Grand Cayman is a great place to explore when it comes to captivating culture, culinary and natural attractions. There are plenty of beaches on the island which make it one of the top tourist attractions in the Caribbean, but don’t let that mislead you. In addition to beaches, here you can find untamed hiking trails, awesome heritage sites, and amazing marine life. I have put together the list of amazing facts about Grand Cayman which will reveal to you that there’s definitely more than Seven Mile Beach.
Get the opportunity to swim with rays at Stingray City
If you search for amazing facts about the Cayman Islands, this will probably come up as the number one, and for good reason! Stingray City is undoubtedly one of the best spots to visit in Grand Cayman, where you’ll get an opportunity to swim with plenty of stingrays. Over the years dozens of stingrays gather at a sandbank in the island’s North Sound, making it a favorite locale of stingrays. With the tour guide, you’ll be able to spot many of the stingrays individually. Due to the shallowness of the sandbank that is almost a meter deep, visitors can easily hop into the water and get close to these majestic and amiable creatures.
Spend an afternoon with locals at Caman Bay
With easy accessibility from Seven Mile Beach, The Canaman Bay is a contemporary style dining, retail, and entertainment hub, and has become a famous hangout for both tourists and locals. From the opulent selection of cafes to the outstanding shopping centers, Grand Cayman has a lot to offer tourists. Cayman Bay has some of the best waterfront areas to cool off with delicious ice cream from Gelato & Co. As you stairs up the Camana Bay Observation Tower, enjoy the mesmerizing view of the flat island.
Kayak in Bioluminescent Bay
Looking for unique things to do in Grand Cayman? Well, head down to Bioluminescent Bay for a nightmare trip. This small bay lies within a few miles of Rum Point but is easily accessible by water due to the circle of houses along its shoreline. The best way to experience the magic is by taking a boat ride after dark and finding yourself amid thousands of tiny bioluminescent plankton blazing all around you. Often tourists go for Kakayk tours due to the fear of Jellyfish that appear at a certain time of the year. I would urge you to take a kayak tour offered by Cayman Kayaks.
Discover the art and culture of the Cayman Islands
Head to The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands to explore the artworks of the island. Situated between Camana Bay and Seven Mile Beach, the national gallery boasts fine mixed-media pieces and fine art. On the top floor, you’ll explore the permanent exhibitions by local artists, whereas the ground floor often holds rotating shows. If you’re interested in three-dimension art, make your way to Davinoff’s Concrete Sculpture, where you can see dozen life-size sculptures of sea and land giants. In addition to this, you can also lookout for the large sculptures of blue iguanas that are part of the Blue Dragon Trail art project exhibiting several artworks by different local artists.
Enjoy the delicious cuisines of Grand Cayman, which make it the Caribbean’s culinary capital
With over 200 restaurants and two major festivals, Grand Cayman has successfully established itself as the culinary capital of the Caribbean. Here you can find diverse cuisines that suit every eater, whether you like hearty Italian cuisine, Michelin-star fine dining, seafood, or plant-based delights. There are several notable eateries to try the taste of Cayman Island recipes like Grape Tree Cafe, Cimboco, and Boggy Sands Kitchen. Chicken! Chicken! is one of the best places in the Caribbean to try out Spicy Jerk Chicken, but if you are into delectable conch fitter, head to Rackam’s in George Town, which is famous for the specialty of the Cayman Islands.