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Walk
the Town !
Cockburn Town is the administrative capital and the historic and
cultural center of the islands. It is strongly reputed to be the
landfall island of Columbus during his discovery of the New World in
1492. The town itself is well suited for a walking tour. Duke and Font
Streets are lined with historic 18th and 19th century landmarks that
reflect the Bermudan style architecture of the salt era. Two of these
buildings are now popular inns, another in the governor's residence,
other government offices, the public library, churches and private
residence and fraternities
At
the
Turks &
Caicos National Museum
you will find a central exhibit
that tells the story of the Molasses Reef Wreck, the oldest European
shipwreck discovered in the Western Hemisphere (dated around 1505). It
also discloses the rich cultural and natural diversity of the islands.
Other historic sites include the Lighthouse, Fire hill and the Hawks
Nest Anchorage
Great Snorkeling Spots
Not
only is the wall diving great, but there are some superb snorkel
spots.
- Beach in front of Salt Raker Inn
- Beach in front of Osprey Beach Hotel
- Governor's Beach
- White Sands
- Beach at Bohio Beach Hotel
- Gibbs Cay
Our Favorite Places to Dine
Osprey Beach Hotel Restaurant
We
offer BBQ and Island dishes, served around the pool and overlooking
the ocean. Some of our selections on the grill are fresh lobster and
fish, choice steaks and chicken, all served with Salad Bar and
Baked Potato.
Wednesday and Sunday live music.
Open daily. (649) 946-2666
Secret
Garden at the Salt Raker Inn
Local and American dishes.
fresh fish and lobster. Friday nights live music. Great atmosphere.
Open daily (except Mondays) from 7am. (649) 649-2660
The Sand Bar
Conveniently located on the beach in town, the Sand Bar is a popular
spot for lunch and dinner. Let Tonya and Katya serve up good
food
and
good fun. Open daily (except Saturdays).
Captain Zheng's
Located at the Salina Houses, just down Close Haul Road from town,
Joan serves dinner from Tuesday to Saturday (closed Sundays and
Mondays). Excellent Chinese food available for a nice sit down dinner or take away
meals. (649) 242-2436 or (649) 946-2167
Joan's Place -
Delicatessen and Boutique
Located right next door to Blue Water Divers in the Osprey Beach Hotel
Atrium Courtyard on Duke Street. Open Monday-Saturday from 9am to
5pm (closed Sundays). Joan (of Captain Zheng's fame) has opened a
deli offering sandwiches, wraps, pitas, salads, fresh orange juice,
sodas, cappuccino, beer and wine. She also has a variety of fresh
sliced meat and cheese available. (649) 946-1234.
Jack's Shack Beach
Bar & Grill
Located at South Base about 500 Meters North of the
cruise center,
between the cruise pier and the Government pier. Open during
cruise
ship calls with Jamaican jerk chicken, bar burgers and snacks, cold
beer and drinks served with local knowledge. The place to be
when
the
seas are rough at the north end of the island. Experience the
local flavor of Grand Turk by visiting Jack's Shack!
Mookie
Pookie Pizza Palace
The name says it all, doesn't it? (649) 946-1538
The Salt House Cafe
Located next to St. Thomas' Church on Church Folly. Serving all
day breakfast as well as sandwiches, salads and daily lunch
specials. Open Mondays - Saturdays. (649) 241-4022.
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