiful private homes and gardens. These lovely places are opened with the kind permission of the owners.
2026 Barbados Open Houses, Gardens and Experiences
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 07 Jan | 1 pm – 5 pm | Rugby House |
| 10 Jan | 1 pm – 5 pm | Benthams Gardens |
| 17 Jan | 1 pm – 5 pm | Gibbons House |
| 28 Jan | 1 pm – 5 pm | Hopefield Manor |
| 07 Feb | 1 pm – 5 pm | Foursquare Rum Distillery |
| 11 Feb | 1 pm – 5 pm | Kingston Quarry Garden |
| 14 Feb | 1 pm – 5 pm | Ilaro Court |
| 21 Feb | 4 pm – 8 pm | Harry Bayley Observatory |
| 28 Feb | 1 pm – 5 pm | The Whispers |
| 14 Mar | 1 pm – 5 pm | Byde Mill Plantation House |
| 25 Mar | 1 pm – 5 pm | Clifton Hall Great House |
| 28 Mar | 1 pm – 5 pm | Landis Garden |
📌 Get Directions & 🎟️ Buy Tickets
Entrance Fees
Adults: US $20 / BDS $40 Members of National Trusts: US $15 / BDS $30 Members of BARP/AARP/CARP: US $17.50 / BDS $35 Children aged 12-17 (with an adult): US$7.50 / BDS $15 Students of BCC, UWI, Polytechnic: US$7.50 / BDS $15 Children under 12: free
BARBADOS NATIONAL TRUST
Wildey House,
Wildey,
St. Michael,
Barbados
Tel: (246) 426-2421
E-mail: info@barbadosnationaltrust.com
Heritage Tours
In addition to visiting the Open Houses, you may also enjoy these heritage tours:
