Scarborough is ranked as one of Trinidad and Tobago's most densely populated towns alongside Port of Spain, San Fernando, Chaguanas and Arima.

The town's skyline is dominated by Fort King George, an 18th-century fortification named after King George III, which now hosts a historic and archaeologic museum.

Scarborough's deepwater harbour was built in 1991; before that ships were forced to anchor offshore.

Shaw Park Cultural Complex is the largest performing arts theatre in the Caribbean.

A ferry service links Scarborough with Port of Spain, Trinidad.