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Saban Villages: The Bottom

Saba

Copyright: Cees Timmers
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Saban Villages: The Bottom

The Bottom is Saba's capital and the seat of Saba's Government. Along with government and medical facilities you'll also find The Saba School of Medicine (Medical students and faculty make up almost a quarter of the islands entire population!). You'll also discover several small restaurants, bars and grocery stores. As you drive from the bottom to Well's bay, you'll see the old customs house that sits atop "The Ladder", the rugged steps that formed Saba's route to and from the sea long before the road was built. Climb up and down the steps once and you'll get a true appreciation of how tough life was for the Sabans, back in the day...

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  • Address: The Bottom, Saba

Do & See

Saba might be small, but there are a number of things that will keep you occupied throughout your stay. From island tours, to week long festivities in July, Saba is sure to leave an impression that will keep you coming back for more!

Saba Lace Class Copyright: Nationaal Museum van Wereldculturen/cc by-sa 3.0/wikimedia
Saba Lace Class
Saba Lace is a unique needlecraft painstakingly created by the industrious women from Saba. It is also known as "Spanish Work" and has a history as special as the island of Saba itself. Five square miles in size and rising almost 3000 feet high, Saba tested the skills of even the most skilled sea …
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Dutch Museum
The Foundation Dutch Museum on Saba is responsible for preserving and for exhibiting antiquities inherited by Rene Caderius van Veen. These were first inherited and partly also bought by his grandmother mrs A.J.C. Caderius van Veen-Steenhoff. Unfortunately another part of her collections was lost in WW II in 1944, when her house was torn down …
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The Harry Luke Johnson Museum Copyright: Cees Timmers
The Harry Luke Johnson Museum
The museum is an original wooden cottage in Windwardside, furnished in the 19th century style of a Saban sea captain. The cottage stands in a beautiful meadow, which serves as a public park for picnics, Easter Sunday egg hunts and croquet games. Harry Luke Johnson (1914-1972) was a police officer and amateur artist, very interested …
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Frangipani Spa by Queen's Gardens
Frangipani Spa by Queen's Gardens Resort is the one and only spa on our pristine island, Saba. We offer a wide variety of spa treatments. Including full body massages, body wraps, manicures, and pedicures. Our spa is fully equipped with a Finnish Sauna, a Turkish Steam Bath, a Jacuzzi, Herbal Facial Aroma Pots, a Waterfall Shower, …
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Saba Carnival Copyright: Saba Tourist Board
Saba Carnival
Saba Carnival, also known as the Saba Summer Festival, is usually the last week in July, depending on the weekend it can run into the 1st days of August. The festival features great music, great food, colourful parades and the friendliest of atmosphere. Each night during the week of carnival offers a different musical performance …
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Taxi Island Tours Copyright: Cees Timmers
Taxi Island Tours
Upon your arrival at Saba's Port or Airport you're sure to be greeted by a warm smile from one of Saba's Taxi drivers! No worries they all know Saba like the back of their hands, whether you are staying at one of Saba's Hotels or a private residence they surely know where you need …
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Saban Villages: The Bottom Copyright: Cees Timmers
Saban Villages: The Bottom
The Bottom is Saba's capital and the seat of Saba's Government. Along with government and medical facilities you'll also find The Saba School of Medicine (Medical students and faculty make up almost a quarter of the islands entire population!). You'll also discover several small restaurants, bars and grocery stores. As you drive from the …
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Saban Villages: Windwardside Copyright: Cees Timmers
Saban Villages: Windwardside
Out of all the villages WIndwardside is the most tourist orientated. Drop by The Saba Tourist Bureau and say hello, you'll be within close proximity of six of the island's hotels and home to many vacation rental cottages You'll have no trouble passing a day wandering through small streets, investigating the museum & shops, …
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Saban Villages: St John's
St John’s is one of Saba’s smaller villages. Before entering our Capital the Bottom you must drive through this quaint neighbourhood. Here you can ask your Taxi to make stops to capture some of our best scenic shots on the island. On a very clear day you can see our neighbouring islands St Eustatius, …
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Zion's Hill (A.k.a. Hell's Gate)
Zion's Hill is the first town you'll reach after leaving the Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport. Hell's Gate was officially named "Zion's Hill" after complaints from the church forced the Island's government to change the name. However, "Hell's Gate" is still used by many Sabans and visiting tourists today. Hell's Gate is home to the …
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Saban Churches Copyright: Cees Timmers
Saban Churches
A vist to this historic churches of Saba is a must on your trip to Saba. There are a number of churches on the island: three Roman Catholic, Two Anglican, one Wesleyan Holiness, one Seventh Day Adventist and one Jehovah Witness Hall. The churches are located throughout the villages on the island, and many offer …
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The Queen Wilhelmina Park Copyright: Cees Timmes
The Queen Wilhelmina Park
The Queen Wilhelmina Park is located in The Bottom beside the Governor's residence, making it easy to find. The park has recently been renovated and looks more beautiful than ever! It is the perfect place to relax, read a book and enjoy the sunshine that is almost ever present on Saba. Enjoy the sound …
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Sea and Learn Copyright: Saba Tourist Board
Sea and Learn
Sea & Learn on Saba is a non-profit foundation. Since 2003, a month-long event takes place throught the month of October. Every other night, starting on October 1, a dynamic large screen presentation is provided by one of our invited Experts. These same experts also visit our schools and work with the Saba Conservation …
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Saba Day
Saba Day is Saba’s national holiday and is celebrated on the first Friday of December. Although the official holiday is one day, celebrations last from Friday until Sunday and numerous activities are organized for the weekend, including sports, a fishing tournament, food booths, music concerts, games and more. Sabans decided many years ago, that …
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