Rob & Rebecca’s guidebook
Food scene
Live music most nights
Caribbean night is fantastic
Don't pass on the BBQ Ribs!
55 locals recommend
Iggies Beach Bar & Grill
7150 BolongoLive music most nights
Caribbean night is fantastic
Don't pass on the BBQ Ribs!
Mim's Seaside Bistro
Fresh Lobster!
Za Rock Pizza Kitchen
It's a great Pie
Fantastic small location for outside dining for all
My go-to for breakfast or lunch
Great outdoor family owned diner with outstanding food
frozen drinks both with and without alcohol
10 locals recommend
Bumpas Sandwich Shop
38-A Waterfront HighwayMy go-to for breakfast or lunch
Great outdoor family owned diner with outstanding food
frozen drinks both with and without alcohol
Sightseeing
Snorkeling - for first timers and all. You will see TONS of fish of all sort of varieties and colors. The beach features the whiter sands so the colors are spectacular. Don't forget to bring dog biscuits and camera for the fish!
104 locals recommend
Coki Beach
Snorkeling - for first timers and all. You will see TONS of fish of all sort of varieties and colors. The beach features the whiter sands so the colors are spectacular. Don't forget to bring dog biscuits and camera for the fish!
Known as one of the premier beaches of the world, this large beach is quite breathtaking. Water sports, playing in the ocean, snorkeling... you can do it all. I suggest snorkeling the Northern rock line and prepare to see Turtles!
257 locals recommend
Magens Bay Beach
Known as one of the premier beaches of the world, this large beach is quite breathtaking. Water sports, playing in the ocean, snorkeling... you can do it all. I suggest snorkeling the Northern rock line and prepare to see Turtles!
Great beach for families and couples. The beach is protected by land and tends to be calm and beautiful. Look for shells or snorkel plus it offers sporting activities as well.
51 locals recommend
Secret Harbor Beach
Great beach for families and couples. The beach is protected by land and tends to be calm and beautiful. Look for shells or snorkel plus it offers sporting activities as well.
Sea Turtles, Turtles and more Turtles. Bring your gear! Located on the Western side of St. Johns, as one local told me on our first visit...."if you don't see turtles, your eyes are closed"
45 locals recommend
Maho Bay Beach
Sea Turtles, Turtles and more Turtles. Bring your gear! Located on the Western side of St. Johns, as one local told me on our first visit...."if you don't see turtles, your eyes are closed"
Neighborhoods
Red Hook is lively. It features a number of bars and restaurants, plus other interests like chartering, groceries and the Ferries that take you to other Islands. This is where you find the Ferry to St. John. You can take a car ferry as well and I highly recommend doing so for a great day trip.
101 locals recommend
Red Hook
Red Hook is lively. It features a number of bars and restaurants, plus other interests like chartering, groceries and the Ferries that take you to other Islands. This is where you find the Ferry to St. John. You can take a car ferry as well and I highly recommend doing so for a great day trip.
Shopping galore. This is where you will find cruise ships coming in and with them, all the shopping you may want.
33 locals recommend
Havensight
Shopping galore. This is where you will find cruise ships coming in and with them, all the shopping you may want.
City/town information
Downtown Amalie features shopping of all sorts but boasts incredible amounts of jewelry stores and Tanzanite.
73 locals recommend
Charlotte Amalie
Downtown Amalie features shopping of all sorts but boasts incredible amounts of jewelry stores and Tanzanite.
City advice
Don't miss
Stop and smell the roses
You're on vacation. Take a deep breath and remember the little things. Explore the island, stop to check out a view, take a photo..... avoid saying... I wish would have....
Don't miss
St Johns Day Trip
St. Johns has an incredible number of pristine beaches. I highly suggest starting out at Maho and working your way back toward Cruz Bay. Don't forget to stop and see the views along the way!