Downtown Philipsburg
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Popular places to visit

Museum of Sint Maarten
Discover where the native population originally came from and learn about major events in the island’s colonial, social and natural past.

Philipsburg Courthouse
Philipsburg Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this romantic area.

Front Street District
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Front Street District during your trip to Philipsburg.

Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit during your trip to Philipsburg. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Great Bay Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Great Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Philipsburg. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Philipsburg Boardwalk
Philipsburg Boardwalk is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Things to do

High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths

Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts

Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line

Half Day Snorkeling Adventure

Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar

St-Martin and St Maarten: Sightseeing Tour of the French and Dutch Sides of the Island
Downtown Philipsburg Hotel Deals

Seaview Beach Hotel
The room was small it’s an old but clean resort.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Holland House Beach Hotel
Amazing staff that always make you feels like home
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

The Pasanggrahan Royal Boutique Hotel
We found the entrance area, the reception and the veranda tables shabby. The toilets were neglected and seemed to be used as a storage area. Although the staff were pleasant we did not feel it was where we wanted to stay and cancelled our booking. In addition, the pictures of the beach were misleading, ...
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Horizon View Beach Hotel
Good location, on boardwalk, with a view of the water, and very spacious rooms. It is an older hotel and our kitchen and appliances were not in great shape. The photos online looked way better than our room's reality.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Alicia's Inn
Alicia's Inn went above and beyond for us. We had issues with our flights and they were able to move our reservation and just helped us so much. Barbara is a gem! Location is super close to the beach as well.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Sea Palace
Both rooms wr had were on the low side of ok. The tile showers had broken tile around the sides of the entry edges. Doors didnt close properly from warping. The build is in need of an over hall. The staff was kind. But island time is a real thing. Our check in was supposed to be a 4 pm. I believe ...
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Philipsburg

Madame's Estate
Though Madame's Estate might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.

Fort William
While Fort William might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.

Hope Estate
While Hope Estate might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum of Sint Maarten and Guana Bay Beach.

Vineyard
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vineyard and surrounding area, you can visit Museum of Sint Maarten and Port of St. Maarten.

Sucker Garden
Sucker Garden might not have many top sights, but Guana Bay Beach and Guana Bay are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Belair
While Belair isn't home to many top sights, Little Bay Beach and Great Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

