St. Thomas
Country: US Virgin Islands · Region: Eastern Caribbean · Currency: US Dollar
St. Thomas is a popular cruise port in the U.S. Virgin Islands featuring the capital city Charlotte Amalie with deep-water harbor access, renowned for shopping, beautiful beaches, and snorkeling opportunities.
Top sights
Magen's Bay, Coki Beach, Coral World Ocean Park, Paradise Point, Fort Christian, Charlotte Amalie Harbor
Things to do
- Coral World Ocean Park
- Marine life park at Coki Point with undersea observatory, shark and stingray encounters, Sea Lion Splash, and parasailing; open 9AM-5PM daily.
- Paradise Point Skyride
- Tram ride offering 5-minute journey to mountaintop with panoramic harbor views, walking trail, flowers and local birds; costs $21 for adults.
- Fort Christian
- Bright red Danish fort from mid-1600s with museum exhibits of historical photos, artifacts, and panoramic roof views of the harbor; $3 admission for adults.
- St. Thomas Historical Trust Museum
- Museum displaying West Indian art, antiques dating to the 1600s, historical photographs, and shipwreck artifacts; open Thu-Fri 10AM-2PM, Sat 11AM-3PM, free admission.
Beaches
- Coki Beach
- Best snorkeling beach on St. Thomas with over 100 feet underwater visibility, ideal for children learning to snorkel in calm shallow water.
- Magen's Bay
- Famous crescent-shaped bay on the northern side with a mile of white sand, several bars and small stores, and views from nearby Mountain Top.
Where to eat
- Blue Moon
- Beach restaurant at Secret Harbour with reasonably-priced delicious food, free soda refills, spicy Caribbean-rimmed Bloody Marys, and harbor views.
- Frenchtown
- Downtown area featuring classier restaurants and bars for food and drinks.
Bars and nightlife
- Sapphire Beach
- Beach resort bar with swimming pool, occasional live bands at night, and BBC (Bailey's, banana, coconut) drinks.
Forecast for St. Thomas
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Weather in St. Thomas by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F | 20°F | 3.2 in | 12 |
| February | 34°F | 19°F | 2.7 in | 11 |
| March | 43°F | 28°F | 3.2 in | 11 |
| April | 54°F | 36°F | 4.0 in | 13 |
| May | 67°F | 49°F | 3.3 in | 11 |
| June | 75°F | 58°F | 3.9 in | 11 |
| July | 80°F | 63°F | 3.8 in | 13 |
| August | 78°F | 63°F | 3.9 in | 13 |
| September | 73°F | 58°F | 2.7 in | 9 |
| October | 60°F | 47°F | 3.8 in | 11 |
| November | 47°F | 35°F | 2.9 in | 11 |
| December | 38°F | 28°F | 3.1 in | 12 |
Getting around
From cruise docks at West Indian Company Dock or Crown Bay, take a $4 per person Safari cab or taxi to downtown Charlotte Amalie; walking is preferred within town areas, but taxis or private drivers are needed to explore the island.
What to eat
Local restaurants include Blue Moon at Secret Harbour beach resort and various establishments in Frenchtown; Coki Beach has food vendors and a smoothie stand.
Tips
Agree on taxi prices before entering the car, as rates are per person and can add up quickly for groups; note that some taxi drivers at Coki Beach require you to use the same driver for return trips.
Best for
Beaches, snorkeling, shopping
More ports in Eastern Caribbean
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