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The 10 administrative districts (quarters) of Saint Lucia

Castries

Capital City • Northwestern Coast

The capital and largest city, Castries is the commercial, administrative, and shipping hub. Home to the main port, government offices, the financial district, and major retail areas. Population ~22,000 (metro ~65,000).

  • Key Areas: Downtown, Pointe Seraphine (duty-free), La Place Carenage, Morne Fortune
  • Business: Banks, law firms, government HQ, Castries Market
  • Port: Cruise terminal, cargo port

Gros Islet

Tourism Hub • Northern Tip

The main tourism district, home to Rodney Bay (the island's tourism and entertainment center), luxury resorts, the national stadium, and the northern beaches.

  • Key Areas: Rodney Bay Village, Reduit Beach, Pigeon Island National Park, Cap Estate
  • Business: Hotels, restaurants, nightlife, marina, shopping mall
  • Known For: Friday Night Street Party (Gros Islet Jump-Up)

Vieux Fort

Second City • Southern Tip

The southernmost town and second-largest settlement. Home to the main international airport, free zone, and growing commercial area.

  • Key Areas: Hewanorra Int'l Airport, Vieux Fort Industrial Estate/Free Zone
  • Business: Light manufacturing, free zone operations, cargo port
  • Notable: Sandy Beach, Moule-a-Chique peninsula (southernmost point)

Soufriere

Heritage Town • Southwest Coast

The original French capital and home to St. Lucia's most iconic landmarks. A major eco-tourism destination with volcanic features.

  • Key Areas: The Pitons (UNESCO), Sulphur Springs, Diamond Falls, Fond Doux Estate
  • Business: Eco-tourism, luxury resorts (Jade Mountain, Sugar Beach), cocoa estates
  • Known For: World's only drive-in volcano

Dennery

Eastern District • Atlantic Coast

Located on the windward (Atlantic) coast. A largely agricultural and fishing community with authentic rural character.

  • Key Areas: Dennery Village, Fond d'Or Nature Reserve
  • Business: Fishing, agriculture (bananas, root crops), small-scale manufacturing
  • Known For: Dennery Fish Fiesta

Micoud

Eastern District • Southeast Coast

A large agricultural district on the eastern coast, important for banana and crop production.

  • Key Areas: Micoud Village, Praslin, Mamiku Gardens
  • Business: Agriculture (bananas, coconut, cocoa), fishing
  • Known For: La Rose & La Marguerite cultural festivals

Choiseul

Arts District • Southwest Coast

A southern district known for its arts and crafts heritage, pottery tradition, and agricultural communities.

  • Key Areas: Choiseul Village, Arts & Craft Centre, Balembouche Estate
  • Business: Pottery, handicrafts, agriculture, heritage tourism
  • Known For: Traditional Carib pottery and craft village

Laborie

Fishing Village • South Coast

A small, picturesque fishing village on the southern coast with strong community identity and authentic Creole culture.

  • Key Areas: Laborie Village, Laborie Bay
  • Business: Fishing, small-scale agriculture, community tourism
  • Known For: Traditional fishing, charming waterfront

Anse la Raye

Fishing Town • West Coast

A west coast fishing town famous for its weekly Friday Fish Fry and authentic local dining experience.

  • Key Areas: Anse la Raye Village, Anse Cochon Beach
  • Business: Fishing, food tourism, water sports
  • Known For: Friday Night Seafood Street Party

Canaries

Smallest District • West Coast

The smallest district, located between Anse la Raye and Soufriere. A quiet, rural community with stunning coastal scenery.

  • Key Areas: Canaries Village, Anse La Liberté Beach
  • Business: Small-scale fishing, agriculture
  • Known For: Secluded beaches, peaceful setting

Key Business Locations

LocationDistrictTypeSignificance
Castries CentralCastriesCommercialGovernment offices, banks, courts, registry of companies
Pointe SeraphineCastriesCommercialDuty-free shopping complex, cruise port
Rodney BayGros IsletTourism/CommercialMain tourism strip, marina, restaurants, JQ Mall
Hewanorra AirportVieux FortTransportInternational airport, cargo
Vieux Fort Free ZoneVieux FortIndustrialFree zone, light manufacturing, warehousing
Cul de SacCastriesIndustrialIndustrial area, petroleum terminal, warehousing
George F.L. Charles AirportCastriesTransportRegional/domestic airport (Vigie)
Port CastriesCastriesMaritimeMain cargo port, cruise terminal
Rodney Bay MarinaGros IsletMaritimeYacht marina, boat services
Marigot BayCastriesTourism/MaritimeProtected harbor, luxury marina, resorts
JQ MallGros IsletCommercialMain shopping centre in Rodney Bay, retail, dining, cinema
La Place CarenageCastriesCommercialWaterfront shopping & dining complex, harbour views
Castries Central MarketCastriesCommercialCentral produce market, local food, spices, crafts
LUCELEC HQCastriesUtilityNational electricity provider headquarters, John Compton Highway
OKEU HospitalCastriesHealthcare160-bed public hospital (replaced Victoria Hospital 2022)
Tapion HospitalCastriesHealthcare32-bed private hospital, specialist & surgical services
St. Jude HospitalVieux FortHealthcareSouthern region hospital, $75M reconstruction underway
SALCCCastriesEducationSir Arthur Lewis Community College, Morne Fortune
Daren Sammy Cricket GroundGros IsletSportsInternational cricket venue, CPL matches, capacity ~15,000