Why visit
Saint John's is the capital of Antigua & Barbuda. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Antigua & Barbuda at a glance
Country center
17.1°, -61.8°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
442 km²
171 mi²
Country population
94k
213/km²
Subregion
Caribbean
Currency
Eastern Caribbean dollar ($)
XCD
Dial
+1268
Language
English
Demonym
Antiguan, Barbudan
Internet
.ag
UN
Member state
ISO code
AG / ATG
Where in the world
17.1° · -61.8°
Antigua & Barbuda
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Did you know
- Antigua and Barbuda has 365 beaches: "one for every day of the year".
- The country's national sport is cricket: Sir Vivian Richards was born here.
- Barbuda was nearly destroyed by Hurricane Irma (2017): some settlements were fully evacuated.
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Saint John's
What currency is used in Saint John's?
Saint John's uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar ($), ISO code XCD.
What languages are spoken in Antigua & Barbuda?
The primary language is English.
What is the international calling code for Antigua & Barbuda?
The calling code is +1268.
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