14 Coastal Towns That Feel Like a Slice of the Mediterranean

9. St. George’s, Grenada – The Caribbean Cinque Terre

St. George’s, the charming capital of Grenada, boasts a colorful waterfront lined with terracotta-roofed houses that look as if they’ve been plucked straight from the Italian Riviera. The town’s horseshoe-shaped harbor, surrounded by green hills and vibrant colonial-era buildings, mirrors the cliffside villages of Cinque Terre, Portofino, or the Amalfi Coast, creating a picture-perfect scene of Caribbean-meets-Mediterranean charm. Wander through the narrow streets of St. George’s, and you’ll discover a mix of Caribbean and European influences—from bustling spice markets selling nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves (Grenada is known as the "Spice Isle") to charming cafés serving seafood stews and fresh bread baked in stone ovens, reminiscent of a seaside trattoria in Italy. The city’s natural harbor is filled with sailboats and fishing vessels, much like the coastal towns of Liguria or the Balearic Islands, and the stunning turquoise waters offer excellent opportunities for snorkeling, diving, and sailing.