Soufrière Town

Soufrière

Saint Lucia's former capital, founded during the French colonial era, with colorful wooden houses, the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption and a seaside pier, all set against the backdrop of the Pitons.

Soufrière was founded by the French in 1746 and once served as Saint Lucia's capital. The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption beside the town square was built in the 19th century, and a guillotine was once set up in the square during the French Revolution. The waterfront pier has fishing boats and water taxis, the departure point for Anse Chastanet and Sugar Beach. Along the seafront promenade you can photograph the Pitons reflected on the water. The town has small restaurants and a market, and its pace is relaxed, though some neighborhoods are quiet at night, so take care.

Opening hours

All day

Small town · Colonial architecture · Church · Waterfront

Nearby sights

Morne Coubaril Estate
Diamond Botanical Gardens
Sulphur Springs
Toraille Waterfall
Anse Chastanet
Sugar Beach
Anse Mamin
Tet Paul Nature Trail

Places to eat nearby

Fedos Restaurant
Martha's Table
Dasheene at Ladera Resort