The Molinere Underwater Sculpture Park, created in 2006 by British sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor in Molinere Bay on Grenada's west coast, was the world's first underwater sculpture park. More than 100 works — including "Vicissitudes," a ring of children holding hands, and "The Lost Correspondent" — rest on sand and rock at roughly 5–8 m, slowly turning into artificial reefs as coral colonizes the pH-neutral concrete and tropical fish gather around them. Because most pieces sit shallow, snorkelers can view them from the surface without diving, and in the dry season (Dec–May) visibility often tops 15 m. Since 2025 the Molinere/Beauséjour Marine Protected Area has charged an entry fee (currently US$3.50 per person, rising in October 2026), and most visitors arrive on authorized boat tours from St. George's or Grand Anse.
"Vicissitudes," 26 life-size children joined hand-in-hand in a circle, the park's signature piece at about 5 m
Over 100 sculptures including "The Lost Correspondent" and Coral Carnival masquerader figures (102 after 2023 additions)
pH-neutral concrete works serving as artificial reefs, gradually cloaked in coral
Tropical fish and marine life sheltering among the figures
Shallow enough to enjoy by snorkel or glass-bottom boat — no scuba required
Good to know
SafetyAlthough a bay, the site opens to the sea, so surge and current can push you toward the sculptures or out toward open water; always use a float/buoy and never snorkel alone.
SafetySnorkel, glass-bottom and tour boats move through the narrow bay. Don't try to swim out alone from a public beach — go with an authorized boat tour.
SafetySnorkeling is a surface activity. Don't breath-hold dive down to the 5–8 m pieces for a closer look if you're untrained; stay relaxed at the surface and manage mask fog or panic. Beginners should wear a vest or use a float.
SafetyFloating face-down for a long time badly burns your back, neck and calves. Wear a rash guard and limit your time in the water.
SeasonThe dry season (Dec–May) is best, with visibility often over 15 m; summer–autumn rains send river runoff into the bay and cloud the water, and June–Nov is Atlantic hurricane season, so check the marine forecast before you go.
RulesYou must pay the Marine Protected Area fee (currently US$3.50, rising to US$7 on 1 Oct 2026) via the Pure Grenada portal or your operator. Confirm whether it's included in the tour and whether prices are quoted in US$ or EC$.
MannersDon't touch or stand on the sculptures or coral, and don't kick up sand with your fins. Keep your distance from turtles and other wildlife and never feed them; use reef-safe sunscreen.
Practical info
Visit on an authorized snorkel or glass-bottom boat tour from St. George's or Grand Anse Beach — the safest and usual way in. Conditions are clearest in the dry season (Dec–May) on calm, low-rain days; confirm current prices, tour times, whether the MPA fee is included, and the latest fee increases before booking.
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