Why visit
Kingstown is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' capital, a small harbor city with stone churches, markets, botanic gardens, and ferry links to the Grenadines.
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Kingstown at a glance
City population
25k
Elevation
9 m
30 ft
Time zone
UTC-4
America/St_Vincent
Airport
SVD
Argyle International Airport
St. Vincent & Grenadines at a glance
Country center
13.3°, -61.2°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
389 km²
150 mi²
Country population
104k
267/km²
Subregion
Caribbean
Currency
Eastern Caribbean dollar ($)
XCD
Dial
+1784
Language
English
Demonym
Saint Vincentian
Internet
.vc
UN
Member state
ISO code
VC / VCT
Where in the world
13.3° - -61.2°
St. Vincent & Grenadines
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Did you know
- Kingstown is known for its stone churches and hillside streets above the harbor.
- Saint Vincent Botanical Gardens, near the capital, date to 1765.
- Kingstown's botanical gardens, founded in 1765, are among the oldest in the Western Hemisphere and hold a breadfruit tree from Captain Bligh's voyage.
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is an archipelago of 32 islands and cays, of which 9 are inhabited.
- La Soufrière volcano on Saint Vincent erupted dramatically in April 2021, covering much of the island in ash.
Traveler notes
- Saint Vincent Botanical Gardens are among the oldest in the Western Hemisphere
- Fort Charlotte overlooks the capital and harbor
- Ferries connect onward to Bequia and other Grenadine islands
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Kingstown
What currency is used in Kingstown?
Kingstown uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar ($), ISO code XCD.
What languages are spoken in St. Vincent & Grenadines?
The primary language is English.
What is the international calling code for St. Vincent & Grenadines?
The calling code is +1784.
When is the best time to visit Kingstown?
Dec–Apr. Check current weather and local events before booking.
What airport serves Kingstown?
Argyle International Airport (IATA: SVD).
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