Welcome to Guernsey

Get away to Guernsey, the second largest of the Channel Islands and a bewitchingly beautiful, sleepy yet sophisticated destination. Explore the tidy capital of St. Peter Port, taking advantage of the fantastic dining scene, then venture out for rock climbing, coastal hiking, beachcombing, kayaking, paddleboarding and more.

This is the place to blend adrenaline-pumping activities with plenty of culture and relaxation. Visit a local art gallery or the home of one of the world’s most popular authors. Marvel at an ancient castle. From cliff jumping to massages on the beach, Guernsey has plenty of treats up its sleeve.

Unique Facts

• The tidal range in Guernsey is one of the largest in the world at 33 feet.
• If you visit a home in west Guernsey, you might see a piece of granite sticking out of it. This is known as a “witch’s seat,” harkening back to a time when witches were believed to run wild in the area. The seats were created so witches could stop and rest.
• The world-renowned Guernsey cows are known to produce some of the richest and delicious dairy products in the world.
• There’s a Fairy Ring in Guernsey, a mysterious circle in the ground in Pleinmont. According to folklore, if you walk around it three times and make a wish, that wish will come true.
• One of the oldest post boxes in the British Isles is on Guernsey. It’s on Union Street and is recognizable because it’s red, while all other post boxes are blue.

Language

Guernsey’s official language is English.

When To Go

The best time to go to Guernsey is from June to October.

Airports

Guernsey Airport

Passport Validity

A valid passport is required.

Visa Required By US Citizen?

None

Vaccinations

The CDC recommends the following vaccine for all travelers when visiting Guernsey: Measles and routine vaccinations. Most travelers should receive Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Rabies vaccines.

Electrical Outlets

Power plugs and sockets: types C and G. Standard voltage: 230V. Frequency: 50Hz.

Currency

Official local currency: Pound

Getting Around

The best way to get around Guernsey is by car. Rental vehicles are available, as well as registered and metered taxi service.

Water taxis/ferries operate from Portsmouth and Weymouth in the UK, as well as from St. Malo in France. Regular passenger ferry service runs from St. Helier in Jersey, Alderney, Herm and Sark.

Bus service connects all main villages, beaches and main attractions, with St. Peter Port as a hub.

Driver’s License

A valid US driver’s license is required.

US Embassy Info

US Embassy London
33 Nine Elms Lane
London, SW11 7US
United Kingdom
Tel: 44-0-20-7499-9000

Local Visitor Info

Guernsey Information Centre
North Esplanade
St. Peter Port
Guernsey
GY1 2LQ
Tel: +44 (0)1481 723552

Local Emergency Phone Numbers

General Emergency: 999, 112

Safety and Security

The crime rate is low in Guernsey.