Tourist InformationGuide was updated: November 6, 2023

Pointe-à-Pitre International Airport (PTP)

Pointe-à-Pitre International Airport is located in Abymes, about 2.5 kilometers north of the city. It is the main hub for Air Caraïbes and Air Antilles Express, handling regular flights to Paris, Miami, and Montreal, as well as numerous Caribbean destinations. There are also seasonal flights from New York, Boston, Frankfurt, and Milan. For transportation to the city, taxis are the most convenient option. Some have meters (make sure they get used) and others charge a flat rate. There are also car rental agencies at the airport and numerous shuttle companies that can be booked in advance. There is no public transportation to or from the airport.

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Public Transport

There are two bus stations in Pointe-à-Pitre. The first is at Bergevin, in the north of the city, which routes to Basse-Terre. It has a ticket office and fixed timetables. The other station, in the southern district of La Darse, has service to destinations on Grande-Terre. Tickets here must be bought on the buses themselves as there is no ticket office. Transport can be slow, so if you're in a hurry it may be best to hire a car or take a taxi (though they can be pricey). There are also regular flights and ferries connecting Pointe-à-Pitre to the other islands of Guadeloupe.

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Taxi

Taxis are widely available throughout Pointe-à-Pitre, especially around hotels, as well as at the airport. Many of them are metered (make sure they get used) or be sure to agree on a price beforehand to avoid headaches. Rates tend to be quite expensive on the island, so if you plan on doing a lot of moving around, you may prefer to rent a car.

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Port

The most important cruise ship terminal in Guadeloupe is in Pointe-à-Pitre, which was named the "most flexible and reliable Caribbean harbor" back in 2014. It is conveniently located right next to the city center, just a 10-minute taxi ride away from the airport, and has a lounge, bar, and arts and crafts bazaar.

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Post

Post office in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe: Rue Euvremont Gene, Pointe-à-Pitre Opening hours: Mon 8:15am–2:45pm, Tue 7:15am–2:45pm, Wed closed, Thu & Fri 7:15am–2:45pm, Sat 7:15am–noon, Sun closed

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Pharmacy

Pharmacie H. Cava Boulevard Legitimus, Pointe-à-Pitre +590 590 82 05 36 Opening hours: Mon–Fri 8am–8pm, Sat 7:30am–6pm, Sun closed

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Telephone

Country code: 590 Area code: 590

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Electricity

220-240 V, 50 Hz. Socket types C,D, and E

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