Places to Visit in Saint Joseph Parish, Dominica, America

Places to Visit in Saint Joseph Parish, Dominica, America

Saint Joseph Parish is one of 10 parishes of Dominica covering an area of 120.1 km² with a population of 5,765 (as of recent census). The town of Saint Joseph is the major and the largest settlement of Saint Joseph Parish, situated about 23 km north of national capital Roseau, 30 km south of Portsmouth and 19 km north of Canefield.

The town of Saint Joseph was the location for the shooting of Hollywood film, The Seventh Sign (1988).

Geography of Saint Joseph Parish:

Saint Joseph Parish coordinates with 15°24′25″ N latitude and 61°25′30″ W longitude. Layou River passes near the town of St. Joseph.

The neighborhoods of Saint Joseph Parish are:

Salisbury
Coulibistrie
Mero
Morne Raquette
Belles

How to reach Saint Joseph Parish?

Saint Joseph Parish is served by Melville Hall Airport which is located in Saint Andrew Parish, around 50 km away from the heart of Saint Joseph Parish town. Tourists can reach it by taking taxi or minibuses that are catered by local private bus companies. Cane Field Airport is another airport of the country but that is currently not served by any airlines.

Other than airport travel, taxis are also available for local travel and to reach tourist spots. Bikes and rental cars are other options for local travel.

Food and Shopping in Saint Joseph Parish:

Most of the major shops of Saint Joseph Parish are located in the cities of Mero and Salisbury. The major restaurants in Saint Joseph Parish are:

Green House Sports Bar and grill
The Tamarind Tree Hotel & Restaurant
Romance Cafe

Places of interest in Saint Joseph Parish:

Saint Joseph Parish Church:

Saint Joseph Parish Church is located in the major settlement, Saint Joseph. It is colored with the blend of yellow and white paints and tourist can bring camera to take nice outer structure of the church. Surrounding environment is nice.

Layou River:

Layou River flows along with the central western coast of the country, near Saint Joseph town. Both banks of the river, lined with tall trees.

Cabrits National Park:

Cabrits National Park was established in the year 1986 and it covers an area of 1,313 acres. It is home to a wide range of native and exotic animals and birds and also houses Fort Shirley which was constructed during the 18^th century by the British.

Other places of interest near Saint Joseph Parish are:

Boiling Lake
Morne Trois Pitons National Park
The Dominica Museum
Morne Watt
Mero Beach
The Emerald Pool
French Quarter
Barnabas Anglican Church
Morne Diablotin National Park
Old Market of Roseau
Champagne Beach
Papillote Tropical Gardens

Best time to visit Saint Joseph Parish:

The best time to reach Saint Joseph Parish is from mid December to mid April while the major cultural events of Saint Joseph Parish take place.

Accommodation options in Saint Joseph Parish:

Saint Joseph Parish is one of the major parishes of Dominica housing all sorts of accommodation centres ranging from budgeted options to high end hotels. Luxury hotels provide all the latest amenities including internet connection, elevators, escalators and spa. List of main hotels and lodges in and around Saint Joseph Parish are: