Bodden Town: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Bodden Town is the former capital of the Cayman Islands and the largest district in the territory. It is situated on a natural harbour and a coral reef.

Bodden Town (village) · CC BY-SA 4.0

Now in the cityBodden Town+26°CCloudy · sunrise 06:26 AMupdated 06:29 AM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Exchange rate$0.83per 1 $KYD — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Within two hours

Cayman Islands National Museum≈ 35 min

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Removal of information about Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.

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Exercise normal precaution in the Cayman Islands. The Cayman Islands is generally a safe destination for travelers. Accessibility of medical services for routine and emergency procedures may be limited. Review the Health Section of the Travel Guidance on this page for more information. Review our Travel Guidance for the Cayman Islands to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Bodden Town: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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