Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park

The Grand Cayman Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park preserves the island's flora and fauna, and if you're lucky, you might even spot the endangered blue iguana. You can stroll the garden's peaceful paths past lily-topped ponds, palm gardens, woodland habitats, orchids, and colorful flowers. Plants and trees are labeled, and benches beckon from shady nooks. Other animals living in the park include snakes, birds, lizards, turtles, and agoutis. History buffs and green thumbs alike will enjoy the Heritage Garden with medicinal plants and a restored Caymanian cottage. The best way to see the blue iguanas is to book a ticket at the entrance to the park for the 11am guided tour. Nature lovers will also enjoy hiking the Mastic Trail, about a five-minute drive from here.

Address: Frank Sound Road, North Side, Grand Cayman