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
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
Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten
Top hotels in Downtown Philipsburg
Holland House Beach Hotel
Staff was courteous and friendly, hotel was clean and the property was beautifully kept.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Seaview Beach Hotel
Our stay at the Seaview Beach Hotel was lovely. The room was small but clean. The hotel owner acted on some feedback with speed and was gracious and courteous. I would stay there again.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
MIDTOWN MOTEL SXM
Friendly staff!!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Horizon View Beach Hotel
excellent location beach front, beside walkway, good restaurants nearby and good restaurant with live music at night in same building. Very friendly and helpful staff. Large, bright, clean room - furnishings a little dated' Good price in Canadian funds. Walking distance to cruise ship pier. Only ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 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
Toilet bowl water level too high, parts of me touched the water, not acceptable. That was a zero. Remainder is 3, dated but acceptable. Freezer needs defrosting rm 11, shower hose functions but looks terrible. People were great.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
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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.
