Things to Know about Grand Cayman

Grand Cayman is on Eastern Standard Time

• 1 hour ahead of Chicago
• 3 hours ahead of San Francisco
• 5 hours behind London

The Cayman Islands dollar is fixed to the US dollar at US $1.00 CI $.84. In shops the rate of exchange is CI $1.00 US $1.20. Credit cards and traveler's checks are generally accepted. However, when US dollars are given for payment, Cayman dollars are usually given back. A pocket calculator can also be helpful when you shop to help convert U. S. dollars to Cayman Island dollars.

The official language is English.

Acceptable forms of proof of citizenship for U.S. citizens traveling between the U.S. and our International Destinations are a valid passport, OR a certified , state issued birth certificate with raised seal AND a valid government photo ID, (i.e. a driver's license). It is the traveler's responsibility to provide proper documentation. Married women traveling with any documentation in their maiden name must supply a marriage license (a copy is acceptable).

The most common mode of transportation is the taxi. Car rental is also an option, as well as scooter and motorcycle rental. The needed temporary driver's license can be obtained at the police station or the car rental agency.

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Cayman Islands Department of Tourism Submarine Tours
Relax in your spacious cabin while your tour attendant guides and narrates your journey through views of sponge gardens, coral reefs, exotic fish, and marine life.

Rum Point Ferry
Enjoy a scenic 35-minute ferry ride across Cayman's North Sound followed by scuba diving on the outer fringes of the North Wall or simply relaxing in the sun.

Grand Cayman Sunset Sail
Enjoy the sunset on the infamous Spirit of Grand Cayman Sunset Sail

Glass Bottom Boat Trip
View the ocean floor and all of its wonders through the bottom of a glass bottom boat

Spring

• Easter Weekend Regatta
• Batabano Festival

• Million Dollar Month - Fishing Tournament

• 23rd Annual Cayman Islands Pirates Week Festival

• Wind Surfing Regatta

Attractions

George Town
Take the historic walking tour through George Town and experience a true sense of warmth and friendliness.

Botanic Park
This 65-acre park features nature trails winding past various natural habitats including those housing exotic endangered animals.

Variety of museums
These museums are a mixture of ancient treasures and natural history from the Cayman Islands' past.

Hell
Hell is a blackened and jagged rock formation that gives this district its name. This is an actual little town with its own post office to send mail postmarked "Hell".

Harquill Theater
The Harquill Theater is known for its fabulous performing arts. It is located in George Town.

Cayman Turtle Farm
Enjoy the world's only commercial sea turtle farm. See turtles ranging from six ounces to 600 pounds and even get your picture taken with one of them.

Grand Cayman offers a variety of dinner/entertainment options, from ethnic food such as Mexican, Italian, Chinese, or Jamaican to the more conventional choices such as pizza, burgers, and fried chicken. It also offers a variety of entertainment ranging from jazz to reggae to country music.

Museums

National Museum
This museum is housed in the early 1830's Courts Building and features artifacts showing Grand Cayman's history and unique culture.

Cayman Maritime and Treasure Museum
This museum also focuses on the Cayman Islands' history and culture. It is located in George Town.

Shop at any of the numerous shops and galleries. Take your pick of sporting stores or malls, galleries or quaint historic shops. There is something for everyone.

• Boating
• Fishing
• Water Sports
• Tennis
• Golfing
• Windsurfing
• Snorkeling/Diving

Grand Cayman is famous for its fishing and diving opportunities. Experience one of the many incredible dive sites such as the North Wall. Or, if fishing is more your style, you will find marlin, wahoo, tuna, grouper, and yellow fin swimming in the waters below. Finally, the East End offers unsurpassed windsurfing