Jo-Ann’s guidebook
Neighborhoods
Green Space is located in the lush, quiet Santa Cruz valley with easy access to Santa Cruz Food Basket supermarket, Lucky Bakery, Roti Cafe, Chocolate Bar Cafe and the Roundabout Bar. (a 5-minute drive into “The Village”). There are several roadside stalls with fresh fruit and vegetables in and around the Village. The village also has a pharmacy, health centre, gas station and police station.
Santa Cruz
Green Space is located in the lush, quiet Santa Cruz valley with easy access to Santa Cruz Food Basket supermarket, Lucky Bakery, Roti Cafe, Chocolate Bar Cafe and the Roundabout Bar. (a 5-minute drive into “The Village”). There are several roadside stalls with fresh fruit and vegetables in and around the Village. The village also has a pharmacy, health centre, gas station and police station.
Food scene
The recommendations listed in this section are in the vicinity of Green Space. Driving times and distances are provided for your convenience and hours of operation can be sourced online.
The Roti Café in Santa Cruz is famous for unusual fillings including lobster and was featured in Andrew Zimmern’s Bizarre Foods Delicious Destinations Trinidad edition. Locals purchase Roti Cafe's silky dhalpoori rotis to go with their home cooked curries - 5 minute drive (1.7 km) from Green Space
The Roti Cafe
The Roti Café in Santa Cruz is famous for unusual fillings including lobster and was featured in Andrew Zimmern’s Bizarre Foods Delicious Destinations Trinidad edition. Locals purchase Roti Cafe's silky dhalpoori rotis to go with their home cooked curries - 5 minute drive (1.7 km) from Green Space
Chocolate delicacies made from local single estate cocoa and food. I recommend sampling their creole cocoa in their outdoor seating area and take a short climb up their cocoa house to see if they are drying any cocoa beans - 5 minute drive (2.4 km) from Green Space
Mountain Pride Chocolate Bar
Sam Boucaud Extension RoadChocolate delicacies made from local single estate cocoa and food. I recommend sampling their creole cocoa in their outdoor seating area and take a short climb up their cocoa house to see if they are drying any cocoa beans - 5 minute drive (2.4 km) from Green Space
Sold on Maracas Bay beach, Richard’s Bake & Shark a flatbread and batter fried shark sandwich described by Andrew Zimmern on Food Channel’s Bizarre Foods as one of the top 10 favorite foods he has ever eaten - 25 minute drive (17.4 km) from Green Space.
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Richard's Bake and Shark
North Coast RoadSold on Maracas Bay beach, Richard’s Bake & Shark a flatbread and batter fried shark sandwich described by Andrew Zimmern on Food Channel’s Bizarre Foods as one of the top 10 favorite foods he has ever eaten - 25 minute drive (17.4 km) from Green Space.
Pleasant place to have a drink in an open air setting - 5 minute drive (2.7 km) from Green Space
Roundabout Bar
Saddle RoadPleasant place to have a drink in an open air setting - 5 minute drive (2.7 km) from Green Space
In addition to bagels and other freshly baked goods and great Syrian/Lebonese delicacies, Adams Bagels sells their house sauces including pepper sauce and a wide variety of excellent desserts - 20 minute drive (10.9 km) from Green Space.
18 molta ag muintir na háite
Adam's Bagels
15A Saddle RoadIn addition to bagels and other freshly baked goods and great Syrian/Lebonese delicacies, Adams Bagels sells their house sauces including pepper sauce and a wide variety of excellent desserts - 20 minute drive (10.9 km) from Green Space.
Delicious classical Indian take out food featuring tandoori, tikka, korma and vindaloo curries and the best aloo samosas. Owner was head chef at an upscale Northern Indian restaurant prior to opening this place - 20 minute (9.5 km) drive from Green Space.
Salt N'Pepper
3 A Saddle RoadDelicious classical Indian take out food featuring tandoori, tikka, korma and vindaloo curries and the best aloo samosas. Owner was head chef at an upscale Northern Indian restaurant prior to opening this place - 20 minute (9.5 km) drive from Green Space.
Their freshly made kimchi adds that extra zing to their menu and my favourite is the grilled salmon teriyaki dinner but many patrons go for their ramyun noodle dishes - 20 minute (13.7 km) drive from Green Space.
6 molta ag muintir na háite
Golden Bell
58 Maraval RoadTheir freshly made kimchi adds that extra zing to their menu and my favourite is the grilled salmon teriyaki dinner but many patrons go for their ramyun noodle dishes - 20 minute (13.7 km) drive from Green Space.
Nearest well stocked grocery with bakery and cooked food - 5 minute (2.1 km) drive from Green Space.
Santa Cruz Health Centre
Saddle RoadNearest well stocked grocery with bakery and cooked food - 5 minute (2.1 km) drive from Green Space.
Indian joint serving naans, biryanis, curries, kebabs, wraps and chai. We buy their signature frozen samosas and their moist banana bread - 20 minutes (9.6 km) from Green Space.
Papadums Indian Joint
36A Saddle RoadIndian joint serving naans, biryanis, curries, kebabs, wraps and chai. We buy their signature frozen samosas and their moist banana bread - 20 minutes (9.6 km) from Green Space.
We like their pasta served with crisp salads topped with their signature home-made dressing - 20 minutes (9.6 km) from Green Space.
Joe's Pizza Steaks & Hoagies
37 Saddle RoadWe like their pasta served with crisp salads topped with their signature home-made dressing - 20 minutes (9.6 km) from Green Space.
We enjoy their afternoon tea served on a three tiered server complete with warm scones, cream and preserves - 25 minutes (11.1 km) from Green Space.
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Dianne's Tea Shop
119 Long Circular RdWe enjoy their afternoon tea served on a three tiered server complete with warm scones, cream and preserves - 25 minutes (11.1 km) from Green Space.
This epicurean market place is a magnet for foodies. They offer a wide range of takeout options including handmade pasta, pizza, sushi, poke bowls, and baked goods. I have the Fit salmon and grilled broccoli when I am feeling virtuous and the towering bagel and lox when I am feeling more indulgent - 25 minute (11.1 km) drive from Green Space.
9 molta ag muintir na háite
Aioli
Rapsey StreetThis epicurean market place is a magnet for foodies. They offer a wide range of takeout options including handmade pasta, pizza, sushi, poke bowls, and baked goods. I have the Fit salmon and grilled broccoli when I am feeling virtuous and the towering bagel and lox when I am feeling more indulgent - 25 minute (11.1 km) drive from Green Space.
Restaurant serving authentic family style Trinidadian food with décor enhanced with local art in a building with ginger bread house details - 35 minute (15.1 km) drive from Green Space.
Veni Mange
67a Ariapita AveRestaurant serving authentic family style Trinidadian food with décor enhanced with local art in a building with ginger bread house details - 35 minute (15.1 km) drive from Green Space.
Deen's Doubles is run by the “first family of doubles” according to the history chronicled in the book "Out of a Doubles Kitchen" by Badru Deen. Doubles (fried flat bread sandwiches filled with curried chickpeas/channa) were introduced in the 1936 and continue to be the most popular street food in Trinidad. Deen's Doubles was featured in Andrew Zimmern’s Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations Trinidad edition - 15 minute (7.8 km) drive from Green Space.
Deen's Doubles
Deen's Doubles is run by the “first family of doubles” according to the history chronicled in the book "Out of a Doubles Kitchen" by Badru Deen. Doubles (fried flat bread sandwiches filled with curried chickpeas/channa) were introduced in the 1936 and continue to be the most popular street food in Trinidad. Deen's Doubles was featured in Andrew Zimmern’s Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations Trinidad edition - 15 minute (7.8 km) drive from Green Space.
Casual restaurant with pleasant outdoor seating area under bamboo canopy. The building features indoor dining as well as fresh produce from the farm. Black bean burger photo credit: magichin - 45 minute (24.8 km) drive from Green Space.
9 molta ag muintir na háite
Upicktt
Tucker Valley RoadCasual restaurant with pleasant outdoor seating area under bamboo canopy. The building features indoor dining as well as fresh produce from the farm. Black bean burger photo credit: magichin - 45 minute (24.8 km) drive from Green Space.
This gourmet shop stocks a wide variety of local chocolates as well as local and international epicurean options for the discerning foodie.
Malabar Meats Gourmet Shop
115 Long Circular RoadThis gourmet shop stocks a wide variety of local chocolates as well as local and international epicurean options for the discerning foodie.
Lucky Bakery
Saddle RoadNearest bakery - 4-minute drive (2 km) from Green Space.
No doubt you have had their ice cream before visiting Trinidad. We recommend this specific shop as it is located a beautiful gingerbread house overlooking the Queen’s Park Savannah - 25-minute (14.2 km) drive from Green Space.
Häagen-Dazs
71 Dundonald StreetNo doubt you have had their ice cream before visiting Trinidad. We recommend this specific shop as it is located a beautiful gingerbread house overlooking the Queen’s Park Savannah - 25-minute (14.2 km) drive from Green Space.
Open air food court with stalls selling a wide range of local foods at very reasonable prices. Street food enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice as the offerings include doubles, corn soup, roti, pholourie, bake and shark, barbeque, jerk chicken, souse - 25-minute (14.2 km) drive from Green Space
Queen's Park Savannah Night Market
The TrackOpen air food court with stalls selling a wide range of local foods at very reasonable prices. Street food enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice as the offerings include doubles, corn soup, roti, pholourie, bake and shark, barbeque, jerk chicken, souse - 25-minute (14.2 km) drive from Green Space
The family-owned Café Mariposa is walking distance from the Lopinot Historical Complex. They serve Spanish creole cuisine that incorporates cocoa and chocolate. Patrons can choose their protein that is served with fixed side dishes. Ours was served in a leaf-lined calabash bowl and was delicious. Their black fruit cake flavoured ice cream was silky and decadent.
9 molta ag muintir na háite
Mariposa Gardens
The family-owned Café Mariposa is walking distance from the Lopinot Historical Complex. They serve Spanish creole cuisine that incorporates cocoa and chocolate. Patrons can choose their protein that is served with fixed side dishes. Ours was served in a leaf-lined calabash bowl and was delicious. Their black fruit cake flavoured ice cream was silky and decadent.
This local chain serves a wide range of traditional creole food by weight, making it an extremely affordable option for hearty, well-seasoned take-out food. Be sure to treat yourself to their lovely cupcakes for dessert – 35-minute (14.8 km) drive from Green Space.
22 molta ag muintir na háite
El Pecos Grill
84 Ariapita AveThis local chain serves a wide range of traditional creole food by weight, making it an extremely affordable option for hearty, well-seasoned take-out food. Be sure to treat yourself to their lovely cupcakes for dessert – 35-minute (14.8 km) drive from Green Space.
Shopping
Open from 6:00 am – 1:00 pm on Saturdays. This market is one of the earliest and most famous eco markets in Trinidad. In addition to local produce and food, one can also find local artisanal items like jewelry, crafts, soaps, home made wine as well as occasional lectures and seasonal live music. They host a number of themed events throughout the year including cocoa, citrus, coffee, pineapple and avocado festivals as well as Christmas in July - 5 minute drive (2.7 km) from Green Space
15 molta ag muintir na háite
Santa Cruz Green Market
Open from 6:00 am – 1:00 pm on Saturdays. This market is one of the earliest and most famous eco markets in Trinidad. In addition to local produce and food, one can also find local artisanal items like jewelry, crafts, soaps, home made wine as well as occasional lectures and seasonal live music. They host a number of themed events throughout the year including cocoa, citrus, coffee, pineapple and avocado festivals as well as Christmas in July - 5 minute drive (2.7 km) from Green Space
Extremely well curated bookstore specialising in local books and dvds with knowledgeable, helpful staff. Their blog https://paperbased.org/ contains information on events including book readings. Photo: Founder and owner of Paper Based Bookshop, Joan Dayal, in her store at the Hotel Normandie, St. Ann, photo credit to Mark Lyndersay. The store is a 30 minute drive (14.1 km) from Green Space.
Paper Based
14 Alcazar StreetExtremely well curated bookstore specialising in local books and dvds with knowledgeable, helpful staff. Their blog https://paperbased.org/ contains information on events including book readings. Photo: Founder and owner of Paper Based Bookshop, Joan Dayal, in her store at the Hotel Normandie, St. Ann, photo credit to Mark Lyndersay. The store is a 30 minute drive (14.1 km) from Green Space.
Rainy Days Gift Shop carries 100% locally-made gifts items including books, art, jewelry, hand-painted craft, Christmas decorations and an environmentally responsible line of lip balms and deodorants. This is the go-to store for gifts for both expat friends/family and Trinbagonians who appreciate T&T novelties. Shown above: Proprietor, Rhonda Abraham, on location - 20-minute (10.2 km) drive from Green Space.
16 molta ag muintir na háite
Ellerslie Plaza
Rapsey StreetRainy Days Gift Shop carries 100% locally-made gifts items including books, art, jewelry, hand-painted craft, Christmas decorations and an environmentally responsible line of lip balms and deodorants. This is the go-to store for gifts for both expat friends/family and Trinbagonians who appreciate T&T novelties. Shown above: Proprietor, Rhonda Abraham, on location - 20-minute (10.2 km) drive from Green Space.
The Market Shops at Hotel Normandie are a collection of stores with high quality local designer clothes, jewelry and gifts - 30 minute drive (14.1 km) from Green Space.
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The Hotel Normandie
10 Nook AvenueThe Market Shops at Hotel Normandie are a collection of stores with high quality local designer clothes, jewelry and gifts - 30 minute drive (14.1 km) from Green Space.
In addition to horticultural items, this garden center sells garden sculpture made with locally sourced stones and metal upcycled from industrial sources.
Moyogi Garden Centre
13 Saddle RoadIn addition to horticultural items, this garden center sells garden sculpture made with locally sourced stones and metal upcycled from industrial sources.
Sightseeing
The most popular beach in Trinidad, is a scenic 25-minute drive (17.4 km) from Green Space along the North Coast Road. This beach is famous for Richard’s Bake & Shark a flatbread and batter fried shark sandwich described by Andrew Zimmern on Food Channel’s Bizarre Foods as one of the top 10 favorite foods he has ever eaten. Photo credit Helen Mahabir.
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Maracas Beach
The most popular beach in Trinidad, is a scenic 25-minute drive (17.4 km) from Green Space along the North Coast Road. This beach is famous for Richard’s Bake & Shark a flatbread and batter fried shark sandwich described by Andrew Zimmern on Food Channel’s Bizarre Foods as one of the top 10 favorite foods he has ever eaten. Photo credit Helen Mahabir.
We highly recommend this evening boat tour where you might see a silky anteater, caiman, fiddler crabs and various birds. The scarlet ibis flying in to roost in the mangroves at sunset is unforgettable - 35 minute drive (19.3 km) from Green Space. An original painting of the Bird Sanctuary hangs in one of the bedrooms.
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Caroni Bird Sanctuary
65 Orange Grove RdWe highly recommend this evening boat tour where you might see a silky anteater, caiman, fiddler crabs and various birds. The scarlet ibis flying in to roost in the mangroves at sunset is unforgettable - 35 minute drive (19.3 km) from Green Space. An original painting of the Bird Sanctuary hangs in one of the bedrooms.
We recommend walking on this paved path through the overhanging bamboo that rustles in the wind. The name derives from the pattern that the bamboo stalks make overhead, similar to the naves of a church. If you are lucky, you might spy a red howler monkey overhead - 55 minute drive (29.5 km) from Green Space. If you feel energetic, you can walk uphill to a bluff with views of the sea. You can also continue going uphill to the Tracking Station, an abandoned radar dish. An original painting of the bamboo cathedral hangs in the Green Space dining room.
19 molta ag muintir na háite
Bamboo Cathedral
Radio Tower RoadWe recommend walking on this paved path through the overhanging bamboo that rustles in the wind. The name derives from the pattern that the bamboo stalks make overhead, similar to the naves of a church. If you are lucky, you might spy a red howler monkey overhead - 55 minute drive (29.5 km) from Green Space. If you feel energetic, you can walk uphill to a bluff with views of the sea. You can also continue going uphill to the Tracking Station, an abandoned radar dish. An original painting of the bamboo cathedral hangs in the Green Space dining room.
The Savannah (30 minute drive/15.2 km from Green Space) is the largest roundabout in the world according to Trivial Pursuit board game. This green space fringed by flowering trees and affords views of the Magnificent Seven historic buildings that span diverse architectural styles: Roomor (French baroque colonial house), Archbishop’s Residence (designed by an Irishman who loved Indian architecture), Queen’s Royal College (Famous alumi include Noble laureate V.S. Naipaul and Dr. Eric Williams, the first Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago), Whitehall (Venetian style palazzi office of the Prime Minister), Mille Fleurs (French provincial style residence), Stollmeyer’s Castle/Killarney (turreted Scottish baronial house owes its design to Balmoral Castle) and Hayes Court. The Savannah also hosts a small cemetery of the Peschier family who originally owned the land and dates back to 1776.
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Queen's Park Savannah
11 Queen's Park EastThe Savannah (30 minute drive/15.2 km from Green Space) is the largest roundabout in the world according to Trivial Pursuit board game. This green space fringed by flowering trees and affords views of the Magnificent Seven historic buildings that span diverse architectural styles: Roomor (French baroque colonial house), Archbishop’s Residence (designed by an Irishman who loved Indian architecture), Queen’s Royal College (Famous alumi include Noble laureate V.S. Naipaul and Dr. Eric Williams, the first Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago), Whitehall (Venetian style palazzi office of the Prime Minister), Mille Fleurs (French provincial style residence), Stollmeyer’s Castle/Killarney (turreted Scottish baronial house owes its design to Balmoral Castle) and Hayes Court. The Savannah also hosts a small cemetery of the Peschier family who originally owned the land and dates back to 1776.
One of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah, this Venetian style “palazzi” office of the Prime Minister was formally known as “Rosenweck”. Built of coral from Barbados in 1903, the name Whitehall was given in 1907 when it changed hands. The interior was used for a scene of a state dinner in “The Mystic Masseur” Merchant Ivory feature film. White Hall was also featured in the Savant TV 2014 locally produced short documentary series “Within these Walls” when it was in disrepair but has since been restored and returned to use - 30 minute drive (16 km) from Green Space.
Whitehall
29 Maraval RoadOne of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah, this Venetian style “palazzi” office of the Prime Minister was formally known as “Rosenweck”. Built of coral from Barbados in 1903, the name Whitehall was given in 1907 when it changed hands. The interior was used for a scene of a state dinner in “The Mystic Masseur” Merchant Ivory feature film. White Hall was also featured in the Savant TV 2014 locally produced short documentary series “Within these Walls” when it was in disrepair but has since been restored and returned to use - 30 minute drive (16 km) from Green Space.
Listed on the Trinidad and Tobago Heritage Trust Register, the original estate supplied cocoa to Cadbury’s chocolates in the 1800s. They run cocoa tours and serve afternoon tea - 45 minute drive (21.3 km) from Green Space.
6 molta ag muintir na háite
Ortinola Estates
Acono RoadListed on the Trinidad and Tobago Heritage Trust Register, the original estate supplied cocoa to Cadbury’s chocolates in the 1800s. They run cocoa tours and serve afternoon tea - 45 minute drive (21.3 km) from Green Space.
Opened in 1892 as the Royal Victoria Institute as a school of science and art. The building was destroyed by fire in 1920. Today, the building is a replica of the original structure which was reopened in 1923. The museum houses collections dating back to Amerindian times, through slavery, Spanish, French and English occupation. The collection also includes an anchor from one of Columbus’s. The art collection on the upper level showcases pieces from local artists including a collection of paintings by Cazabon, the only Trinidadian to have exhibited at the Louvre. The collection also includes paintings by Ian Ali, Sybil Atteck, Pat Bishop, Isiah Boodhoo, Carlisle Chang, Alfredo Codallo and LeRoy Clarke - 30 minute drive (14.4 km) from Green Space.
39 molta ag muintir na háite
National Museum and Art Gallery
Frederick StreetOpened in 1892 as the Royal Victoria Institute as a school of science and art. The building was destroyed by fire in 1920. Today, the building is a replica of the original structure which was reopened in 1923. The museum houses collections dating back to Amerindian times, through slavery, Spanish, French and English occupation. The collection also includes an anchor from one of Columbus’s. The art collection on the upper level showcases pieces from local artists including a collection of paintings by Cazabon, the only Trinidadian to have exhibited at the Louvre. The collection also includes paintings by Ian Ali, Sybil Atteck, Pat Bishop, Isiah Boodhoo, Carlisle Chang, Alfredo Codallo and LeRoy Clarke - 30 minute drive (14.4 km) from Green Space.
Set in the Northern Range, it is the oldest monastery in the region and commands a spectacular view. There is a reasonably priced tea shop in the Pax Guest House on the compound - 40 minute drive (19 km) from Green Space.
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Mount St. Benedict Monastery
Mount Saint Benedict RoadSet in the Northern Range, it is the oldest monastery in the region and commands a spectacular view. There is a reasonably priced tea shop in the Pax Guest House on the compound - 40 minute drive (19 km) from Green Space.
Built by the Spanish on the Santa Cruz Old Road to memorialise an Amerindian who was killed by his tribe for warning the Spanish of an attack. It is believed to date back to the 1800s - 15 minute drive (8.1 km) from Green Space.
La Venezuela
La VenezuelaBuilt by the Spanish on the Santa Cruz Old Road to memorialise an Amerindian who was killed by his tribe for warning the Spanish of an attack. It is believed to date back to the 1800s - 15 minute drive (8.1 km) from Green Space.
The Hanuman Murti on the compound is an 85 ft statue and is the largest one of its kind outside India. The temple and murti were designed and built by artisans from India - 50 minute drive (35.1 km) from Green Space
Dattatreya Temple Compound
The Hanuman Murti on the compound is an 85 ft statue and is the largest one of its kind outside India. The temple and murti were designed and built by artisans from India - 50 minute drive (35.1 km) from Green Space
Experience includes a lecture on humming birds before you head into the owners’ back garden to take photos. Tours can include lunch or tea - 45 minute drive (18.4 km) from Green Space.
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Yerette - Home of the Hummingbird
Experience includes a lecture on humming birds before you head into the owners’ back garden to take photos. Tours can include lunch or tea - 45 minute drive (18.4 km) from Green Space.
A peaceful oasis on the grounds of a former oil refinery. The trust is famous for breeding and releasing birds back into natural habitats including the scarlet ibis. Tours are available. We also recommend the nearby Free Bird restaurant that offers a picturesque setting and unique dishes - 1 hour (55.6 km) drive from Green Space.
19 molta ag muintir na háite
Pointe-a-Pierre Wildfowl Trust
A peaceful oasis on the grounds of a former oil refinery. The trust is famous for breeding and releasing birds back into natural habitats including the scarlet ibis. Tours are available. We also recommend the nearby Free Bird restaurant that offers a picturesque setting and unique dishes - 1 hour (55.6 km) drive from Green Space.
San Fernando Hill is also known as Ana Parima (or Anaparima) which is Amerindian for “a single hill” and was regarded as a sacred place. It is also a cretaceous outcrop among tertiary rock formations, a unique occurrence in Trinidad and Tobago - 50 minute (58.4 km) drive from Green Space.
San Fernando Hill Lookout
San Fernando Hill is also known as Ana Parima (or Anaparima) which is Amerindian for “a single hill” and was regarded as a sacred place. It is also a cretaceous outcrop among tertiary rock formations, a unique occurrence in Trinidad and Tobago - 50 minute (58.4 km) drive from Green Space.
The oldest continually used Botanic Gardens in this hemisphere. They were established in 1820 by Governor Ralph Woodford and botanist David Lockhart and contain one of the oldest collections of exotic plants and trees in the region including a vibrantly coloured rainbow eucalyptus tree. These gardens were visited by Charles Kingsley and mentioned in his book "At Last Christmas in the West Indies" in 1871. The gardens also house a small colonial cemetery - 25 minute (12.8 km) drive from Green Space.
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Gairdíní Botanacha Ríoga
Circular RoadThe oldest continually used Botanic Gardens in this hemisphere. They were established in 1820 by Governor Ralph Woodford and botanist David Lockhart and contain one of the oldest collections of exotic plants and trees in the region including a vibrantly coloured rainbow eucalyptus tree. These gardens were visited by Charles Kingsley and mentioned in his book "At Last Christmas in the West Indies" in 1871. The gardens also house a small colonial cemetery - 25 minute (12.8 km) drive from Green Space.
This is the largest asphalt deposit in the world. Sir Walther Raleigh used pitch from this tar pit to caulk his ships when he visited Trinidad. Folklore suggests that the pitch lake was formed to punish native people for killing hummingbirds. There is a small museum and tours available - 1 hour 30 minutes (86.7 km) from Green Space.
29 molta ag muintir na háite
La Brea Pitch Lake
Southern Main RoadThis is the largest asphalt deposit in the world. Sir Walther Raleigh used pitch from this tar pit to caulk his ships when he visited Trinidad. Folklore suggests that the pitch lake was formed to punish native people for killing hummingbirds. There is a small museum and tours available - 1 hour 30 minutes (86.7 km) from Green Space.
Opened in 1962, the zoo has one of the greatest selections of animals, both foreign and domestic, in the Caribbean - 30 minute (11.1 km) drive from Green Space.
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Emperor Valley Zoo
Zoo RoadOpened in 1962, the zoo has one of the greatest selections of animals, both foreign and domestic, in the Caribbean - 30 minute (11.1 km) drive from Green Space.
This light house was completed in 1867 but opened in 1897, to commemorate the year of Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee - it still bears the Victorian inscription. It was renamed Keshorn Walcott to honour his javelin gold medal for Trinidad and Tobago in the 2012 London Olympics. He was the first Caribbean male athlete, as well as the first of African descent, to win the gold medal in a throwing event in the history of the Olympic games. The light house commands spectacular views of the sea - 2 hours 30 minutes (93.3 km) from Green Space.
14 molta ag muintir na háite
Keshorn Walcott Galera Point Lighthouse
This light house was completed in 1867 but opened in 1897, to commemorate the year of Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee - it still bears the Victorian inscription. It was renamed Keshorn Walcott to honour his javelin gold medal for Trinidad and Tobago in the 2012 London Olympics. He was the first Caribbean male athlete, as well as the first of African descent, to win the gold medal in a throwing event in the history of the Olympic games. The light house commands spectacular views of the sea - 2 hours 30 minutes (93.3 km) from Green Space.
Dating back to 1907, this seat of parliament was stormed in 1990 in an attempted coup d'état. It has since been restored. The Red House is featured in the Savant TV 2014 locally produced short documentary series "Within these Walls". A plaster artifact from the Red House obtained from National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago is exhibited in the reading nook of Green Space – 40 minute (16 km) drive from Green Space.
The Red House
Abercromby StreetDating back to 1907, this seat of parliament was stormed in 1990 in an attempted coup d'état. It has since been restored. The Red House is featured in the Savant TV 2014 locally produced short documentary series "Within these Walls". A plaster artifact from the Red House obtained from National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago is exhibited in the reading nook of Green Space – 40 minute (16 km) drive from Green Space.
Built in 1875, this church remained in use until the US Army was given Chaguaramas in 1941 for use as a military base. The most prominent grave belongs to Amelia Tripp who was the daughter of William Tucker and married his business partner, Edgar Tripp. Mr. Edgar Tripp was the man who installed the first electricity generating plant in Trinidad. The church was featured in the Mystic Masseur Merchant Ivory feature film in a scene between an eccentric Englishman Mr Stewart (played by James Fox) and the title character Ganesh (played by Aasif Mandvi).
St. Chad's Anglican Church
Tucker Valley RoadBuilt in 1875, this church remained in use until the US Army was given Chaguaramas in 1941 for use as a military base. The most prominent grave belongs to Amelia Tripp who was the daughter of William Tucker and married his business partner, Edgar Tripp. Mr. Edgar Tripp was the man who installed the first electricity generating plant in Trinidad. The church was featured in the Mystic Masseur Merchant Ivory feature film in a scene between an eccentric Englishman Mr Stewart (played by James Fox) and the title character Ganesh (played by Aasif Mandvi).
Other waterfalls in Trinidad are best viewed in the rainy season, however Rio Seco (Spanish for Dry River), ironically, is the one that has a picturesque cascade regardless of season. There is also a cool, jade green pool that adds to the beautiful background for photos - 2 hour (70.6 km) drive from Green Space followed by a moderately easy 45 minute hike to the waterfall.
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Rio Seco Waterfall
Other waterfalls in Trinidad are best viewed in the rainy season, however Rio Seco (Spanish for Dry River), ironically, is the one that has a picturesque cascade regardless of season. There is also a cool, jade green pool that adds to the beautiful background for photos - 2 hour (70.6 km) drive from Green Space followed by a moderately easy 45 minute hike to the waterfall.
Established in 1943 and continues to host exhibitions for masters as well as emerging artists - 30 minute (12 km) drive from Green Space.
The Art Society of Trinidad and Tobago
3-7 Saint Vincent AvenueEstablished in 1943 and continues to host exhibitions for masters as well as emerging artists - 30 minute (12 km) drive from Green Space.
Local version of America’s Ellis Island where immigrants were processed and quarantined prior to coming to Trinidad’s mainland. The island features one of the oldest buildings in the twin island republic and a register containing the names of the early immigrants. There is also a cottage at which Uriah Butler was confined. Look out for heritage tours by the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago as the island is not typically accessible to the public - 40 minute (20 km) drive from Green Space to Chaguaramas followed by 10 minute boat ride to Nelson Island.
Nelson Island
Local version of America’s Ellis Island where immigrants were processed and quarantined prior to coming to Trinidad’s mainland. The island features one of the oldest buildings in the twin island republic and a register containing the names of the early immigrants. There is also a cottage at which Uriah Butler was confined. Look out for heritage tours by the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago as the island is not typically accessible to the public - 40 minute (20 km) drive from Green Space to Chaguaramas followed by 10 minute boat ride to Nelson Island.
Nature lovers will enjoy a visit to this peaceful destination that charges a small fee to hike or book a tour. It is an 8 minute (4 km) drive from Green Space. Photo credit Wayne Hutchenson.
Colibri, The Creative Centre of Light
Las Hermanas Estate Road (Redwoods Forest)Nature lovers will enjoy a visit to this peaceful destination that charges a small fee to hike or book a tour. It is an 8 minute (4 km) drive from Green Space. Photo credit Wayne Hutchenson.
Turtle season is roughly Apr - Aug in Gran Riviere or Mathura beaches – these turtles’ ancestors have been nesting in Trinidad and Tobago since prehistoric times and were featured in David Suzuki’s "Nature of Things - Trek of the Titans". We recommend saying overnight for the night tour to see the turtles lay their eggs from April. After May, you may witness the hatchlings making their way back to the sea. If you return early in the morning, you can typically get photos of the straggler turtles as flash photography is not allowed during the night tours - 3 hour (107 km) drive from Green Space.
6 molta ag muintir na háite
Grand Riviere Beach
Turtle season is roughly Apr - Aug in Gran Riviere or Mathura beaches – these turtles’ ancestors have been nesting in Trinidad and Tobago since prehistoric times and were featured in David Suzuki’s "Nature of Things - Trek of the Titans". We recommend saying overnight for the night tour to see the turtles lay their eggs from April. After May, you may witness the hatchlings making their way back to the sea. If you return early in the morning, you can typically get photos of the straggler turtles as flash photography is not allowed during the night tours - 3 hour (107 km) drive from Green Space.
Enjoy a pleasant stroll along this 1400 ft boardwalk beside the sea originally made entirely from recycled tyres. Other attractions in the area include sea bathing, kayaking and two water parks- 45 minute (22 km) drive from Green Space
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Chaguaramas Boardwalk
Western Main RoadEnjoy a pleasant stroll along this 1400 ft boardwalk beside the sea originally made entirely from recycled tyres. Other attractions in the area include sea bathing, kayaking and two water parks- 45 minute (22 km) drive from Green Space
This is the country’s prime wildlife reserve and is home to the endangered manatee and the red howler monkey as well as the rare white faced capuchin monkeys. In addition, the remains of a bush camp still exists on Bush Bush island where mosquitos were collected by the Trinidad Virus Research Laboratory for their studies in yellow fever and other mosquito borne diseases, circa 1950s. We recommend taking a tour to visit as the swamp can be approached either on foot or in a kayak – 1 hour 50 minute (75.8 km) drive from Green Space.
Nariva Swamp
This is the country’s prime wildlife reserve and is home to the endangered manatee and the red howler monkey as well as the rare white faced capuchin monkeys. In addition, the remains of a bush camp still exists on Bush Bush island where mosquitos were collected by the Trinidad Virus Research Laboratory for their studies in yellow fever and other mosquito borne diseases, circa 1950s. We recommend taking a tour to visit as the swamp can be approached either on foot or in a kayak – 1 hour 50 minute (75.8 km) drive from Green Space.
The cave is home to millions of bats that Sir David Attenborough has featured in an early BBC documentary. We recommend joining a tour to experience the bat exodus which is best viewed at dusk – 1 hour 40 minutes (59.7 km) drive from Green Space.
Tamana Bat Cave
The cave is home to millions of bats that Sir David Attenborough has featured in an early BBC documentary. We recommend joining a tour to experience the bat exodus which is best viewed at dusk – 1 hour 40 minutes (59.7 km) drive from Green Space.
There are many mud volcanos in Trinidad. We recommend those at Bunsee Trace, Penal because of the accessibility – 1 hour 30 minutes (79.6 km) drive from Green Space.
Mud Volcano Bunsee Trace
There are many mud volcanos in Trinidad. We recommend those at Bunsee Trace, Penal because of the accessibility – 1 hour 30 minutes (79.6 km) drive from Green Space.
These grounds adjoin the Royal Botanic Gardens and the gazebo on the President’s grounds dates back to 1899. This gazebo is a favourite spot for local wedding photographs – 20 minute (12.7 km) drive from Green Space.
President's Grounds
Saint Ann's RoadThese grounds adjoin the Royal Botanic Gardens and the gazebo on the President’s grounds dates back to 1899. This gazebo is a favourite spot for local wedding photographs – 20 minute (12.7 km) drive from Green Space.
You descend 100 feet down a staircase into a lit cave that features a pool. We recommend the tours are run by the Chaguaramas Development Authority (CDA) – 50 minute (33.3 km) drive from Green Space to the CDA followed by a 15 boat trip to Gasparee Island.
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Gasparee Caves
You descend 100 feet down a staircase into a lit cave that features a pool. We recommend the tours are run by the Chaguaramas Development Authority (CDA) – 50 minute (33.3 km) drive from Green Space to the CDA followed by a 15 boat trip to Gasparee Island.
Getting to this beach includes an unforgettable drive along the coastal road lined with coconut trees. Since coconut trees are not indigenous to the Caribbean, the source may have come from European or British ships that stocked coconuts to ensure drinking water supplies on long journeys. If you reach this strip at dawn, you will experience the parrots returning to the trees, an opportunity to take your own post card worthy photos at sunrise - 2 hour (70.3 km) drive from Green Space.
Manzanilla Beach
Getting to this beach includes an unforgettable drive along the coastal road lined with coconut trees. Since coconut trees are not indigenous to the Caribbean, the source may have come from European or British ships that stocked coconuts to ensure drinking water supplies on long journeys. If you reach this strip at dawn, you will experience the parrots returning to the trees, an opportunity to take your own post card worthy photos at sunrise - 2 hour (70.3 km) drive from Green Space.
House of Angostura was established in 1830 making it the oldest establishment still operating in Trinidad today. Tours of the distillery are set to restart in 2Q 2022 and feature the famed Angostura Bitters, their rums, historical artifacts as well as an extensive butterfly collection - 25 minute (10.2 km) drive from Green Space.
Angostura
91 Eastern Main RoadHouse of Angostura was established in 1830 making it the oldest establishment still operating in Trinidad today. Tours of the distillery are set to restart in 2Q 2022 and feature the famed Angostura Bitters, their rums, historical artifacts as well as an extensive butterfly collection - 25 minute (10.2 km) drive from Green Space.
The complex is located in Lopinot Village and the great house is listed on the Trinidad and Tobago Heritage Trust Register. The house dates back to 1806 as part of the La Reconnaissance Estate. The grounds include a river and cemetery and are picturesque and serene. There are many stories about the ghost of Compte Lopinot and the enslaved people from his estate. In July 2011, Ghost Hunters International, a popular SyFy television series, featured Lopinot in Rising from the Grave - Trinidad, Season 3 Episode 301. We recommend the tour of the complex that covers the history, a demonstration of chocolate making and a visit to the Martin Gomez Cave - 1-hour 15-minute (32.2 km) drive from Green Space.
Lopinot Historical Complex
The complex is located in Lopinot Village and the great house is listed on the Trinidad and Tobago Heritage Trust Register. The house dates back to 1806 as part of the La Reconnaissance Estate. The grounds include a river and cemetery and are picturesque and serene. There are many stories about the ghost of Compte Lopinot and the enslaved people from his estate. In July 2011, Ghost Hunters International, a popular SyFy television series, featured Lopinot in Rising from the Grave - Trinidad, Season 3 Episode 301. We recommend the tour of the complex that covers the history, a demonstration of chocolate making and a visit to the Martin Gomez Cave - 1-hour 15-minute (32.2 km) drive from Green Space.
museum contains memorabilia from collection of the curator and founder, Commander Gaylord Kelshall of the T&T Coast Guard. For military buffs, we suggest viewing the Savant Film Production “The West Indies at War” 4 part series (2015) to complement a visit to this museum – 50 minute (24.1 km) drive from Green Space.
Chaguaramas Military Museum
museum contains memorabilia from collection of the curator and founder, Commander Gaylord Kelshall of the T&T Coast Guard. For military buffs, we suggest viewing the Savant Film Production “The West Indies at War” 4 part series (2015) to complement a visit to this museum – 50 minute (24.1 km) drive from Green Space.
Built in 1904, the building was originally owned by a wealthy Scottish businessman. An Italian marble gallery, purple heart wood from Guyana and local limestone were used in the construction. It currently houses the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Featured in the Savant TV 2014 locally produced short documentary series "Within these Walls" - 25 minute (14 km) drive from Green Space.
Knowsley Building
Dundonald StreetBuilt in 1904, the building was originally owned by a wealthy Scottish businessman. An Italian marble gallery, purple heart wood from Guyana and local limestone were used in the construction. It currently houses the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Featured in the Savant TV 2014 locally produced short documentary series "Within these Walls" - 25 minute (14 km) drive from Green Space.
This house in St. James was the childhood home of Nobel Laureate, Sir V. S. Naipaul and his brother novelist Shiva Naipaul. The house is known as the model for the house in Naipaul’s 1963 novel "A House for Mr Biswas". The house is furnished with items donated by the Naipaul family. Tours available online.
Childhood Home of V.S. Naipaul
26 Nepaul StreetThis house in St. James was the childhood home of Nobel Laureate, Sir V. S. Naipaul and his brother novelist Shiva Naipaul. The house is known as the model for the house in Naipaul’s 1963 novel "A House for Mr Biswas". The house is furnished with items donated by the Naipaul family. Tours available online.
The foundation stone was laid in 1902. The Main Block is German Renaissance architecture and is listed by the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago. The main block’s lighted clock tower is thought to make this building one of the most striking of the Magnificent Seven buildings. Famous alumi include Noble laureate V.S. Naipaul and Dr. Eric Williams, the first Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago - 30 minute (15.7 km) drive from Green Space.
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Queen's Royal College
Maraval RoadThe foundation stone was laid in 1902. The Main Block is German Renaissance architecture and is listed by the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago. The main block’s lighted clock tower is thought to make this building one of the most striking of the Magnificent Seven buildings. Famous alumi include Noble laureate V.S. Naipaul and Dr. Eric Williams, the first Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago - 30 minute (15.7 km) drive from Green Space.
Built in 1804, it commands a great view but never saw military action. We recommend visiting with a tour group - 35 minute (15.3 km) drive from Green Space.
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Fort George
Built in 1804, it commands a great view but never saw military action. We recommend visiting with a tour group - 35 minute (15.3 km) drive from Green Space.
One of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah, it was completed in 1910 with a combination of French colonial and contemporary Scottish style. It is traditionally the residence of the Anglican Bishop. Currently being restored – 30 minute (14.8 km) drive from Green Space.
Hayes Court
Hayes StreetOne of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah, it was completed in 1910 with a combination of French colonial and contemporary Scottish style. It is traditionally the residence of the Anglican Bishop. Currently being restored – 30 minute (14.8 km) drive from Green Space.
One of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah, it was completed in 1904 in the Scottish Baronial architectural style and is thought to have been inspired by a wing of Balmoral Castle in Scotland. It was called Killarney by the family but during the second world war it was occupied by US forces who called it “The Castle” hence the name Stollmeyer’s Castle – 30 minute (15.1 km) drive from Green Space.
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Stollmeyer's Castle
31 Maraval RoadOne of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah, it was completed in 1904 in the Scottish Baronial architectural style and is thought to have been inspired by a wing of Balmoral Castle in Scotland. It was called Killarney by the family but during the second world war it was occupied by US forces who called it “The Castle” hence the name Stollmeyer’s Castle – 30 minute (15.1 km) drive from Green Space.
One of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah, it was built in 1904 in the French provincial style. It was residence to the original owners, the Prada family followed by the Salvatoris, the Matouks and finally the Government of Trinidad and Tobago. It was restored in 2020 and is occupied by the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago – 30 minute (15.2 km) drive from Green Space.
Mille Fleurs
23 Maraval RoadOne of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah, it was built in 1904 in the French provincial style. It was residence to the original owners, the Prada family followed by the Salvatoris, the Matouks and finally the Government of Trinidad and Tobago. It was restored in 2020 and is occupied by the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago – 30 minute (15.2 km) drive from Green Space.
One of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah, designed by an Irishman influenced by Indian architecture. The building was completed in 1904 but underwent many changes between 1968 and 1969. On completion of the renovations, Monsignor Anthony Pantin, the first Trinidadian Archbiship, took up residence - 25 minute (15.5 km) drive from Green Space.
Archbishop’s House
27 Maraval RoadOne of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah, designed by an Irishman influenced by Indian architecture. The building was completed in 1904 but underwent many changes between 1968 and 1969. On completion of the renovations, Monsignor Anthony Pantin, the first Trinidadian Archbiship, took up residence - 25 minute (15.5 km) drive from Green Space.
One of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah and is still privately owned. The architecture is in the French 2nd Empire style. Originally named Ambard’s house, after the family that built it, the rafter came from the Ambard estste. The name Roomor is a combination of Roodal and Morgan. Timothy Roodal was the last person to buy the house and Mr Roodal’s heirs still reside in the house.
30 minute (14.9 km) drive from Green Space
Roomor
25 Maraval RoadOne of the Magnificent Seven around the Queen’s Park Savannah and is still privately owned. The architecture is in the French 2nd Empire style. Originally named Ambard’s house, after the family that built it, the rafter came from the Ambard estste. The name Roomor is a combination of Roodal and Morgan. Timothy Roodal was the last person to buy the house and Mr Roodal’s heirs still reside in the house.
30 minute (14.9 km) drive from Green Space
This church dates back to 1848 when it was consecrated. It was built in the neogothic architectural style using Laventille stone – 25-minute (14.4 km) drive from Green Space.
All Saints Anglican
13 Queen's Park WestThis church dates back to 1848 when it was consecrated. It was built in the neogothic architectural style using Laventille stone – 25-minute (14.4 km) drive from Green Space.
Cathedral was built in the shape of a Latin Cross and used blue metal from Laventille quarries. It was completed in 1832 – 40 minute (14.8 km) drive from Green Space.
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Independence Square NorthCathedral was built in the shape of a Latin Cross and used blue metal from Laventille quarries. It was completed in 1832 – 40 minute (14.8 km) drive from Green Space.
A picturesque beach recommended for swimmers. There is also a zip line overhead - 50 minute drive (27.7 km) from Green Space.
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Macqueripe Bay
A picturesque beach recommended for swimmers. There is also a zip line overhead - 50 minute drive (27.7 km) from Green Space.
Park honours Trinidad and Tobago Nationals who served and died in the World Wars - 30 minute (13.5 km) drive from Green Space.
Memorial Park
Frederick StreetPark honours Trinidad and Tobago Nationals who served and died in the World Wars - 30 minute (13.5 km) drive from Green Space.
This building is listed by the Trinidad and Tobago National Trust. It is a small but beautifully restored 200 year old buildiing in the Spanish colonial styled tropical architecture in Port of Spain and is currently a Law Museum. It is featured in the Savant TV 2014 locally produced short documentary series “Within these Walls” – 30 minute (14,9 km) drive from Green Space.
Cabildo Building
This building is listed by the Trinidad and Tobago National Trust. It is a small but beautifully restored 200 year old buildiing in the Spanish colonial styled tropical architecture in Port of Spain and is currently a Law Museum. It is featured in the Savant TV 2014 locally produced short documentary series “Within these Walls” – 30 minute (14,9 km) drive from Green Space.
Located in Port of Spain, the building was featured in the Savant TV 2014 locally produced short documentary series “Within these Walls”. The original building was the site where the emancipation of enslaved peoples was read – 35 minute (16.2 km) drive from Green Space.
Treasury Building
Treasury StreetLocated in Port of Spain, the building was featured in the Savant TV 2014 locally produced short documentary series “Within these Walls”. The original building was the site where the emancipation of enslaved peoples was read – 35 minute (16.2 km) drive from Green Space.
City/town information
Port-of-Spain, the capital city, is a 25-minute drive from Green Space outside of peak traffic time. A walk around the Queen’s Park Savannah provides a view of the Magnificent Seven historic buildings that span diverse architectural styles: Roomor (French baroque colonial house), Archbishop’s Residence (designed by an Irishman who loved Indian architecture), Queen’s Royal College (Famous alumni include Nobel laureate V.S. Naipaul and Dr. Eric Williams, the first Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago), Whitehall (Venetian style palazzi office of the Prime Minister), Mille Fleurs (French provincial style residence), Stollmeyer’s Castle/Killarney (turreted Scottish baronial house owes its design to Balmoral Castle) and Hayes Court.
Along the northern side of the Queen’s Park Savannah is the Emperor Valley Zoo and the Royal Botanic Gardens – the oldest continually used Botanic Gardens in this hemisphere. These gardens were visited by Charles Kingsley and mentioned in At Last Christmas in the West Indies. The gardens also house a small colonial cemetery.
We recommend when walking around the savannah that you sample coconut water and jelly straight from the nut. You eat the jelly it with a scoop cut from the nut
The National Museum and Art Gallery is a fascinating stop to make along the savannah. This Victorian building houses collections dating back to Amerindian times, through slavery, Spanish, French and English occupation. In addition, the collection includes an anchor from one of Columbus’s ships. The art collection on the upper level showcases pieces from local artists including a collection of paintings by Cazabon, the only Trinidadian to have exhibited at the Louvre.
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Port of Spain
Port-of-Spain, the capital city, is a 25-minute drive from Green Space outside of peak traffic time. A walk around the Queen’s Park Savannah provides a view of the Magnificent Seven historic buildings that span diverse architectural styles: Roomor (French baroque colonial house), Archbishop’s Residence (designed by an Irishman who loved Indian architecture), Queen’s Royal College (Famous alumni include Nobel laureate V.S. Naipaul and Dr. Eric Williams, the first Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago), Whitehall (Venetian style palazzi office of the Prime Minister), Mille Fleurs (French provincial style residence), Stollmeyer’s Castle/Killarney (turreted Scottish baronial house owes its design to Balmoral Castle) and Hayes Court.
Along the northern side of the Queen’s Park Savannah is the Emperor Valley Zoo and the Royal Botanic Gardens – the oldest continually used Botanic Gardens in this hemisphere. These gardens were visited by Charles Kingsley and mentioned in At Last Christmas in the West Indies. The gardens also house a small colonial cemetery.
We recommend when walking around the savannah that you sample coconut water and jelly straight from the nut. You eat the jelly it with a scoop cut from the nut
The National Museum and Art Gallery is a fascinating stop to make along the savannah. This Victorian building houses collections dating back to Amerindian times, through slavery, Spanish, French and English occupation. In addition, the collection includes an anchor from one of Columbus’s ships. The art collection on the upper level showcases pieces from local artists including a collection of paintings by Cazabon, the only Trinidadian to have exhibited at the Louvre.
Health
Primax Medical Centre - a private medical facility that does drive through COVID antigen and PCR testing - 3 minute (1.7 km) drive from Green Space
Santa Cruz
Primax Medical Centre - a private medical facility that does drive through COVID antigen and PCR testing - 3 minute (1.7 km) drive from Green Space
Santa Cruz Health Centre
Saddle RoadThe nearest free health centre is a 5 minute drive from Green Space.
Penny Med Pharmacy
Saddle RoadThe nearest pharmacy is a 5 minute drive from Green Space in the Palm Plaza.
Transport
Public Transport Service Corporation bus complex which is built on the site of the first railway station in Trinidad circa 1876. This is the main hub to board busses to the rest of the island - 45 minute (16.8 km) drive from Green Space
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City Gate (PTSC) station
Public Transport Service Corporation bus complex which is built on the site of the first railway station in Trinidad circa 1876. This is the main hub to board busses to the rest of the island - 45 minute (16.8 km) drive from Green Space