Things to Do in St. Thomas/St. John:
Charlotte Amalie
Find great bargains in the primary St. Thomas shopping area. Discover sparkling jewelry, distinctive European china, elegant and casual clothing, and collectible local crafts in this bustling part of town.
Blackbeard's Castle
Check out this popular restaurant with its panoramic view. Originally known as "Skytsborg," its watchtower is over 300 years old and home to pirates — including the infamous Blackbeard — in the 18th century.
Fort Christian
Explore Fort Christian, the oldest standing structure in the Virgin Islands. This handsome brick fortress, built on the harbor in 1672, is now the home of the Virgin Islands Museum, where memorabilia and maps trace St. Thomas' history.
Seven Arches Museum
Take a glimpse into the lifestyle of the island's Danish ancestors in the 18th century. Visit this marvelous museum, once a private home with slaves' quarters, now fully restored and furnished in Danish West Indian style.
Government House
Visit one of the island's most popular historic sites, the stately white structure which has represented the center of official life in St. Thomas since the 1860s. The first two floors offer fascinating artifacts of local political history. |
Welcome to Charlotte Amalie, the heart of Caribbean shopping - and the capital of St. Thomas. Here, charming shops line the ocean-side vista, tempting you with everything from the exotic to the surprising. The island invites you to play on white-sand beaches. Explore ancient mysteries. Soak in tropical beauty on a biking tour. Play a round of golf at one of the most beautiful courses in the West Indies. Scuba dive through spectacular living reefs. Or set out on an excursion to experience the charms of the smallest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. John - where warm waters welcome you to windsurf, parasail or master the waves on a kayak built for two.