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Scarborough, Tobago: when your ship stops here

An 18th century fort with a museum, a coral reef, and the oldest protected rain forest in the Western hemisphere.

Facts checked Nov 6, 2026, each with its source. No prices on this page.

Scarborough is the capital of Tobago, with 17,537 people at the 2011 census, and it became the capital in 1769. Tobago is about 40 km long and 10 km wide and lies about 35 km northeast of Trinidad. Our sources do not say how far the berth is from the center or from the places below, so ask on board.

Sources: Wikipedia: Scarborough, Tobago; Wikipedia: Tobago

Top 3 things to do

  1. 1. Fort King George

    An 18th century fort named after King George III. It now has a historic and archaeological museum.

    Tip: Our sources give no opening hours or walking time from the berth. Ask on board.

    Source: Wikipedia: Scarborough, Tobago

  2. 2. Buccoo Reef

    One of the three largest coral reef systems on Tobago, with Culloden Reef and Speyside Reef. It lies in the southwest tourist area, near Pigeon Point.

    Tip: Our sources give no ride time from Scarborough or any boat times. Ask on board.

    Source: Wikipedia: Tobago

  3. 3. Main Ridge Forest Reserve

    Protected on 17 April 1776. Wikipedia calls it the oldest protected rain forest in the Western hemisphere.

    Tip: Our sources give no distance from Scarborough, so ask on board before you plan on it.

    Source: Wikipedia: Tobago

What to skip

  • Little Tobago

    It is a small island off the northeast tip of Tobago with a seabird nesting colony, but our sources give no boat or travel information. Leave it for another trip.

    Source: Wikipedia: Tobago

Before you go ashore

You do not have to book a tour: you are free to go ashore on your own. Royal Caribbean sets the all aboard time about 30 minutes before the ship sails, posts it near the gangway, and says the ship does not wait for guests touring on their own.

Source: Royal Caribbean FAQ: Do I need to book a shore excursion?

Back-to-backs that stop in Scarborough

Back-to-back cruises from these home ports have a stop in Scarborough, from the Royal Caribbean sailings we track:

Sources

Read on Nov 6, 2026. Opening days, hours and rules change: check with the place itself before you go. legtolegcruises.com is independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by Royal Caribbean International or any place named here.

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