Downtown Philipsburg Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 seaside or visit the shops in this romantic area.
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.
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
Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line
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
Half Day Snorkeling Adventure
Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar
Top hotels in Downtown Philipsburg
Holland House Beach Hotel
We love this hotel. It is small but clean and very close to the beach. The staff are friendly. The room was cleaned everyday and towels were changed daily. The amenities were always refilled.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Seaview Beach Hotel
The staff was very rude and unhelpful. We couldn’t even get the basic things that a person expects in any hotel. No washcloths, hand towels, etc. Nowhere in the hotels description does it state that it is not handicapped accessible. This is important to a lot of people, especially elderly ones. I ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Horizon View Beach Hotel
We had to book a room at last minute as our flight was canceled. This hotel was very accommodating. Check-in was fast, easy efficient. All the staff that we encountered were amazing. The rooms were a little dated, but extremely clean the bed was comfortable, and the view and location was amazing. ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Pasanggrahan Royal Boutique Hotel
The room was huge and spotlessly clean. Location was great with a beautiful view of the bay
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Alicia's Inn
So very accommodating of everything we requested. Every thing was sparkly clean. Great location to shops and the beach. Would stay here again if coming to Phillipsberg.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Sea Palace
Both rooms wr had were on the low side of ok. The tile showers had broken tile around the sides of the entry edges. Doors didnt close properly from warping. The build is in need of an over hall. The staff was kind. But island time is a real thing. Our check in was supposed to be a 4 pm. I believe ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Philipsburg
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 Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.
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.
Hope Estate
While Hope Estate isn't home to many top sights, Guana Bay Beach and Great Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Port of St. Maarten and Great Bay Beach.
Sucker Garden
When in Sucker Garden, you can plan a visit to Guana Bay Beach and Dawn 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.
