Downtown Philipsburg Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Museum of Sint Maarten
Discover where the native population originally came from and learn about major events in the island’s colonial, social and natural past.
Philipsburg Courthouse
Philipsburg Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this romantic area.
Front Street District
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Front Street District during your visit to Philipsburg.
Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit in Philipsburg. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Great Bay Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Great Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Philipsburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Philipsburg Boardwalk
Philipsburg Boardwalk is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Things to do
Adventure SNUBA in St. Maarten
Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths
St-Martin and St Maarten: Sightseeing Tour of the French and Dutch Sides of the Island
Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar
Billy Bones St. Maarten Getaway , Snorkeling with Turtles
Top hotels in Downtown Philipsburg
Holland House Beach Hotel
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Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Seaview Beach Hotel
Great location for shopping and walking. Perfect for a one night layover. Good value.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Horizon View Beach Hotel
All good
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Alicia's Inn
The staff are excellent. Very helpful. Room is very comfortable good amenities
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Sea Palace
This will be my GO TO hotel each year going forward. I have always stayed at Maho but WOW!!!! This hotel room 601 was breathtaking. You have a separate bedroom with a washer / dryer and they supply the soap. There are (2) full bathrooms and (2) couches that pull out to beds. There is a full kitchen ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
The Pasanggrahan Royal Boutique Hotel
Always a pleasure
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Philipsburg
Fort William
While Fort William may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.
Madame's Estate
While Madame's Estate may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach.
Vineyard
While Vineyard may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sint Maarten Park and Museum of Sint Maarten.
Hope Estate
While Hope Estate isn't home to many top sights, Sint Maarten Park and Museum of Sint Maarten are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sucker Garden
When in Sucker Garden, you can plan a visit to Sint Maarten Park and Guana Bay Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Belair
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Belair and surrounding area, you can visit Little Bay Beach and Great Bay Beach.
