St. Michael's Cathedral is the seat of the Anglican Bishop of Barbados and the oldest Anglican church on the island. The current building was constructed between 1784 and 1786, replacing an earlier wooden structure that dated from the 1660s. It was elevated to cathedral status in 1825. The building is coral stone, whitewashed, with a simple tower — handsome rather than grand.
Inside, the cathedral has a cool, shaded interior that offers welcome relief on a hot day. The wooden pews and stone floor date from the 18th century, and the stained glass windows are a mix of original 19th-century work and later replacements. The churchyard surrounding the cathedral contains graves from the colonial period, including several with notable inscriptions. It's a five-minute walk from National Heroes Square.