Guidebook for Charlotte Amalie
Food Scene
Quick and affordable eats and nice selection of coffee.
13 locals recommend
Frenchtown Deli & Coffee Shop
Rue De Saint BarthelemyQuick and affordable eats and nice selection of coffee.
Affordable American fare and great place to people watch. Gourmet Gallery grocery next door. Plus boat dock and shops.
22 locals recommend
Tickles Dockside Pub
8168 Crown Bay MarinaAffordable American fare and great place to people watch. Gourmet Gallery grocery next door. Plus boat dock and shops.
A mix of Caribbean and traditional American fare. Grab a bite to eat before or after your day trip to the British Virgin Islands or the seaplane to St. Croix. Mix and mingle with locals and tourists. A short drive from the condo (and you can see the pier from the balconies).
27 locals recommend
Petite Pump Room
3400 Veterans DrA mix of Caribbean and traditional American fare. Grab a bite to eat before or after your day trip to the British Virgin Islands or the seaplane to St. Croix. Mix and mingle with locals and tourists. A short drive from the condo (and you can see the pier from the balconies).
Restaurant with food as rich as its history. This is fine dining in historic Frenchtown just a short drive away from the condo.
68 locals recommend
Oceana Restaurant & Bistro
8 HondurasRestaurant with food as rich as its history. This is fine dining in historic Frenchtown just a short drive away from the condo.
Great little place to hang out near the water, right where luxury yachts park during the winter. Mix and mingle with yacht crews and other visitors. Stick around for the
6 locals recommend
Fat Turtle
Route 30Great little place to hang out near the water, right where luxury yachts park during the winter. Mix and mingle with yacht crews and other visitors. Stick around for the
Best. Lobster. Ever! This is between Havensite/Waterfront and Red Hook/East End. The restaurant is next to condos, and the beach. Head over to Iggie's next door for great music and dancing.
34 locals recommend
Mim's Seaside Bistro
Best. Lobster. Ever! This is between Havensite/Waterfront and Red Hook/East End. The restaurant is next to condos, and the beach. Head over to Iggie's next door for great music and dancing.
This restaurant is right next to the ferry dock, with a great view of the water, so it is a convenient spot to get a bite to eat and tropical drinks before you take the ferry back to St. Thomas. Keep in mind that food prices on St. John are generally higher than St. Thomas.
13 locals recommend
High Tide
This restaurant is right next to the ferry dock, with a great view of the water, so it is a convenient spot to get a bite to eat and tropical drinks before you take the ferry back to St. Thomas. Keep in mind that food prices on St. John are generally higher than St. Thomas.
The best place to enjoy authentic Virgin Islands dishes. Locals and visitors love this restaurant, and it reflects in their Trip Advisor ratings. Try the catch of the day or some conch in butter sauce with a side of fungi ("foon-jee" similar to polenta) and green banana. Delicious!!
Cuzzin's Caribbean Restaurant & Bar
Wimmelskafts GadeThe best place to enjoy authentic Virgin Islands dishes. Locals and visitors love this restaurant, and it reflects in their Trip Advisor ratings. Try the catch of the day or some conch in butter sauce with a side of fungi ("foon-jee" similar to polenta) and green banana. Delicious!!
Head to the Crown Bay Marina, where the other cruise ships dock. Newly built shopping area with replica of historic windmill. Stop by Scoops and Brews for gelatos, sorbetos and coffee after your afternoon beach break. Yum!
9 locals recommend
Scoops & Brew
Head to the Crown Bay Marina, where the other cruise ships dock. Newly built shopping area with replica of historic windmill. Stop by Scoops and Brews for gelatos, sorbetos and coffee after your afternoon beach break. Yum!
Essentials
If you need snacks, groceries to cook, or other small essentials, this is the nearest supermarket, less than 10 minutes from the condo. Unlike parts of the states, you can buy rum at the grocery store. Rum prices are generally less expensive than at the airport.
19 locals recommend
Pueblo Super Market at Subbase
Veterans DriveIf you need snacks, groceries to cook, or other small essentials, this is the nearest supermarket, less than 10 minutes from the condo. Unlike parts of the states, you can buy rum at the grocery store. Rum prices are generally less expensive than at the airport.
You can get groceries, souvenirs, rum and other essentials there. One stop shopping, although a bit further away from the condo.
25 locals recommend
Kmart
You can get groceries, souvenirs, rum and other essentials there. One stop shopping, although a bit further away from the condo.
Sightseeing
This attraction is a "must see". Ride the tram high above the trees all the way up to Paradise Point restaurant. See some of the most breathtaking views of the St. Thomas harbor. See the performing parrots and stay awhile for a bite to eat and drinks.
88 locals recommend
Skyride to Paradise Point
This attraction is a "must see". Ride the tram high above the trees all the way up to Paradise Point restaurant. See some of the most breathtaking views of the St. Thomas harbor. See the performing parrots and stay awhile for a bite to eat and drinks.
Take an islands tour and stop at Mountain Top to catch the most stunning views of heart-shaped Magens Bay from high up on Crown Mountain.
25 locals recommend
Mountain Top (St. Thomas)
Crown Mountain RoadTake an islands tour and stop at Mountain Top to catch the most stunning views of heart-shaped Magens Bay from high up on Crown Mountain.
Another perfect spot for viewing beautiful Magen's Bay. Popular location for taking pictures. Right across the street (watch out for passing cars!) is the spot on the hillside where Sir Francis Drake is rumored to have been on the lookout for enemy ships.
72 locals recommend
Drake's Seat
Route 37Another perfect spot for viewing beautiful Magen's Bay. Popular location for taking pictures. Right across the street (watch out for passing cars!) is the spot on the hillside where Sir Francis Drake is rumored to have been on the lookout for enemy ships.
Right around the corner from Drake's Seat is Skyline Drive. A lookout point was built to give visitors a head-on view of the harbor. View the blue waters, cruise ships and boats. Fantastic stop on the way to Magen's Bay. Watch out for traffic since the lookout is on a busy road.
Skyline Drive
Skyline DriveRight around the corner from Drake's Seat is Skyline Drive. A lookout point was built to give visitors a head-on view of the harbor. View the blue waters, cruise ships and boats. Fantastic stop on the way to Magen's Bay. Watch out for traffic since the lookout is on a busy road.
I just learned about Caribbean Buzz Helicopters so I have not taken a ride yet. But OMGee, check out the pics on their Facebook page Caribbean-Buzz-Helicopters. The pictures from the trips will amaze you!! I was speechless at the views from the sky. Thinking about something different to do? This is it!
Caribbean Buzz Helicopters
I just learned about Caribbean Buzz Helicopters so I have not taken a ride yet. But OMGee, check out the pics on their Facebook page Caribbean-Buzz-Helicopters. The pictures from the trips will amaze you!! I was speechless at the views from the sky. Thinking about something different to do? This is it!
Shopping
Main tourist shopping district. Great selection of jewelry, electronics, wine, rum, souvenirs, etc., all duty free. Ask about rum export rules.
11 locals recommend
Main Street
Main StreetMain tourist shopping district. Great selection of jewelry, electronics, wine, rum, souvenirs, etc., all duty free. Ask about rum export rules.
Luxury yachts dock at this port surrounded by shops. Adjoins the Havensite cruise ship dock with lots of shops and restaurants to choose from.
56 locals recommend
Yacht Haven Grande
Luxury yachts dock at this port surrounded by shops. Adjoins the Havensite cruise ship dock with lots of shops and restaurants to choose from.
Local vendors have tents and sell a variety of both handmade crafts and made-for-resale goods.
6 locals recommend
Vendor's Plaza
Veterans DriveLocal vendors have tents and sell a variety of both handmade crafts and made-for-resale goods.
Shopping mall similar to Havensite. Cruise ships also dock near here so expect shops with souvenirs and duty free items (perfume, electronics, rum).
Crown Bay Center
Shopping mall similar to Havensite. Cruise ships also dock near here so expect shops with souvenirs and duty free items (perfume, electronics, rum).
Shopping mall similar to Crown Bay Marina Mall. Cruise ships dock near here so expect shops with souvenirs and duty free items (perfume, jewelry, electronics, rum). There are a variety of restaurants in this area that serve America fare (Hooters, Shipwreck Tavern), Asian, and more.
39 locals recommend
Havensight Mall
Shopping mall similar to Crown Bay Marina Mall. Cruise ships dock near here so expect shops with souvenirs and duty free items (perfume, jewelry, electronics, rum). There are a variety of restaurants in this area that serve America fare (Hooters, Shipwreck Tavern), Asian, and more.
Arts & Culture
Historic pavilion where slaves were bought and sold. Now used for local cultural events.
13 locals recommend
Emancipation Garden
Historic pavilion where slaves were bought and sold. Now used for local cultural events.
Historical red building that is featured in several promotional photos. Was used as slave holding quarters. Check for tour availability.
41 locals recommend
Fort Christian
Forts StraedeHistorical red building that is featured in several promotional photos. Was used as slave holding quarters. Check for tour availability.
Another historical location, where slaves were bought and sold. Other public events were held there. Now used for local events and Saturday morning Farmer's Market.
15 locals recommend
Rothschild Francis Market Square
Strand GadeAnother historical location, where slaves were bought and sold. Other public events were held there. Now used for local events and Saturday morning Farmer's Market.
Not a tourist spot, but it is my alma mater. ;-) There is a golf course, soccer field, and Brewer's Bay beach that are part of the campus.
UVICELL Center St. Thomas
2 John Brewers BayNot a tourist spot, but it is my alma mater. ;-) There is a golf course, soccer field, and Brewer's Bay beach that are part of the campus.
Parks & Nature
Once voted as "one of the most beautiful beaches in the world". There is a small entry fee to get in. You will need a car or taxi to get there.
257 locals recommend
Magens Bay Beach
Once voted as "one of the most beautiful beaches in the world". There is a small entry fee to get in. You will need a car or taxi to get there.
If you don't feel like going straight to the condo when you arrive, this beach is just a few minutes from the airport. Next to the University of the Virgin Islands. Nice location to see small fish.
70 locals recommend
Brewers Bay Beach
If you don't feel like going straight to the condo when you arrive, this beach is just a few minutes from the airport. Next to the University of the Virgin Islands. Nice location to see small fish.
This beach is literally across the street from the airport runway. Unwind before heading to the condo. There are 2 hotels at each end of the beach but beaches are public.
19 locals recommend
Lindbergh Bay Beach
Rte 302This beach is literally across the street from the airport runway. Unwind before heading to the condo. There are 2 hotels at each end of the beach but beaches are public.
Water Island is now "officially" one of the main US Virgin Islands. It's so close you can see it from the condo and waterfront. Go to Tickles in Crown Bay Marina to ask about the pickup location and schedule. Great getaway beach spot.
25 locals recommend
Honeymoon Beach
Salomon Bay RoadWater Island is now "officially" one of the main US Virgin Islands. It's so close you can see it from the condo and waterfront. Go to Tickles in Crown Bay Marina to ask about the pickup location and schedule. Great getaway beach spot.
The most popular beach on St. John. It has snorkel trails, so plan ahead if you would like to do this.
69 locals recommend
Trunk Bay
The most popular beach on St. John. It has snorkel trails, so plan ahead if you would like to do this.
Coral World located on the East End is great place to see a cross section of the various types of marine life around the Virgin Islands. Hold starfish and sea cucumbers in the touch pool, and see reef sharks and fish in the underwater observatory.
11 locals recommend
Coral World Observatory Tower
Coral World located on the East End is great place to see a cross section of the various types of marine life around the Virgin Islands. Hold starfish and sea cucumbers in the touch pool, and see reef sharks and fish in the underwater observatory.
Because I visited here often as a child. Coki Beach has clear waters and little fish that swim around your feet. Take pics here and send home to your friends to make them jealous. Adjacent is the Coral World Marine Park & Underwater Observatory.
31 locals recommend
Coki Point Beach
Coki Point RoadBecause I visited here often as a child. Coki Beach has clear waters and little fish that swim around your feet. Take pics here and send home to your friends to make them jealous. Adjacent is the Coral World Marine Park & Underwater Observatory.
Drinks & Nightlife
Yeah, it's a restaurant, but everyone goes there to party with Happy Hour every day. Any cruise passengers left stranded by their ships were probably hanging out at the Greenhouse and lost track of time. Just off Main Street. A short drive from the condo. You might have to park within a block or two, but well worth the walk.
41 locals recommend
The Green House
Yeah, it's a restaurant, but everyone goes there to party with Happy Hour every day. Any cruise passengers left stranded by their ships were probably hanging out at the Greenhouse and lost track of time. Just off Main Street. A short drive from the condo. You might have to park within a block or two, but well worth the walk.
You never know who you will run into at Iggie's. Stevie Wonder had an impromptu "concert" during his visit. Great spot to hang out, and dance, dance, dance! At Bolongo Bay Resort next door to The Lobster Grille.
55 locals recommend
Iggies Beach Bar & Grill
7150 BolongoYou never know who you will run into at Iggie's. Stevie Wonder had an impromptu "concert" during his visit. Great spot to hang out, and dance, dance, dance! At Bolongo Bay Resort next door to The Lobster Grille.
Visit the best parking lot bar in the Caribbean where locals and visitors hang out. Unwind there after returning from your ferry trip St. John or the British Virgin Islands from the Red Hook dock on the East End.
94 locals recommend
Duffy's Love Shack
6500 Red Hook RdVisit the best parking lot bar in the Caribbean where locals and visitors hang out. Unwind there after returning from your ferry trip St. John or the British Virgin Islands from the Red Hook dock on the East End.
Brand new vacation resort on St. Thomas is a fitting home for the region that inspired Jimmy Buffet's iconic songs. Get a Cheeseburger in Paradise at the Margaritaville restaurant. Make sure to call ahead as this restaurant and resort is new and growing in popularity with visitors.
Wyndham Margaritaville St. Thomas
Brand new vacation resort on St. Thomas is a fitting home for the region that inspired Jimmy Buffet's iconic songs. Get a Cheeseburger in Paradise at the Margaritaville restaurant. Make sure to call ahead as this restaurant and resort is new and growing in popularity with visitors.
Get affordable American fare at Hooters and other restaurants in Buccaneer Mall, near the cruise ship dock in Havensight. Look out from the balconies and you can see where the ships are. Head down to the sports bar at Hooters and never miss a sports event even while on vacation.
Buccaneer Mall
Get affordable American fare at Hooters and other restaurants in Buccaneer Mall, near the cruise ship dock in Havensight. Look out from the balconies and you can see where the ships are. Head down to the sports bar at Hooters and never miss a sports event even while on vacation.