Description:
Chances are if you are coming for one day, you are coming by cruise ship. It's finally time to see some of those beautiful beaches you have been dreaming about. Enjoy a delicious lunch on the water. If you'll be staying for dinner, fresh seafood awaits you at one of the chicest restaurants on the island. Whatever you choose you will be impressed by the dynamic beauty St. Thoma* ha* to offer.
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Charlotte Amalie
Contact:
- +1 340 777 8827
- visit website
Location:
- Between Charlotte Amalie Harbor and the hills
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Map
Description:
The island's main town and the territory's capital, Charlotte Amalie was founded in 1666. Originally called Taphaus, or Tap House, it is now named after a Danish queen. The narrow streets often bustle with shoppers seeking duty-free bargains, visitors viewing the historic sites, and government workers and professionals heading for their offices. Walking is the only easy way to navigate through the car and foot congestion. Parking is a nightmare, but you can usually find a space at the large public lot adjacent to Fort Christian. Take a taxi from the Havensight cruise ship pier. Most merchants accept credit cards.
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Sapphire Beach
Contact:
- +1 340 775 6100
- visit website
Location:
- Route 38 (Smith Bay Road)
- At Sapphire Beach Resort
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Map
Description:
This busy beach sits at Sapphire Beach Resort, and is popular with locals as well as tourists. Its sheer size means there is room for all, but don't come here if you want a deserted beach. Visitors of all stripes spend their time sunbathing, snorkeling the lovely reefs located just offshore or playing a quick beach volleyball game at the net that is always set up. This beach has lots of amenities. A watersports shop rents equipment and visitors are always welcome in the resort's restaurants. There is no admission charge to the beach.
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Coki Beach
Contact:
- +1 340 774 8784
- visit website
Location:
- Route 388 next to Coral World
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Map
Description:
A smallish beach on the north coast, Coki Beach is often crowded with snorkelers and sunbathers taking a tour with their fellow cruise ship passengers. When the crowds leave, the locals come out to snorkel and Scuba the pretty reef. This beach has lots of amenities. You will find changing rooms, bathrooms, water sports equipment rentals, and a snack bar. While the beach is pretty and the locals friendly, this is one place where it pays to leave your valuables at home. Thefts have taken place. There is no admission charge.
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Havana Blue
Contact:
- +1 340 715 2583
- visit website
Location:
- 5 Estate Bakkeroe
- Frenchman's Reef & Morning Star Marriott
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Map
Description:
Havana Blue, part of the vast Marriott Frenchman's Reef & Morning Star Beach Resort complex, always gets accolades from hotel guests and residents for its lovely beachfront ambience and delicious Latin-fusion cuisine. Gentle trade winds set the stage for a sophisticated menu that starts with dishes such as peanut soba bowls and Caesar de Vieras with crispy garlic wontons. Main courses include mango-glazed salmon with grilled asparagus and Polynesian duck with braised baby bokchoy. Leave room for the sumptuous blueberry & white chocolate cake.
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Tickles Dockside Pub
Contact:
- +1 340 776 1595
- visit website
Location:
- Route 304
- Crown Bay Marina
Description:
This open-air harbor-side pub sees a cross section of St. Thomas taking in the views and enjoying breakfast, lunch, dinner or late-night drinks. The menu is simple but tasty with Ribs, Prime Rib, Burgers, Grilled Chicken, and Grilled Fish predominating. Don't miss the Flying Fish Sandwich; it's crunchy and served on a soft bun. After work, crowds gather for drinks and camaraderie at the restaurant's bar.
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Skyride to Paradise Point
Contact:
- 340-774-9809
- visit website
Location:
- Route 30 (Havensight Road)
- Near Havensight Mall
Description:
The Skyride is a cable car which makes a seven-minute, 700-foot trip up the side of Flag Hill, giving riders a bird's eye view of Havensight Mall and the adjacent cruise ship docks on the way up. At the top, an observation deck provides a great place to take in the panoramic view of Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, and the sea beyond. There's also a restaurant, bar, tropical bird show (twice a day), nature trail, and gift shop. The price is $21 for adults, $10.50 for kids 6-12, and kids 5 and under get in free. Only open on days when cruise ships are in port.
- Destination(s): St. Thomas
- Type: First time visit
- 1 DAY
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