Grenada: Spice Garden, Chocolate Museum, Distillery, and Local Foods Tour
4.8
58 Ratings
St. George's
Immerse yourself in the authentic Grenadian experience with a tour of the Spice Garden, Chocolate Museum, Distillery, and local foods. Indulge in local chocolate, learn about rum making, and explore the lush interior of Grenada.
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Carenage - A scenic inlet, the Carenage is a great place for a stroll along the water’s edge, taking in the colorful fishing boats and the bustle of supplies being loaded for other islands. At the north end, some of the sturdy Georgian buildings overlooking the water have been restored.
  • House of Chocolate - Experience the history of chocolate making in Grenada
  • Clarke’s Court Rum Distillery - Clarke’s Court Rum Distillery, Grenada Distillers Limited, it is a “must see” for all visitors, they are the island’s best-known and largest distillery and one of the most interesting historical sites. The factory has been in operation since 1937, and is situated in the southern part of the island, in the Parish of St George.

You will learn about all the different processes and stages of making their fine rum. You would learn of the distilling process from sugar cane, syrup and molasses, to rum, and also the aging, blending and bottling processes. You would also get the opportunity to discover old steam engines, some dating as far back as 1886.

The tour of the factory lasts about 15-20 minutes, after which you are invited to sample their award-winning rums at the sample bar. You would be given recipes on different ways you can mix our rum and truly appreciate the taste of their fine products.

  • Fort Frederick - Perched atop Richmond Hill at the center of St. George’s, Fort Frederick is a bastion type fort, which offers a 360 view of St. George’s. After a walk through its grand arches, you look southward onto the town of St. George’s and admire the picturesque Carenage and northward to the rolling mountain ridges covered in lush vegetation and quaint houses. Today, Fort Frederick is an attraction of beautiful vistas and various levels with enchanting perspectives of the capital city of Grenada.

  • De La Grenade Nutmeg Garden - Find out about the processing of local spices and preserves.

  • Laura’s Herb & Spice Garden - Laura’s Herb and Spice Tours accommodate nature lovers and outdoor seekers. Walking down a trail paved with nutmeg shells one can explore and learn many variety of herbs and spices. Many of these herbs and spices are exported by Grenada making it truly the spice island of the Caribbean. Even if you do not know their names as you traverse the grounds the scent of these spices will captivate your senses.

  • Annandale Falls - At Annandale falls you will enjoy the serenity of water cascading over the rocks, simply revel in the beauty and sounds of the falls or you can spend time exploring the trails & surrounding gardens where tropical flowers and trees flourish.

  • Grand Etang Lake - Grand Etang national Park is the place to be when planning your perfect Grenada getaway. As we travel through the mountains you’ll begin to get closer to the Island’s Tropical interiors. At the Park you’ll get to learn about some of it’s beautiful plants and interact with its hospitable animals. You’ll be guided through the beautiful tropical `rainforest to the world’s famous Grand Etang crater Lake which is 1,800 feet (550 m) above sea level and one of the two crater lakes on the Island. At this point you’ll have a perfect view of mount Qua Qua, feed the lake’s fishes and experience the peace of the water’s edge.

What's Included
  • Tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pick-up and drop-off from client’s location
What's Not Included
  • Food and drink unless specified
  • Guide gratuities
Additional Information

This excursion is special as it gives you a true taste of Grenada, the ‘isle of spice’, which is quintessentially its essence.

We initiate our journey at The House of Chocolate Museum, a spot for the connoisseur where you can relish some of the finest local chocolate delicacies and learn about its history on the island. From there, we proceed to the Clarkes Court Distillery, where we delve into the rich history of Rum production on the southern part of the island while getting to taste some of the strongest rums worldwide.

The journey further leads us to the De La Grenade industries, witnessing the transformation of local produce like nutmeg into local delights like jams & jellies. At Laura’s Herb and Spice Gardens, you get an opportunity to mingle with nature while observing an interesting assortment of local fruits, herbs & spices.

With the Full day option, the journey extends to the verdant interior where visits to the picturesque Annandale Falls and the fascinating Grand Etang National Park & Lake await.

Location
House of Chocolate
Young Street 10, Next to Grenada National Museum
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Matthew_n
Apr 16, 2024
Jeremy was an excellent... - Jeremy was an excellent tour guide. He taught us a great deal about Grenadian culture and flora, while safely navigating us through the winding Grenadian roads.
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Happiness67782896929
Mar 15, 2024
We really enjoyed this tour. Ask for Jeremy. - The tour was very enjoyable and informative. We sampled foods of 3 local restaurants / vendors giving us a good representation of the area. Our guide “Jeremy” was very knowledgeable about the history of the island which he shared with us. He was also very personable and made us feel like friends. Our tour was for the full day. I would reccommend this tour to anyone who wants a similar experience. You will see a lot of the island.
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Davidhf9125sr
Mar 10, 2024
Very informative tour - A really informative tour. Saw Grenada from a different perspective and learned many new things. If you want to know more about the country then I highly recommend you take this tour.
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Eric_g
Feb 29, 2024
Great overview of Grenada - Jeremy was a friendly and knowledgeable guide and the company added a food component at the last minute for $20 which was worth it. Grand Etang and Laura’s spice garden were memorable.
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B7886blemmas
Feb 28, 2024
So good - The tour was so good. It was a day well spent and I would recommend it to everyone looking to explore more of the country as it combines the best things to do and see.
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N6099uwmarlong
Feb 26, 2024
Very educational tour - This tour is highly educational regarding spices and herbs. As a medical doctor, I am delighted that we took part in this tour. For the first time, I saw a genuine cinnamon tree and smelled the sticks obtained from the second layer of the tree bark. In the US, we have the cassia variety, which isn't real cinnamon. However, Grenada has the Ceylon variety, which is authentic, delicate, and sweet, creating a subtle and not so overpowering flavor. The country is truly unique so is this tour and company. Can’t recommend them enough
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Connien756
Feb 19, 2024
Absolutely worth booking - Exploring the chocolate-making process and savoring pure chocolate was fascinating. Unlike most commercially refined chocolates, Grenada’s is purer with a higher cocoa content. The small setup allowed for an intimate experience, with a chance to ask questions. The variety of chocolates offered was enjoyable, and the tour didn't pressure us into trying unwanted flavors. The homemade nutmeg ice cream emerged as a favorite. Although we skipped the rum tasting part of the tour due to not consuming alcohol, the other sites were delightful. Spice garden was so beautiful and very informative. Worth booking for a delightful experience.
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Ina_g
Feb 7, 2024
Faboulous day with lots to explore - We had a phantastic day packed with beatyful different stops, enough time to enjoy everything and our driver Jeremy was outstanding. He told us really a lot and intersting stuff and we had a great impression about Greneda.
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U1033hvtonir
Jan 31, 2024
Perfect weather, awesome tour and guide - Had such a pleasant day touring Grenada with Jason, who has great knowledge about the island. We stayed at the Silversands Resort on the Grand Anse main road, which facilitated pickup, and Jason, our guide, arrived on time. The garden was beautiful, with a wide variety of spices given to us to feel and smell; they were distinct in aroma, which was awesome. The view from the fort was amazing with a panoramic view and would make for a really good relaxation spot, as it is perched atop the mountain overlooking the town of St. George and its magnificent surroundings. I’m in awe of Grenada’s architecture the diversity in colors is so unique. The rest of the itinerary was also worth it. This is an overall fantastic experience well crafted by an excellent company. I recommend this
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David_m
Feb 27, 2024
A great introduction to Grenada! - Our driver was Jeremy and he was awesome! He was on time and very friendly and knowledgeable about the entire island. We had other guides for the Spice Garden and the Rum Factory, but he knew all the history and answers to our questions at Fort Frederick. He also stopped to let us take photos and pointed out things along our drives and gave us a lot of interesting information on the island while we were driving. We also went to the Chocolate shop and got a demonstration there..,, was worth it just to pick up a few things and we tried the nutmeg ice cream (delicious!). He also stopped at the spice market on Great Anse beach on our way back to our hotel so we could pick up some local items. Over all, it was a great day and well worth it!!
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