What to do in St. Thomas

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Blackbeard\'s Castle showing landscape views and a coastal town

St. Thomas Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that St. Thomas has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

St. Thomas is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in St. Thomas to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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St. Thomas Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Magens Bay Beach

The sublime Magens Bay is often considered the best of the spectacular beaches on the island of St. Thomas. Its stretch of white sand runs for 4,000 feet (1.2 kilometers), encompassing views of the undulating green hills and palm trees surrounding it.

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2. Sapphire Beach

Unwind on the sand with a cold beer or swim in the turquoise water that meets the shoreline of Sapphire Beach. Snorkel with bright, tropical fish and skim over the waves on a windsurfing board.

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Sapphire Beach which includes a sandy beach and tropical scenes

3. Coki Point Beach

With miles of pristine coastline on St. Thomas, choosing which beach to go to can be a difficult decision. Coki Beach, with its wide range of facilities and picturesque white sands, is an obvious front-runner. Sip your favorite cocktail while you sunbathe and sample some sweet Caribbean snacks. Swim through shimmering water full of tropical fish or learn how to dive with expert instructors at the nearby diving school.

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Coki Beach showing a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

4. Coral World Ocean Park

Coral World Ocean Park showcases the creatures of the Caribbean Sea and beyond. Swim with sea lions, touch turtles and examine coral reef from the underwater observatory tower.

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Coral World Ocean Park featuring general coastal views and marine life as well as a small group of people

5. Smith Bay Beach

With gold sands and sparkling blue waters, Lindquist Beach is a true tropical paradise and one of the most picture-perfect coves in the Virgin Islands. Swim in the sea with schools of iridescent fish or simply lie back beneath the shade of the trees and enjoy this blissful part of the coastline.

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Smith Bay Beach showing a beach as well as an individual child

6. Blackbeard's Castle

The 17th-century watchtower known as Blackbeard’s Castle is among the most iconic historical sites on the U.S. Virgin Islands. Built by Danish settlers to protect the harbor and Fort Christian, the tower today is part of Skytsborg Historical Park. Go to the tower’s viewing platform to enjoy the commanding vista of the bay and the coastline from the highest part of Government Hill in the city of Charlotte Amalie.

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Blackbeard\'s Castle featuring island views

Recommended things to do in St. Thomas

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Top 5 things to do	Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel & Sail Adventure at Little Buck Island St. Th... Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville The Baths and White Bay St Thomas Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour St Thomas Shore Excursion: Shopping, Sightseeing and Beach Tour
Half-day tours	Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel & Sail Adventure at Little Buck Island St. Th... Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville St Thomas Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour Sunset & Harbour Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Starters
With kids	Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel & Sail Adventure at Little Buck Island St. Th... Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville The Baths and White Bay St Thomas Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour Snorkel St. John Tour from Sapphire and Margaritaville

Discover the most popular places to visit in St. Thomas

Magens Bay Beach

5/5(8 reviews)

Appreciate the excellent views of hilly forests as you meander along a scenic trail on your way to this haven of white sand and inviting water.

Sapphire Beach

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy sunbathing, swimming and fun-filled watersports at this peaceful arched bay.

Coki Point Beach

4/5(5 reviews)

Ample facilities and warm hospitality combine to make this one of the most appealing beaches on the island.

Bolongo Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bolongo Bay during your travels in South Coast. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Secret Harbour Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Secret Harbour Beach during your travels in Nazareth? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Coral World Ocean Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Interact with tropical marine life, come face-to-face with sharks and discover aquariums full of colorful underwater creatures at this ocean park.

Smith Bay Beach

5/5(2 reviews)

Few beaches in the U.S. Virgin Islands can rival the serene location and untouched splendor of this picturesque strip.

Blackbeard's Castle

2.5/5(4 reviews)

Learn the legend of the infamous pirate at this scenic complex set around a historic Danish tower in an area known as the Williamsburg of the Caribbean.

Magens Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Magens Bay during your travels in St. Thomas. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this romantic area.

Explore areas of St. Thomas

Green Cay Plantation

Though Green Cay Plantation might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bolongo Bay and Frenchman's Bay.

Rosendal

While Rosendal might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mahogany Run Golf Course and Grand Hotel.

Bellevue

While Bellevue might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Havensight Mall and Morningstar Beach.