The remnants of the old salt industry can be seen on most of the interior ponds on Grand Turk. There’s no central site or developed tourist attraction. The best location viewing area is the partially restored salina outside of the Salt House shop.
The only lighthouse in the country, this beautiful (albeit not very large) structure is the main historical attraction on Grand Turk. Don’t miss out on the scenic coastal path that leads along the cliffs north of the lighthouse. Unfortunately, access is not allowed inside the lighthouse.
Grand Turk is a spectacular dive destination, with some of the finest barrier reef and wall sites in the tropical Atlantic. The west and northwest sides of the island are the best locations for snorkeling from the beach. Several of the dive and tour operators offer short boat trips to better snorkeling areas offshore and near Gibbs Cay.
Est. in 1991, the Turks & Caicos National Museum is the country’s only museum (apart from a small satellite location on Providenciales), and is located on the historical Front Street in Cockburn Town, Grand Turk.
Governor’s Beach and the Cruise Center Beach are excellent for exquisite sand and water. English Point and Pillory Beach offer a more secluded setting. White Sands Beach and East Side Beach are the best for beachcombing.
