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St. Augustine, located in the north of Trinidad near Port of Spain, is home to the University of the West Indies. That means it’s constantly alive with a cheery student population, roaming between campus buildings, cafes, and restaurants. Mount St. Benedict Abbey, which is one of the oldest monasteries in the Caribbean, is the other major draw in St. Augustine. The eye-catching religious complex is surrounded by hiking trails.
Rent a car through Orbitz to explore St. Augustine and to drive to nearby destinations. The Caroni Bird Sanctuary and a number of beautiful beaches are just a moment’s drive from the neighborhood.
St. Augustine is just one of many desirable destinations on the island of Trinidad. We’ve picked three places you should visit in your rental car.
St. Augustine is conveniently located near the Trinidadian capital, Port of Spain. Drive here in your rental car to see gorgeous colonial mansions and the country’s parliamentary building. It’s also the place to be for lush botanical gardens, and to enjoy the local artwork and culture on display in the fascinating National Museum and Art Gallery.
Journey time: Around 25 minutes
Distance: Approximately 10 miles
Drive through the center of the island to reach Trinidad’s wild east coast. Here you’ll find the Matura National Park, where turtles nest on the beaches, and pawi birds flutter between trees. Matura Beach is an atmospheric spot, particularly popular for ecotourism and turtle-watching. One of the best reasons to visit the park is to find the Rio Seco Waterfall, which plunges into a stunning, secluded swimming hole.
Journey time: Around 1 hour 10 minutes
Distance: Approximately 35 miles
Maracas Bay is, understandably, one of the most popular beaches in Trinidad, with a naturally sheltered bay, piercing blue waters, and a picture-perfect crescent of sand. One of the best reasons to visit, however, is simply to enjoy the drive over the mountains and through the rainforests – you’ll be glad to have a rental car, as the roads take you to panoramic viewpoints with vistas of the Caribbean coastline.
Journey time: Around 50 minutes
Distance: Approximately 20 miles