Antigua's Heritage Quay

Strategically located on the waterfront in the heart of St. John's, Heritage Quay continues to attract visitors from near and far. Be it for the diverse duty-free shopping, local entertainers or overall atmosphere, you will find yourself walking through the elegantly designed ocean front complex over and over again enjoying a drink of Antigua's very own Cavalier rum. Not only does Heritage Quay house over 50 diverse air conditioned shops, but also a casino, numerous restaurants and an attractive hotel overlooking the harbor. "It is both picturesque by day and enticing by Caribbean moonlight" says Sen. Anthony Stuart, Executive Director .

The uniqueness of Heritage Quay is its Finger Pier, which allows berthing of two or more cruise ships simultaneously. This gives our Cruise Ship passengers the luxury of disembarking from the ship into duty free shopping. The pier is also equipped with the necessary utilities such as water, telephone, and electricity.

The History

In 1986 by an Act of Parliament St. John's Development Corporation was formed.  This statutory body was made responsible for the re-enhancement and orderly development of the main commercial center, St. John's City.   This corporation was facilitated to bring alive the vision of creating a duty free shopping and entertainment complex which would revolutionize shopping in Antigua and more so the OECS countries.  Heritage Quay was the first of its kind in the lesser antilles and was seen as a catalyst for economic activity in St. John's City.

Heritage Quay was the first project of the St. John's Development Corporation and became functional in August of 1988, though it was not officially opened until November 4th, 1988. The development of Heritage Quay has breathed new life into the downtown district and has added immeasurably to the attractiveness of the City of St. John's. Additionally, Heritage Quay has improved the shopping environment in St. John's and has also created the financial background whereby St. John's Development Corporation could press on with its long-term