St. Thomas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

St. Thomas
Blackbeard\'s Castle featuring landscape views and a coastal town
St. Thomas
Coral World Ocean Park featuring general coastal views and marine life as well as a small group of people
St. Thomas

Sandy beaches, spectacular scenery, exciting watersports, duty-free shopping and colonial monuments make this one of the U.S. Virgin Islands’ liveliest destinations.

The Caribbean island of St. Thomas presents a blend of history, nature, shopping, recreation and relaxation. Jungle-covered hills roll down to picturesque bays with white-sand beaches and turquoise water. Colonial-era architecture stands in busy shopping districts. 

St. Thomas’ one major town is picturesque Charlotte Amalie. Wander the narrow lanes to see Danish, Dutch, French and Spanish-built houses, many now hosting cafés and shops. Climb the 99 Steps, an 18th-century staircase near Blackbeard’s Castle and Fort Christian, built in the 1600s as a Danish stronghold. 

Beyond Charlotte Amalie, scenic roads wind through wooded hills to views of the island’s magnificent coastlines. Go to animated Frenchtown, a village renowned for its restaurants, taverns, nightclubs and Creole-speaking residents. Enjoy a scenic cable car ride from Havensight to Paradise Point and marvel at the views of Charlotte Amalie Harbour.

Over 40 beaches decorate St. Thomas’ coastline, all within a 25-minute drive from Charlotte Amalie. Relax at Magens Bay or the lively resorts of Lindberg Bay and Morningstar. Go fishing, sailing and scuba diving at Red Hook and snorkeling and windsurfing at Sapphire Beach. Discover myriad marine life at Coral World Ocean Park near Coki Beach. Watch planes land at the island airport while you swim in the calm waters of Brewers Bay Beach.

The area is famous for discounted and tax-free shopping, too. Clothing, electronics, jewellery and perfume stores line the streets of Charlotte Amalie, most notably Dronningens Gade (Main Street) and Vendors Plaza. Find more shops and malls at the main ports, Crown Bay and Havensight. 

St. Thomas, the second largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, is located in the Caribbean Sea east of Puerto Rico. Many visitors arrive by cruise ship or fly to Cyril E. King Airport and then get around via rented car. The U.S. Virgin Islands benefit from year-round warm temperatures, although hurricanes are possible between June and November. Combine your holiday with daytrips to the beaches of neighboring Water Island and St. John.

Where to stay in St. Thomas

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Green Cay Plantation

Though Green Cay Plantation may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bolongo Bay and Bluebeards Beach.

Green Cay Plantation
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Rosendal

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosendal and surrounding area, you can visit Magens Bay Beach and Mahogany Run Golf Course.

Rosendal
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Bellevue

While Bellevue isn't home to many top sights, Havensight Mall and Morningstar Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bellevue
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Havensight

While visiting Havensight, you might make a stop by sights like Havensight Mall and Frenchman's Bay.

Havensight
The Westin St. Thomas Beach Resort & Spa

The Westin St. Thomas Beach Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
5 Estate Bakkeroe, Po Box 7100, St. Thomas, St. Thomas
The price is Rp5.405.365 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp5.405.365
Rp7.454.645 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in St. Thomas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Room was beautiful, our view was beautiful, staff was amazing and resort was everything! Want to have a good time in st Thomas stay at the Westin Resort (:"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

The Westin St. Thomas Beach Resort & Spa
Margaritaville Vacation Club - St. Thomas

Margaritaville Vacation Club - St. Thomas

4 out of 5
6080 Estate Smith Bay, St. Thomas
The price is Rp5.038.116 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
Rp5.038.116
Rp5.667.881 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in St. Thomas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,156 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time at this resort. Some complained about the seagrass this time of year but the staff were incredible and really made sure we had a great time! The resort activities were alot of fun and the resort was spotless! We ate at Landshark restaurant twice and once at the breakfast cafe ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Margaritaville Vacation Club - St. Thomas
Windward Passage Hotel

Windward Passage Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Veterans Drive Charlotte Amali, Po Box 640, St. Thomas, St. Thomas
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in St. Thomas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (1,377 reviews)
"I didn't like that TV has no good working channels and rooms doesn't have a microwave"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Windward Passage Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Flamboyan on the Bay Resort and Villas

Flamboyan on the Bay Resort and Villas

3.5 out of 5
6200 Magens Bay Road, St. Thomas, St. Thomas
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in St. Thomas. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (699 reviews)
"This property has such character it’s a hidden Gem overlooking Megan’s Bay. I will definitely be back!!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Flamboyan on the Bay Resort and Villas
Hilltop Villas at Bluebeard's Castle

Hilltop Villas at Bluebeard's Castle

3 out of 5
1331 Estate Taarneberg, Bluebeard Loop, St. Thomas, St. Thomas
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in St. Thomas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,687 reviews)
"This place was perfect for our family. We were able to prepare meals in the room and the room was quite comfortable. The property was quiet and clean. We had a wonderful view from our balcony. We enjoyed having the restaurant right on property, along with the bar and their various entertainment opportunities. ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hilltop Villas at Bluebeard's Castle
Castle Villas at Bluebeard's

Castle Villas at Bluebeard's

2.5 out of 5
1331 Estate Taarneberg, St. Thomas, Bluebeard Loop, St. Thomas, Taarneberg
Stay at this aparthotel in St. Thomas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,161 reviews)
"This property was so fun. It is on a big hill so hard to walk up but the view is beautiful. The room was very nice. Would definitely stay there again"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Castle Villas at Bluebeard's
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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