Things to do in St Thomas

Why go to St Thomas

• Magens Bay Beach

  Consistently ranked one of the world's most beautiful beaches, with calm turquoise water perfect for swimming.

• Buck Island & Turtle Cove Snorkeling

  Crystal-clear waters teeming with sea turtles and vibrant coral just off the coast.

• Charlotte Amalie Historic District

  A colorful Danish colonial waterfront town packed with duty-free shops, forts, and 18th-century architecture.

• Skyride to Paradise Point

  A gondola ride offering jaw-dropping panoramic views over the harbor and surrounding islands.

• St John Day Trip (Virgin Islands National Park)

  A 20-minute ferry to a pristine national park covering two-thirds of the island, with legendary Trunk Bay.

Good to know in St Thomas

• Transit: Dollar Safari (shared open-air taxi trucks) runs set routes for $1-3 per ride, flag one down on main roads instead of taking private taxis which can charge $10-20 for short trips.
• Tipping: Standard U.S. tipping norms apply, 18-20% at restaurants; tip taxi drivers $1-2 per bag.
• Tap water: Tap water in St Thomas is generally safe to drink as it meets U.S. EPA standards, though many locals prefer filtered or bottled water due to cistern sourcing.
• Free-entry days: Trunk Bay in St John (part of Virgin Islands National Park) is free on days when the fee station is unstaffed, typically early morning arrivals; America the Beautiful passes are honored.

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