Mountain Top, Magens Bay Beach & Vistas
Points of Interest
- Magens Bay
- Mountain Top
Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
What you will visit:
Mountain Top
St. Thomas' highest peak with its spectacular down island views of Magens Bay, the US and British Virgin Islands and overlooks of the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
Magens Bay Beach
Rated one of the top beaches in the world, the white sand and crystalline waters sparkle in the warm Caribbean sun which shines down upon Magens Bay Beach. This lovely one-mile stretch of coastline with calm, shallow waters is perfect for swimming and beachcombing. Concession stands offer water activities and food to purchase.
The Kongens (King's) Quarter is the former center of Danish colonial enterprise and the heart of the historic shopping district. Within it are landmark colonial manor houses, the 99steps, the 3 Queens Stature, the Fort and more.
Downtown Shopping
Set amongst historic structures and cobblestoned streets, St. Thomas is rated as the best duty-free shopping in the entire Caribbean. What you will see along the way: Skyline Drive. St. Thomas is mountainous and offers spectacular views, notably from Skyline Drive Overlook, a premiere spot for panoramic vistas of the harbor, Charlotte Amalie, Hassel Island, Water Island and more.
Photo Opportunity:
Mountain Top
St. Thomas' highest peak with its spectacular down island views of Magens Bay, the US and British Virgin Islands and overlooks of the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
Drake's Seat
Make sure you have your camera to capture the picture-perfect views from Drake's Seat, the lookout point at the top of one of St. Thomas's many mountains. This is where Sir Francis Drake was said to keep an eye out for pirates and invading naval ships approaching from the north via Drake's Passage, also bearing his name.
Shopping:
Just a short walk to Main Street brings you to the area's main shopping venue where you're free to shop at your leisure.
Special Notes:
Tour sequence may operate in reverse order. Your tour includes transportation from the ship and back to the ship and includes Main Street for recommended shopping. When you are finished with your free time of shopping, head back to the ship via your pre-arranged return transportation which will be via land or sea. Tour duration is approximately 4 to 6 hours depending upon your personal touring and shopping time. Wear a swimsuit and bring a towel. This tour is not suitable for wheelchairs, walkers and guest with walking difficulties.Child Price:
12 & under reducedDetails
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Depart pier and head for Skyline Drive and to Mountain Top for a photo stop.
- Transport type:
- Open-Air Vehicle
- Transport Capacity:
- 25
- Travel time:
- 00:20
- Inside visit:
- No
- Air conditioned:
- No
- Steps:
- 2
- Photo/video restrictions:
- No
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Spend Time at Mountain Top for Picturesque Views & Shopping
- Time at site:
- 00:25
- Inside visit:
- Yes
- Air conditioned:
- Yes
- Restroom available:
- Yes
- Shopping available:
- Yes
Scenic Drive to Magens Bay Beach
- Transport type:
- Open-Air Vehicle
- Transport Capacity:
- 25
- Travel time:
- 00:15
- Inside visit:
- No
- Air conditioned:
- No
- Steps:
- 2
- Wheelchair accessible:
- No
Free time at Magens Bay for swimming & relaxing
- Time at site:
- 02:00
- Free time at site:
- 120
- Inside visit:
- Yes
- Air conditioned:
- No
- Steps:
- 2
- Wheelchair accessible:
- No
- Restroom available:
- Yes
- Shopping available:
- Yes
Drive to Historic Kongens Quarter & Downtown
- Transport type:
- Open-Air Vehicle
- Transport Capacity:
- 25
- Travel time:
- 00:15
- Time at site:
- 02:00
- Inside visit:
- No
- Air conditioned:
- No
- Steps:
- 2
- Wheelchair accessible:
- No
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Downtown Shopping
- Time at site:
- 02:00
- Inside visit:
- Yes
- Wheelchair accessible:
- No
- Restroom available:
- Yes
- Shopping available:
- Yes
Return to Ship
- Transport type:
- Motorized Vessel
- Travel time:
- 00:15
- Inside visit:
- Yes
- Air conditioned:
- No
- Wheelchair accessible:
- No
- Restroom available:
- Yes