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 attraction at Coki Point with undersea observatory, shark and stingray encounters, and various water activities including Snuba and parasailing.
- Paradise Point Skyride
- Five-minute aerial tram ride offering excellent views of Charlotte Amalie harbor with walking trails and local flowers and birds at the top.
- Fort Christian
- Bright red Danish fort from the mid-1600s with museum exhibits, historical artifacts, and panoramic harbor views from the roof.
- St. Thomas Historical Trust Museum
- Museum in Charlotte Amalie displaying West Indian art, antiques, historical photographs, paintings, and shipwreck artifacts dating back to the 1600s.
Beaches
- Coki Beach
- Best snorkeling beach on St. Thomas with over 100 feet visibility, calm water suitable for children learning to snorkel, and the ability to feed fish in shallow water.
- Magen's Bay
- Famous crescent-shaped bay on the northern side with a mile of white sand, bars, and small stores accessible by taxi from downtown.
Where to eat
- Blue Moon
- Beach restaurant at Secret Harbour resort with reasonably-priced delicious food, free soda refills, and Caribbean-seasoned Bloody Marys.
Bars and nightlife
- Frenchtown
- Area in downtown Charlotte Amalie featuring classier bars and restaurants for food and drinks, especially recommended for nightlife.
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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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