St. Thomas and St. John

Travel Guide

Cruz Bay showing general coastal views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor
Charlotte Amalie showing a sunset, a coastal town and general coastal views
Frydendal featuring coral and kayaking or canoeing
Caneel Bay which includes general coastal views
Frydendal which includes general coastal views
Go snorkeling among tropical fish and coral and learn about pirates and slavery in these historic Dutch and Danish outposts.

St. ThomasOpens in a new window and St. JohnOpens in a new window are neighboring islets with a fascinating history and splendid scenery. Pristine beaches flanked by palm trees and undulating forests surround the islands, which have landmarks that tell stories of pirates, slavery, cinnamon and rum. Embark on trails through the tropical vegetation and take photos of idyllic scenes of the islands through the foliage.

Among the highlights of St. Thomas is Magens BayOpens in a new window, a sprawling stretch of white sand with shacks where vendors rent out snorkeling gear and beach equipment. Bring your family to the calm waters of this beach, where you may encounter turtles and conch. Enter Coral World Ocean ParkOpens in a new window to swim with sharks, turtles and sea lions.

Spend time in the charming town of Charlotte AmalieOpens in a new window where you can visit interesting attractions such as the iconic Blackbeard’s CastleOpens in a new window. This 17th-century Danish watchtower is intertwined with pirate legends and today serves as part of a park with swimming pools and other historic buildings. Climb the famous 99 Steps leading up to the castle.

Take advantage of the year-round sunny, warm weather with a stay at the resort at St. John’s Caneel BayOpens in a new window. Staying here will give you access to the seven magical beaches the resort manages. Those not staying at the resort can still access the beaches for a fee. Go snorkeling to see the range of colorful fish and coral at Honeymoon BeachOpens in a new window, Hawksnest Beach and Caneel Beach.

Make your way east to Cinnamon BayOpens in a new window for even more excellent snorkeling conditions. Visit the adjacent Cinnamon Bay Plantation open-air museum to find out about slavery on the islands in the 18th-century. The plantation was run by Danish settlers who shipped slaves here from Africa.

St. Thomas and St. John are located in the northern section of the U.S. Virgin Islands, which sit just west of the British Virgin Islands and east of Puerto Rico. Arrive at the Cyril E. King Airport on the island of St. Thomas where you can get around by taxi or bus. Take a ferry from one of the ports in St. Thomas to reach St. John and other parts of the U.S. Virgin Islands.

A warm climate, stunning beaches and an intriguing past make St. Thomas and St. John interesting and idyllic destinations to visit while in the Caribbean.

Where to stay in St. Thomas and St. John

Cinnamon Bay showing forest scenes

Maho Bay Quarter

5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Maho Bay Quarter, Maho Beach and Cinnamon Bay Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Maho Bay Quarter
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Contant Farms

4/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Contant Farms, Great Cruz Bay and Turner Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Contant Farms
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Rendezvous & Ditleff

While visiting Rendezvous & Ditleff, you might make a stop by sights like Klein Bay and Rendezvous Bay.

Rendezvous & Ditleff
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Upper Carolina

While visiting Upper Carolina, you might make a stop by sights like Virgin Islands National Park and Ajax Peak.

Upper Carolina
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Lower Carolina

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Carolina and surrounding area, you can visit Johnson Bay and Virgin Islands National Park.

Lower Carolina
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Ditleff Point

While visiting Ditleff Point, you might make a stop by sights like Klein Bay and Rendezvous Bay.

Ditleff Point
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 NT$8,463 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
NT$8,463
NT$11,965 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in St. Thomas. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Property was beautiful (facilities and view) and the staff was excellent. Food was good except for the breakfast buffet. You will get almost this exact buffet at any average hotel you stay. The breakfast next door at The Buoy Haus is a decent option. Also, the beach at The Buoy Haus is awesome so ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/5

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 NT$7,742 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
NT$7,742
NT$8,709 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in St. Thomas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,164 reviews)
"Was wonderful.. met with margaritas .. the golf cart staff were fast and courteous.. loved Schneider!... would come again. Only downfall was the Sargassum which we knew about and no cable the whole week.. but we survived."

Reviewed on 2025/8/6

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 WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,366 reviews)
"Everything was great for me Will be back soon"

Reviewed on 2025/8/6

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.
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 WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,692 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 2025/7/26

Hilltop Villas at Bluebeard's Castle
Pirates Pension at Bluebeard's Castle

Pirates Pension at Bluebeard's Castle

3 out of 5
1331 Estate Taarneberg, Bluebeard Loop, St. Thomas, Charlotte Amalie
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in St. Thomas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (736 reviews)
"This is not really walkable to anything. The roads are too steep and there is not always a sidewalk. Front desks people were not friendly. They seemed bothered. Our unit 401 had about 4 flights of stairs to take to come and go. Daughter said sofa bed was not comfortable and lastly the noise (bands, ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/5

Pirates Pension 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 WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,162 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 2025/7/31

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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