Bridgetown City Car Hire

Bridgetown Cruise Terminal in Carlisle Bay welcomes hundreds of thousands of cruise passengers each year, and a car rental company operates on-site for those wanting to explore Barbados independently during port stops. The terminal is located 1.5 km west of Bridgetown center and 18 km from BGI airport. The cruise terminal sits at Deep Water Harbour, within taxi distance of Bridgetown center and Carlisle Bay Beach.

Harrison's Cave in St. Thomas is reached in 25 minutes heading north, and Bathsheba on the Atlantic coast takes approximately 40 minutes east via Highway 2. Book your rental car in advance if your ship is calling during peak season – rental companies can run out of vehicles quickly.

Plan a compact route: Harrison's Cave, Animal Flower Cave in the north, and Bathsheba can all be visited in one day. Make sure you're back at the terminal at least 1 hour before the ship's departure. How much time do I have if my cruise ship stops for 8 hours?

Eight hours is enough to see Harrison's Cave (1 hour), drive to Bathsheba (40 minutes), and explore Bridgetown center (2 hours) with good time to spare. Is one rental company enough at the cruise terminal? During periods with multiple ships in port, vehicles may be fully booked – always reserve online in advance to guarantee availability.

Can I drive to Animal Flower Cave in the north from the terminal? Yes, it's approximately 35 km and takes about 45 minutes via Highway 1 along the west coast – a scenic drive.

We compare prices from all major providers at Portland Kryssningsterminalen so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.