Attractions on Ascension Island

Photos of Ascension Island Attractions

Ascension Island Photo Tour and Map
Select the red dot for a destination or Ascension Island attraction on this map to see a photo of that place.

Military Bases on Ascension Island

Royal Air Force Station Ascension
British military air base on Ascension Island that is also known as Wideawake Airfield, Ascension Island Base, and most commonly known as RAF Ascension Island. For more information see the Ops Ascension article on the United Kingdom's Royal Air Force Web site.

USAF Ascension Auxiliary Airfield
- Ascension Auxiliary Air Field Wins Environmental Award
- Development of the 45SW Eastern Range.

Other Attractions on Ascension Island

Fumaroles and Lava Tubes on Ascension Island

Fort Hayes and Fort Thornton
Two forts located in Georgetown.

St. Mary's Anglican Church
Historic mid-19th century Church in Georgetown that is part of the Diocese of Cape Town.

Red Lion British Navy Barracks
18th century historic structure and clock tower in a Green Mountain National Park forest.

Green Mountain Natioal Park
- Green Mountain
- The Dew Pond
- Hiking Trail with significant climate change

Exiles Club / Marine Barracks
Historic 1830's building

Ascension Island's BBC Atlantic Relay Station
This introduction to the BBC Atlantic Relay Station on Ascension Island includes an aerial photo of Ascension Island, a brief profile of the island, and the history of Ascension Island's BBC Relay Station.

See also
Visitor Activities on Ascension Island
Ascension Island Travel Guide
Africa Travel Guide