You don't need your passport but yet, once you're in Jersey, you could be mistaken for thinking that you have arrived in France. Just a stone's throw from Jersey is the French coast of Brittany and the French influence on this beautiful Channel Island can be noticed in it's character. However, Jersey maintains it's own charming identity. The island of Jersey is just nine miles long by five miles wide. With it's many sweeping golden beaches, idyllic peaceful fishing harbours and something new to experience around nearly every corner, the island has much more to offer than many places greater in size.
Jersey is divided in to twelve parishes.
The town parish of St Helier is densely populated but yet full of fascinating history. St Helier is the centre of activity with it's bustling shopping streets, many cafes, restaurants and museums to explore when you've had enough of the shops. Beautiful cliff walks, peaceful green lanes and golden beaches with a clear sparkling sea. If you are interested in the heritage of the island you can visit the three castles, a prehistoric tomb - dating from 3,500 BC or one of Jersey's many museums, most giving account of the island's occupation by the German Army during World War Two. The most capturing of all is undoubtedly the German Underground Hospital.