Transportation in St. George's

Getting around St. George's, Grenada relies on two workhorses: shared minibuses and taxis. Minibuses, private vans that follow informal fixed routes across the island, are the everyday choice for locals and budget-conscious visitors alike. They depart from the Market Square and Esplanade bus terminal in central St. George's, running throughout the day to most major towns and communities. Fares are economy-priced; check current rates locally, as drivers collect cash on board. Taxis operate island-wide and are readily available at the cruise ship terminal, the Esplanade, and outside the main hotels, a comfort option, for luggage-heavy arrivals or after dark when minibus frequency drops. Maurice Bishop International Airport sits at Point Salines on the southwestern tip of the island, roughly a 10-minute drive from central St. George's under normal conditions. Taxis are the standard transfer option. There is no scheduled bus service directly linking the airport to the city centre. Negotiate or confirm the fare before setting off, or check current rates through your accommodation or the booking widget below. Rental cars are available at the airport, though visitors must obtain a local driving permit (available on-site); driving is on the left. First-time visitors to St. George's should know that the capital's historic centre, the Carenage, Market Square, and Fort George hill, is compact enough to cover on foot, and walking is often faster than waiting for a vehicle during busy cruise-ship days. Avoid haggling aggressively with taxi drivers on the waterfront during peak cruise arrivals, as increase demand is real. Arranging transfers through your hotel typically yields more predictable pricing. If you plan to explore the wider island independently, a rental car gives the most flexibility. But the mountainous roads demand confident driving.