Travel Reference
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Law Courts
, Edward Street. Not far from the library stand the Law
Courts, where barristers still plead their cases wearing traditional wigs.
Legislative Assembly
, Fort Street. The assembly is home to the legisla-
ture and, if you are properly dressed, you may enter. Inside, you'll see
many historic photos of Cayman's earlier days.
Stingray Brewery
, Red Bay Road, past Prospect,
345-947-6699. This
attraction is located east of town; to reach the brewery, follow Crewe Road
or South Sound Road to Red Bay Road; continue east on Red Bay Road.
You'll see the brewery on your right. This microbrewery produces a local
wheat beer, which is sold throughout the island in stores, restaurants, and
bars. The brewery is closed on Sundays.
Cardinal D's Park
, off Courts Road,
345-949-8855. This small zoo is a
good stop for families. Over 60 species of exotic birds, including Cayman
parrots, whistling ducks, agoutis, blue iguanas, turtles, miniature ponies,
emus, and more are on display. A petting zoo and snack bar make this at-
traction popular with kids. Open daily; admission is CI $5. Guided tours
are available for groups of eight or more at 11 am and 2 pm.
Fort George
, Fort Street and Harbour Drive. These ruins are all that re-
mains of the fort that once protected this coastline. Built in 1790, the fort
was often used to protect the island from pirates; in World War II, it was
used as a base to watch for German submarines. Sadly, the fort was largely
demolished a few decades ago by a developer. He was stopped by local resi-
dents before he could completely obliterate the historic monument.
Seamen's Memorial
, Harbour Drive. Next to Fort George stands the
Seaman's Memorial, which remembers the lives of 153 Caymanians who
have been lost at sea.
George Town was once called Hogsties and later
The Hog Styes because of the pens where wild
boars were contained. In the late 1700s, the com-
munity was given its more dignified name in
honor of King George III.
