Please see Latest Site Information for an update on site condition and accessibility. A Cayman Islands Map of Historic & Natural Attractions is also available at the National Trust Visitor Center.

 

Grand Cayman

 

National Trust Headquarters and Visitor Center

South Sound Family Park, 558A South Church Street. The Visitor Center has souvenir items and books of local interest, maps and information sheets on environmental and historical topics.
Free entry - please stop by!

 

Bodden Town Guardhouse Park, Bodden Town

Located at the entrance to Bodden Town, Cayman's first capital, the site commemorates one of the posts used for military purposes over 150 years ago.
Free entry

 

Dr. Roy's Ironshore Historic Site

The "Ironshore" across from the former homesite of the late Dr. Roy McTaggart overlooks historic George Town Harbour. It is the perfect place for watching the sunset. Interpretive signage on site.

 

East End Light House Park, Gorling Bluff, East End

Site of Cayman's first lighthouse. Scenic Views from the top.
Free entry

 

Fort George, corner of Harbour Drive and Fort Street, George Town

Ruins of an 18th century fort, one of the oldest structures in Cayman.
Free entry

 

Governor Michael Gore Bird Sanctuary, Spotts Newlands

Over a quarter of all bird species native to the Cayman Islands have been observed in this small-protected area. Dawn and dusk are the best times for birdwatching from the observation blind.
Free Entry

 

Heritage Beach, East End

Small public recreational beach; ideal picnic site
Free entry

 

Old Savannah School House, Savannah

First historic building restoration to be completed by the National Trust for the Cayman Islands. A fine example of a one-room schoolhouse, which was common in Cayman from the late 1930's to the early 1950's. On display inside are documents and original artifacts donated by former pupils.
Free entry by appointment only (345) 749-1121

 

Watler's Cemetery, Old Prospect Road

Traditional Caymanian family graveyard, with unusual house-shaped grave markers.
Free entry

 

Mastic Reserve and Trail, Frank Sound Road, North Side

The Mastic Reserve is a centre of biodiversity and unique species for Grand Cayman. It harbours rare and endangered trees, shrubs and herbs in an area which encompasses a transition from mangrove wetland to two million old, high, dry rocky forest. As part of the management of the Mastic Reserve the Trust has re-opened a traditional footpath, the Mastic Trail, which links North side with the south coast.

For a guided tour call (345)-749-1121 for reservations and prices

 

Mission House, Bodden Town

One of Cayman's oldest known dwellings, built in a unique setting of dry and wet lands, the Mission House is closely linked to the development and influence of religion in the Cayman Island, as well as traditional building techniques. The building is a replica of the original structure which was destroyed in Hurricane Ivan in 2004. Tours available Monday through Friday. A must see! (345) 749-1132, mailto:mission@nationaltrust.org.ky

 

Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, Frank Sound Road, North Side

A woodland trail allows visitors to explore the islands natural habitats. Home to a variety of native wildlife, the Park is also the centre for the Trusts endangered Grand Cayman Blue Iguana breeding programme.
10% off entry fee for members.

 

Cayman Brac

 

Brac Parrot Reserve

Extending over 180 acres of woodland on Cayman Brac's Bluff, the Reserve is an important breeding habitat for the Cayman Brac Parrot. The Bight Road, a traditional footpath across the Bluff, forms part of a nature trail. Please note that several other traditional trails on the Bluff are also open for hiking and bird watching.
Free entry

 

The Splits

These deep natural splits in the rock provide one of the few year-round sources of water to birds and animals in the Brac. The 17 acre site is presently inaccessible.

 

The Eldemire House Historic Site

During the hurricane of 1932, the house, though battered and pushed off its foundation, remained intact protecting the 34 people sheltered there. Donated in 2005, it is now being restored.

 

Visitors Centre

A tiny gift shop open on an irregular basis or by appointment.

 

Little Cayman

 

Booby Pond Nature Reserve

Home to one of the largest breeding colonies of Red-footed Booby in the Western Hemisphere, the Reserve also contains Cayman's only breeding colony of Magnificent Frigate birds. A Visitor Centre provides an elevated viewing point for observation of the Booby Rookery through a fixed telescope.
Free entry (entry into the breeding colony itself is not permitted)

 

Little Cayman Visitors Centre

An interpretive centre, gift shop, and office with elevated observation deck overlooking the Booby Pond Reserve. Telescopes are provided and the deck is open everyday. Visitors Centre is open Mon - Fri 3:00 to 5:00pm