Vineyard Travel Guide
Philipsburg
Popular places to visit
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.
Fort Amsterdam
The remains of the first Dutch military base in the Caribbean offer stunning views across the ocean and over the town of Philipsburg behind it.
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.
Guana Bay Beach
The picturesque shores of this tranquil bay provide a great opportunity to escape the crowds and jump in the crystal clear water for surfing or swimming.
Things to do
St-Martin and St Maarten: Sightseeing Tour of the French and Dutch Sides of the Island
For cruise passengers: Guided ATV Tour Dutch/French St. Maarten
Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line
St.Maarten Beach Hopping Tour
Topper's Rhum Distillery Tour in St Maarten
St Maarten Beach hopping tour (Oreint beach and Maho beach combo)
Top hotels in Vineyard
The Morgan Resort Spa Village
The pool area had plenty of lounge chairs, and the music was great. The staff was friendly and attentive. When the safe in my room started making a buzzing noise, maintenance fixed it very quickly.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
All staff was friendly
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
The hotel itself was average and clean, the kids were happy because they mainly wanted to enjoy the pool and the sea — and those needs were met. What really affected our stay, though, was how we were treated by some of the staff. Unfortunately, I’ve experienced this before in parts of the Caribbean, ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
Staff was super friendly. Everything was clean
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Oyster Bay Beach Resort
The pool is a big draw. The property is maintained well and everyone is friendly. Everything definitely runs on „island-time“, so just remember that you are on a vacation and have plenty of time. I personally did not enjoy the quite loud life music (of questionable quality) at one of the two restaurants ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Fourteen at Mullet Bay
My fiancé and I stayed here back in the end of February. I chose Fourteen at Mullet Bay based on the reviews and I must say I was a little disappointed. The pictures online looked way better than in person and there was a horrible smell in the unit that we could not get rid of at all. We complained ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vineyard
Hope Estate
While Hope Estate isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Sint Maarten and Great Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Point Blanche
While visiting Point Blanche, you might make a stop by sights like Port of St. Maarten and Harbour Point Village.
Downtown Philipsburg
If you're spending some time in Downtown Philipsburg, Great Bay Beach and Museum of Sint Maarten are top sights worth seeing.
Sucker Garden
When in Sucker Garden, you can plan a visit to Dawn Beach and Great Bay Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.
