The Red House, Port of Spain

Name: The Red House
Address: Abercromby Street, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago

#14 among attractions in Port of Spain

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The Red House is the seat of Parliament in Trinidad and Tobago. The architectural design of the Red House is of Beaux-Arts style. The original building was destroyed in the 1903 Water Riots and was rebuilt in 1907. The Red House is located centrally within the capital city Port of Spain. It is currently used as a meeting place for parliament and elections and for political uses. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 10°39'12"N, 61°30'42"W

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Abercromby StreetPort of Spain Trinidad and Tobago

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The Red House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New City Mall, Queen's Park Savannah, National Museum and Art Gallery, Holy Trinity Cathedral.

~1840 ftSE
10°38'58"N • 61°30'30"W
New City Mall, Port of Spain
9 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
1.1 miN
Park, Field, Road
Queen's Park Savannah, Port of Spain
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, Queen's Park Savannah is a verdant oasis and one of the city's most iconic landmarks. This sprawling park, bounded by a 2.2-mile perimeter, is the largest roundabout globally and serves as a central hub for...
0.7 miN
Art museum, History museum, Museum
National Museum and Art Gallery, Port of Spain
18 min walk • The National Museum and Art Gallery of Trinidad and Tobago stands as a cultural cornerstone in the heart of Port of Spain. This institution is dedicated to preserving the rich history and artistic heritage of the twin-island republic.
~590 ftSE
Church
Holy Trinity Cathedral, Port of Spain
3 min walk • The Holy Trinity Cathedral stands as an architectural marvel in the heart of Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. This Anglican cathedral, with its distinct neo-Gothic design, serves not only as a place of worship but also as a historical landmark reflective of the...
0.4 miSE
Church
Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Port of Spain
11 min walk • The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception is a Catholic cathedral in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. It is the seat of the Archdiocese of Port of Spain. Construction started in 1816 and it was completed in 1851. The same year the cathedral was given the honorary status of a Minor Basilica.
0.7 miN
Park, Historical place
Memorial Park, Port of Spain
19 min walk • Memorial Park is an urban park in upper Downtown, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. Memorial Park is a public city park in commemoration of the Trinidadian veterans that served in World War I and World War II.
0.4 miS
Forts and castles, Arcade
Fort San Andres, Port of Spain
10 min walk • Fort San Andres is the last surviving fortification from the period of the Spanish Occupation of Trinidad, which came to an end in 1797 with the capture of the island by the British.
0.7 miN
10°39'48"N • 61°30'41"W
National Academy for Performing Arts, Port of Spain
18 min walk • Concerts and shows, Opera, Theater
0.7 miW
Harbor
Port of Spain International Waterfront Centre, Port of Spain
18 min walk • The Port of Spain International Waterfront Centre is a construction project aimed at revitalising and transforming the waterfront of the capital-city Port of Spain located in Trinidad and Tobago.
0.5 miSE
Square
Independence Square, Port of Spain
14 min walk • Independence Square lies near to the southern end of Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. Formerly named Marine Square, it was renamed in honour of Trinidad and Tobago's independence from the United Kingdom in 1962.
~1620 ftS
Tower
Eric Williams Plaza, Port of Spain
8 min walk • Eric Williams Plaza, also known as the Eric Williams Financial Complex, located on Independence Square, Port of Spain, consists of two of the tallest buildings in Trinidad and Tobago, as well as in the English-speaking Caribbean. It consists of a pair of skyscrapers 22 stories high and 302 ft tall, locally known as the "Twin Towers".

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Red House?

Nearby attractions include Holy Trinity Cathedral, Port of Spain (3 min walk), Nicholas Tower, Port of Spain (8 min walk), Eric Williams Plaza, Port of Spain (8 min walk), Fort San Andres, Port of Spain (10 min walk).

How to get to The Red House by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Red House:

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Port of Spain Transit Centre (11 min walk)
Platform 1 (12 min walk)