St. Thomas Route: 10 Best Things To See and Do
Explore St. Thomas's top attractions on this 10-point route covering pristine beaches like Magens Bay and Trunk Bay, cultural landmarks including Charlotte Amalie and the historic 99 Steps, and scenic viewpoints from Mountain Top and Paradise Point via Skyride. The itinerary also includes Coral World Ocean Park for marine life encounters and a day trip to nearby St. John.
- Distance
- 18265.2 km
- Mode
- route
- Start
- St. Thomas Travel Guide
- End
- Skyride to Paradise Point
- Stops
- 10
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- St. Thomas Travel Guide — Caribbean island destination offering pristine beaches, historic colonial architecture, and duty-free shopping in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
- Relax at Magens Bay Beach
- Visit Charlotte Amalie — Historic capital city featuring colorful Danish colonial buildings, waterfront markets, and centuries-old Fort Christian overlooking the harbor.
- Take a Day Trip to St. John
- Enjoy the Views from Mountain Top — Highest point on St. Thomas providing panoramic vistas of three Caribbean islands and the surrounding turquoise waters.
- Visit Coral World Ocean Park
- Enjoy a Beachside Dinner — Waterfront restaurants along St. Thomas beaches serve fresh seafood and Caribbean cuisine with sunset dining views.
- 99 Steps — Historic stone staircase tucked into town.
- Trunk Bay — Most famous beach on St. John, great for swimming, relaxing, and snorkeling.
- Skyride to Paradise Point — Cable car experience taking visitors up the hillside with elevated views.
Useful for your trip
- Tip
- Magens Bay Beach has calm water like a lake, making it perfect for weak swimmers. The beach is long and curved, so it doesn't feel crowded even when busy.
- Tip
- At Magens Bay Beach, you can rent chairs and buy food/drinks without planning ahead. You can spend hours switching between swimming and sitting in the shade.
- Tip
- Charlotte Amalie has a mix of tourist shops and local spots. Walk the waterfront area and visit the historic 99 Steps stone staircase for more character.
- Transport
- Take a short ferry ride from St. Thomas to St. John for a quieter, less developed experience with clearer water and natural feel.
- Tip
- Trunk Bay in St. John is famous for swimming, relaxing, and snorkeling. Sometimes you'll see donkeys or deer on the beach.
- Tip
- Visit Annabberg Sugar Plantation (18th century) within Virgin Islands National Park on St. John for amazing views and peaceful atmosphere with short hikes.
- Tip
- Mountain Top is one of the highest points with excellent views. Drive up, walk a short distance, and there's a shop and bar at the top.
- Tip
- Coral World Ocean Park has an underwater observation area to see ocean life without getting wet, and underwater walking tours with helmets available.
- Tip
- Coki Beach next to Coral World has super clear water and is one of the best spots for easy snorkeling from the shore with convenient food stands and gear rental.
- Tip
- Sky Ride to Paradise Point is a cable car up a hillside with views over St. Thomas. At the top there's a viewing area, restaurant, and seating to enjoy scenery.
- Transport
- Book snorkeling or sailing boat tours around St. Thomas. Tours handle everything, include calm beginner-friendly snorkeling, and often provide drinks and snacks.
- Food
- Have dinner at waterfront restaurants like Sunset Grill at Secret Harbor to sit outside, enjoy ocean breeze, and make the evening feel special.
Video on this route
10 Best Things To Do In ST. THOMAS (U.S. Virgin Islands)