Traffic & Parking
Tips for driving and parking in Saint Barthelemy by season
Traffic by Season
High Season
December - April
Heavy traffic, especially in Gustavia and St-Jean. Allow extra time.
- ● Frequent traffic jams
- ● Full parking lots
- ● Avoid 11am-1pm and 5pm-7pm
Festive Period
Christmas - New Year
Peak crowds. Restaurant reservations are essential.
- ● Very busy roads
- ● Valet recommended
- ● Consider a scooter
Low Season
May - November
Smooth traffic. Easy parking everywhere.
- ● Clear roads
- ● Available parking
- ● Quick travel times
Parking
Free Parking
Airport Parking
St-Jean
~50 spacesLimited to 4h
Port Parking
Gustavia
~30 spacesFull in high season
Lorient Parking
Lorient
~20 spacesNear the beach
Paid Parking
Collectivity Parking
Gustavia
1EUR/hCentral, covered
Quai General de Gaulle Parking
Gustavia
0.50EUR/hPort view
Valet Services
Eden Rock
St-Jean
Free valet for guests
Le Sereno
Grand Cul-de-Sac
Free valet
Cheval Blanc
Flamands
Free valet for guests
Bonito
Gustavia
Parking partnership
Practical Tips
- 1.Rent a compact vehicle or scooter for easier parking
- 2.Roads are narrow and winding - drive carefully
- 3.In high season, leave early in the morning for popular beaches
- 4.Goats often cross - be careful on mountain roads