This is a monastery located in the northwestern town of St. Augustine in Tunapuna. It is the home of the Benedictine monks who live and work in Trinidad and Tobago. Nice panoramic view of the surrounding towns and greenery. Good hiking trails there for sports enthusiasts. Not crowded

Great area to go to relax and enjoy the view. Say a prayer in the church. Bless your car or what I mostly go for. The hiking. Nice trails to exercise. If you want to De stress and just get away take a drive up to the church. Not a big church guy but take a seat inside or outside the church and cast your stress away.

Nice drive up a mountain. The view is spectacular. On clear days you can even see the ocean. Up there is a church, shop that sells religious items, shop that sells snacks, bathrooms, car park and a area outside where you can sit and relax.

Absolutely amazing atmosphere. I visit often.

This early 19 century abbey is located in the northwestern town of St. Augustine in Tunapuna. I spent an 1hr here. Its a functional church with mass held at specific times. Lovely view over looking the surrounding area. There is holy water which you can take. There is also a guest house where you can stay next door or just have afternoon tea. The abbey has a gift shop which has various items and also candles if you need to light a candle in the abbey. There is a small cafeteria and toilet facilities. So easy to sit and allow the day to pass you by.

My favorite place to visit when I go to Trinidad and Tobago. The views are amazing.

What an exceptional place.The locals climb the hill for exercise and the devoted to say the stations of the cross particularly during lent. There is a lookout over caroni swamp which I didn't expect to be so vast and p.o.s. savannah which is suprisenly not. Lovely view all the way to the coast and you can spend hours finding areas you know. The rest rooms were very clean and for once,,,I guess being a religious area free of the usual litter of food boxes and plastic bottles. I can't tell you much about the church etc but I know you can board for religious retreats and spiritual guidance. There are also wonderful hikes over the hill.

Great place for family, it's peaceful and if you like hiking they got that too.

Another item crossed off my bucket list during a brief visit to Trinidad. It is quite a winding drive up the mountain. Unfortunately, when I visited last week, it was raining cats and dogs, so not much could be seen. Nevertheless, it was not a wasted visit as it was a peaceful sanctuary as I was having a difficult day. My friend who brought me purchased some candles and a lighter, after which we proceeded to the church. The air was cool and serene, a perfect ambience for reflection and prayer. I lit the candles, one for each of my parents and the other for everyone else who has significant meaning in my life. It was a nice experience😊

Soothing and relaxing place to visit! A quick drive from the airport in Port of Spain and much more peaceful than sitting in an airport waiting on a delayed flight. The views are stunning and the drive there is great, do yourself a favor and take the time to enjoy this scenic peaceful retreat.

Beautiful Abby...closing hours are 6pm due to covid 19 in 2020. Also great for family picnics,hikes , birdwatching and also history etc

One of the best views you'll find in TT overlooking North & Central Trinidad. It's always calm & peaceful. Highly recommended visit.

Breath taking views, amazing sunsets, great place to go hiking or evening walks!

Looking for a peaceful place, this is the place to be. Looking for great views for pictures, this is the place to get them. Want to learn more about The Abbey of Our Lady of Exile, this is the place to learn. Family time? This is the place to spend it.

A beautiful place very peaceful with a lovely view

Peaceful place.The drive is a simple. The view of Trinidad is lovely and alot of fresh breeze and greenery there. Nice place for some peace and contemplation.

Tranquil to say the least. As far back as my childhood memories could take me, visiting Mount St. Benedict Abbey with my parents on a yearly basis was one I dearly looked forward to. We would purchase candles at their shop along with edible items and offer prayers inside the church, after which we would enjoy the breath taking view outside. The church together with its facilities are well maintained. If you wish to visit but cannot drive to get there, there are shuttles going to and from the church on a regular basis throughout the day. The shuttles are located next to Scotia Bank which is on the main road.

Beautiful, Serene and Peaceful. The ambience was absolutely relaxing and inviting for prayer, a picnic and enjoying the views of TnT. I love it!

The view and calm relaxing atmosphere is good for the mind, body, and soul it's refreshing and full of perspective. Maybe you might go there and suddenly find yourself in an existential crisis thinking about things too deeply, then again maybe if you're having an existential crisis and you go there and you might find yourself becoming calm and full of peace thinking what is to be will be. The bathroom needs some work, but it is quite a nice and well-kept historical site.

Snice I was a child. I would visit with my siblings..Now I do it with my family. Still a beautiful place . Love to go into the church .

Great place to exercise. Beautiful scenery.

A very picturesque semi challenging trail that offers spectacular views. You can park buy the monastery & even purchase snacks at the bakery there’s even a souvenir store for you to enjoy, after your trek.

The roads are not bad to get to there. Very quiet and peaceful. You can even carry your lunch there and eat while taking in the breathtaking views. Gift shop is available, sandwiches are sold. Holly water is available to take. Washrooms are clean.

This is the proper place for peace and tranquility. Despite being a Hindu, we still go to Mount St Benedict. It's one of the beauty of being born in Trinidad and Tobag. We are a multicultural nation. We respect each other religion and celebrate every occasion. There are few person's though who have different mentality, however, it's not enough to spoil our beautiful country. I would definitely recommend you visiting the Mount.

Such a peaceful and picturesque place with one of the most gorgeous views of the island.

One of the most peaceful places you can visit. The view is out of this world. Always my go to place. Heritage and history tied together making this a one of a kind experience. A lovely bookshop and canteen.

Fresh air, beautiful scenery, quiet surroundings, hearing birds chirping and seeing hummingbirds feeding...honestly its nature at one of its best. Plus the church building offers a peak into history and has a few spots that remind you of old European architecture. Plus, tea on the mount (3/5) was made even better by the amazing views.

Very serene and calm place to be.. lovely view, even if you are not religious you should visit, there is a beautiful lookout awesome place to unwind, calm and soothing.. there are benches and tables so you can carry food, there is also a shop for snacks and other items 😁

My first time very nice peaceful

How could you go here and not find peace. Great service and great ambiance. Love it

Love the surroundings. It is usually quiet and peaceful

Nice lookout. On a clear day you can see Sando and the central range, most of the Caroni swamp and Nariva swamp. There is also a trail that leads to the pines which give you additional views of Trinidad northern range.

Nice hike. Going there was a little scary but after I drove to the top it wasn't bad at all. We parked at the lower level car park across from the soccer field and walked the rest. The children and I had fun as we walked up the mountain. When we got there the over look was beautiful. I am glad we did it. Keep going explore new places and gain great experiences as well memories.

Great service in the shop. To enter they require you wash your hands and then get them sprayed with a sanitizer. Like this COVID thing affecting people common sense of as well.

A picturesque view from the seating area outside- beautiful red flaming trees adorn the compound making the area suitable to eat and there's also a cafeteria. This place of worship allows anyone in, but please use discretion about attire and do not consume alcohol on this premises.

very scenic hike , all uphill but the views are worth it.

Amazing and Peaceful as always. The house of God with a gift shop and an amazing view. Take a drive up the hill,sit,relax and just meditate.

Getting closer with our creator Lord Jesus Christ should always be our objective, and here is one of those places that has the quietness, peacefulness to help u concentrate on the Lord.

Great view... grab your lunch and take a drive up a enjoy a scenic view .

So peaceful and serene. Yesterday I took my grandson to request a prayer of protection and blessing by the Priest there. The priest was so very accommodating and warmly honored my request. May God richly bless him. Thank you Father🙏🌹

There is nothing wrong with this place.. it is serene, , peaceful and beautiful. Always seems breezy no matter what time of you go. The view is spectacular. Lots of parking and the church itself is lovely.

This is a quiet beautiful church on the Northern range. Please be mindful that this is a *church* above all, as you take in the view of the East West corridor, and listen to the church's bell toll. It's a scenic place where you can find your thoughts, and peace. If you ever get the chance to take in a sermon don't miss it.

Very peaceful and serene, a place you can visit to reset your faith.

A whole different feeling emerged as I entered the door. It was an amazing experience. I'm very happy I visited .