Pigeon Point
To the extreme north of the island is the Pigeon Island National Park. Once disconnected from the mainland by a narrow channel, dredged material from the Rodney Bay marina project was used to create a causeway to connect the island to the mainland. The Park with beautiful, spacious lawns punctuated by old military ruins, is usually host to some of the events of the annual St. Lucia Jazz Festival. It is a perfect spot to relax whether touring the ruins in the park, or relaxing on one of the white sand beaches. A must is a climb to the top of Fort Rodney from which you have stunning views of St. Lucia looking south towards the Pitons, or further north to the island of Martinique.

Gros Islet
Viewed from Pigeon Point is the town of Gros Islet in the region of Gros Islet - like many regions in St. Lucia, the main village or town in the region is named after the region. The town is a quiet, sleepy town which comes alive mainly on Friday nights with a street party. However it is also worth exploring the historic Catholic Church in the area, or coming into the town on a Saturday night when you can still get some of the local food, but without the crowds of the previous night.

Rodney Bay
A short walking distance from the town of Gros Islet is the start of the Rodney Bay Marina, a yachting anchorage surrounded by numerous restaurants, hotels, bars, and clubs. Also in the area is the popular Reduit Beach. You can visit the area most nights for some activity, but especially popular are Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday nights.

Castries
The capital Castries, is ecletic in its architecture as in the attractions. Though most of the historic architecture was destroyed in previous fires that swept through the town, it is worth exploring sites such as the historical Cathedral and nearby Derek Walcott Square, shopping in the numerous boutiques in the center for bargains on souvenirs, getting some duty free shopping at La Place Carenage, or enjoying local food in restaurants in the area. Overlooking the city is Morne Fortune which offers fantastic views of the capital as well as neighbouring Martinique. Worth driving to are the historical buildings at Morne Fortune which currently house the OECS Secretariat as well as the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College.

Marigot Bay
Take a drive through the city, and jump onto the Millennium Highway which will take you to Cul-de-Sac, and then further south to scenic Marigot Bay. This area has provided a safe anchorage for yachts, and is a well-known holiday destination. Take the ferry ride across the bay to enjoy the beach, dine at a restaurant, or if you have the time to enjoy the beautiful sunset whilst relaxing at a beachside bar.

Anse-la-Raye/Canaries
Continue along the west coast road to the villages of Anse-la-Raye and Canaries, two small fishing villages with small wooden houses lining naroow streets. The views from the outskirts of the town looking down onto the villages are truly spectacular. In the area are several attractions such as the River Rock Falls and the La Sikwi sugar mill, or stop by the small wooden hut called Plas Kassav for a taste of local cassava bread.

Soufriere
One of the most popular destinations is Soufriere where the twin peaks of the Pitons dominate the landscape, and where the smell of sulphur from the nearby Sulphur Springs rides on the air. Several attractions can be explored in Soufriere alone including The Diamond Falls and Mineral Baths. Hidden non-tourist venues include the waterfall and baths located on the way to Jalouise Hotel. A few restaurants in the area offer excellent views of the surrounding countryside or nearby beaches. If you do have time to spend the night at a hotel in Soufriere, take the ferry across to the Anse Chastanet beach, or to enjoy the sunset on the beach at Jalousie right between the Pitons.

Choiseul/Laborie
Though Choiseul and Laborie are not primary tourist destinations, they are both worth exploring. Many of the island's local crafts are produced in Choiseul and a visit to the Choiseul Craft Centre will treat you to some of the best examples of local crafts on the island including clay pots, straw baskets and mats, as well as other locally-made souvenirs. Between Choiseul and Laborie is the village of Piaye. A small quiet community however it is host to a beautiful black sand beach. Further along the coast is the village of Laborie. Take a quick tour on foot to view the historical colonial buildings, sample some local foods, as well as one of the beautiful beaches of the island. Also a drive through the hills overlooking the village also provide you with spectacular views of the town of Vieux Fort in the distance.

Vieux Fort
On the southernmost tip of the island where the Caribbean and Atlantic oceans meet, is the town of Vieux Fort. The area is relatively flat compared to the rest of the island, and is home to the Hewanorra International airport. A must is a drive to the lighthouse at Moule-a-Chique from where you can take in beautiful views of Vieux Fort as well as the sea. Just off the coastline is the Maria Islands Nature Reserve which harbours some unique wildlife such as the Couresse grass snake and the Maria Islands ground lizard.

Micoud/Praslin
Your trip back up to the north of the island first takes you through the village of Micoud, the third largest region in St. Lucia (after Castries and Gros Islet). Take a short drive through the village down to the ocean to view some of the more rugged terrain of the east coast of the island. A short drive takes you to the fishing village of Praslin, and the nearby Mamiku Gardens which is worth visiting.

Dennery
The fourth largest region, but one of the least densely populated, Dennery is the last region on the east coast of the island before travelling through the interior of the island back to Castries. Near to Praslin is the Fregate Island Nature Reserve, a tropical sanctuary for rare birds. Further along the east coast is the remote Grande Anse beach, the island's longest stretch of beach which has become popular for turtle-watching; between February and September Leatherback turtles lay their eggs on the beach and sleep-over tours are organised. This round-the-island day tour ends with a drive to Castries through Barre de l'Isle, a mountain range running from the north to the south of the island rich with lush vegetation and rain forests.