Grand Turk Cruise Port Guide: Free Beach Chairs & Must-Haves
Why Grand Turk Is a Favorite Cruise Port
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As a frequent Caribbean cruiser, I love it when I book a cruise that includes a stop in Grand Turk Cruise Port. It is one of my favorite ports in the Caribbean. The water is stunning, and you have a great beach right beside where the cruise ship docks. I love that I can walk off the cruise ship, turn right after I get off the pier, and be on the beach in minutes! I also love that they have free chairs! Yes! You read this right! The first time I went, I didn’t notice the free chairs and just threw my stuff on the beach and headed to the water. I saw the signs at the end of the trip and thought I needed a better plan.
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How to Find Free Beach Chairs (With Photos!)
To save you time and money, I took pictures of landmarks to help you find the free chairs! The first time I went before I threw my stuff on my beach. I was harassed by locals trying to sell me chairs. You can buy chairs, but why spend the money when Margaritaville has them for free on the sand!
Step-by-Step Directions from the Pier
When you exit the duty-free shop after departing the ship, turn left. You will see a Starbucks.
Starbuck - Grand Turk
I turn left after passing the Starbucks, and you will walk by some local stores. You will see Margaritaville on your right. I walk in through the gift shop and turn left toward the restaurant, and walk through. You might feel you are going to the restaurant, but there is a path that takes you right through. Just keep walking!
When I get to the free showers, I turn left. Voila! There are free beachside chairs for you to use!
Showers!
They are even marked free chairs!
free chair sign
Avoiding Chair Rental Hassles
There are a few ways to reach the free beach chairs, but this route is by far the most hassle-free. If I walk along the beach, I usually get approached by vendors trying to rent me a chair—which I totally get, they’re just doing their job. But I prefer to avoid the constant pitches, and this path lets me skip all that and head straight to relaxation.
Must-Pack Items for Grand Turk
My favorite thing to do is to hang out in the water in Grand Turk. To enjoy the beaches here, I recommend the following items. I pack them on every trip.
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Water Shoes for Rocky Beaches
Water Shoes: The shoreline here is pretty rocky, but with these shoes, I didn’t even notice. They’re lightweight, quick-drying, and gave me the freedom to explore without tiptoeing around sharp edges.
My fav water shoes
Compact Floats for Relaxing
Compact Float: This is hands-down the most asked-about item I bring on cruises. I pack it for every trip—it folds down to almost nothing in my bag, inflates in seconds, and turns any beach day into pure bliss. Fellow cruisers always stop to ask where I got it, and honestly, you won’t regret bringing one. It’s my go-to for Grand Turk, Half Moon Cay, and anywhere I want to float without the fuss.
Floats
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