Things to do in Dominica
Where to go in Dominica, when to visit, and what a trip costs.
Places to visit in Dominica
- Things to do in Roseau nature, adventure, relax
Best time to visit Dominica
When flights to each destination are cheapest.
- Roseau
- The cheapest months to fly to Roseau are May through early July and September through November (hurricane season shoulder periods), where fares and hotel rates can be 25-40% lower than the December-April peak. Flying midweek on Tuesdays or Wednesdays versus weekends also tends to save $50-100 on connecting itineraries.
Is Dominica expensive?
A day on the ground for one person travelling alone, before flights: somewhere to sleep, food, something to do and getting around.
- Roseau
- About $55 a day on a shoestring, about $250 comfortably.
Set your dates, budget and home airport on any destination below for a total that includes flights.
Free things to do in Dominica
- Stroll the Roseau Waterfront Boardwalk Scenic harbor walk past fishing boats and local life with mountain backdrops
- Visit the Botanical Gardens One of the oldest botanic gardens in the Caribbean with exotic trees and free entry
- Explore the Old Market Square Lively open-air space with local vendors, craft sellers, and cultural energy
- Swim at Soufriere Bay Volcanic black-sand beach with snorkeling just offshore, a short ride from Roseau
- Hike the Waitukubuli National Trail segments near Roseau Free access to stunning jungle trail segments with panoramic views
Cheap eats in Dominica
- Cocorico Café, Creole fish fillet with rice and plantains Plates $7-12
- Balizier Restaurant, Stewed chicken with provisions and local juice Plates $5-9
- Old Market Food Stalls, Saltfish fritters or roti with dasheen Plates $3-6
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