Grand Turk Lighthouse — Attraction in Grand Turk

The Grand Turk Lighthouse is one of the things you can travel to see while you are on the island. It took about 30 minutes via golf cart and you get to see quite a bit of the island on your way there.

When you arrive, there is a pavilion and a person selling tickets for $3/person to maintain the property. The signage isn't super clear but the person at the desk was vocal enough to let you know.

The property is relatively small but offers plaques with the controversial history surrounding the lighthouse and the reef that sits north of the island.

The views of the ocean are vast. It's pretty incredible how much of the reef you can see. I also appreciatee some of the foliage and flowers on the property. Don't be surprised if you run into a donkey! And they will eat your food if you let them get too close.

There is also a small food/drink stand that apparently has free WiFi and some seating. The swing in front of the lighthouse offers a fun photo opp.

Pro trip: put sunscreen on even if you are here for a short...

This is a popular, though very brief stop on island tours. In the parking area there were wild donkeys, tour buses, a couple of cars, and an open-air tram. The entrance fees (very reasonable) included the grounds, and sort of a discount for drinks and light snacks. It was really interesting for us as lighthouse passionates to see this lighthouse that was brought over brick by brick from England. It is the only lighthouse in the country of Turks and Caicos. The associated cottages were also neat. Several interpretive plaques about the lighthouse, human history, and natural history added interest. The area is very scenic. There are some viewpoints and picnic shelters. This area also has zip lines, and horse rides. The area of the lighthouse makes a great destination as it did for us, and an interesting stop during an...

The WILD DONKEYS were the best. Views from the light house were amazing. Locals will charge you $1 to feed carrots to the donkeys, but signs posted say not to feed them since they are wild. Be sure to spend some time at the beach. There is some shade from large trees, cool looking shells and powdery sandy beaches. The island is 7 miles long, so plan to walk and see what you can see, or rent transportation ahead of time. We didn't get transportation ahead of time, but a local offered his personal car for less than golf cart rental for the day (outside the port gate which is not always recommended- use wisdom). You will drive on the LEFT side of the road! The lighthouse is at the opposite end of where cruise ships come to port. Be...