I’ve been coming to Nevis since I was fresh out of the womb, (literally, I spent by first birthday here), and I have not once stepped foot into the Botanical Gardens… Until now.

Nestled near Montpelier Plantation, The Botanical Gardens is a perfect place for an afternoon out. It’s home to a mismatch of influences, with a Thai theme running throughout, Hindu deities scattered around whilst most of the flora and fauna is from the Pacific. It’s like a melting pot of cultures in one, pristine garden. The gardens are small but well kept with trees clearly labelled and beaut vegetation around every corner. There are quite a few water features as well, which I’m obsessed with, but they were all turned off when we visited which was a shame.

As you know I love to eat so the highlight for me was the Oasis Restaurant in the middle of the garden, serving up the T A S T I E S T Thai food with the loveliest of staff AND an amazing view of the island and neighbouring St. Kitts. There’s tonnes of vegetarian options too and it’s all very reasonably priced. You can access the restaurant without paying for the gardens but I would definitely recommend a walk around. It’s $35XCD per person, (so about £10 each), and unless there’s a big organised tour going on, you’re likely to have the whole place to yourself. Your free to frolic, chill and take everything in on your own time.

Find them here.