Description
The Tourist Scavenger Hunt in Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe, is a self-guided gamified walking tour. Walk 2.8km/1.6mi to discover the major sights and the city’s history. There are challenges at most of the stops. It will take you 2 hours to complete, and it ends where it starts.
You’ll get to see
- Place de la Victoire
- Notre-Dame de Lourdes Catholic Church
- Marché de la Darse (market)
- Marché des épices (market)
- Old City Hall
- Art & History Departmental Museum
- Saint-John Perse Museum
- Saint Pierre & Saint Paul Church
- Mémorial ACTe
- And much more!
We visited Pointe-à-Pitre and tested this tour in May 2026.
This walking tour is EASY.
It is ideal for a group of 1 to 6 people, but not limited to that number.
Children will enjoy some of the simpler challenges and the tour’s fast pace.
After purchase, to start your walking tour, direct yourself to Place de la Victoire, 5 rue Saint-John-Perse, 97110, Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe. This is the starting point.
Once there, log in to this site to begin your urban tourism adventure.
Alternatively, you can access “My Account” and follow the instructions there.
Don’t hesitate to contact us if you encounter any difficulties.
History of Pointe-à-Pitre
The history of Pointe-à-Pitre begins in the 18th century, when this port city was founded in the bay of Petit Cul-de-Sac Marin. Thanks to its strategic location, it quickly became a major economic center in Guadeloupe, fostering trade in sugar, coffee, and rum. Despite the fires, cyclones, and earthquakes that have marked its development, Pointe-à-Pitre has managed to rebuild itself and maintain its central role in the archipelago.
In the 19th century, Pointe-à-Pitre’s history was enriched by industrial development and the growth of its port, which made it an essential crossroads of the French West Indies. The city is distinguished by its architectural heritage, notably the Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and the City Hall, testaments to its resilience in the face of natural disasters.
Today, the history of Pointe-à-Pitre lives on through its museums, colourful markets, and vibrant cultural scene. As the economic capital of Guadeloupe, it embodies the meeting of Creole tradition and modernity, attracting travellers and history enthusiasts eager to discover the rich past of the Antilles.
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