Island, Antigua and Barbuda
Can you drink tap water in Antigua?
NoNo, drink bottled
Can you drink the tap water in Antigua?
Don't drink the tap water. Antigua relies on desalinated water with occasional shortages; drink bottled or filtered water.
Key facts
- In Antigua: Antigua relies on desalinated water with occasional shortages; drink bottled or filtered water.
- Across Antigua and Barbuda: Antigua depends on desalinated water with occasional shortages; most people drink bottled or filtered water.
Quick answers
Is tap water safe to drink in Antigua?
Don't drink the tap water. Antigua relies on desalinated water with occasional shortages; drink bottled or filtered water.
Can you drink tap water in Antigua and Barbuda?
Antigua depends on desalinated water with occasional shortages; most people drink bottled or filtered water.
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Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water (WHO/UNICEF)
- CDC: food and water safety for travelers
- Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority
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