St. John
Experience the Best of "Love City" St. John
Home to the Virgin Islands National Park which protects over 7,000 acres of the 12,500 acre island. It offers visitors a unique opportunity to enjoy and appreciate the beautiful natural resources of the island.
Cruz Bay is the main town on St. John and is the location of the ferry docks which connect St. John to St. Thomas. Resorts and vacation villas are found largely in and close to Cruz Bay and Coral Bay.
Cruz Bay & Coral Bay have restaurants, shops, grocery stores and other businesses that cater to the residents and visitors.
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About St. John, Virgin Islands
The Virgin Islands National Park on St. John includes beaches that can be rated on a scale where 1 equals beautiful and 10 is totally awesome. It includes hiking trails in forests, past historical sugar plantation ruins, around salt ponds, over hills and through valleys. Park rangers offer programs and talks including bird watching, hikes and cultural demonstrations.
Many visitors to St. John report getting hooked. Some comment that while still on vacation they are already figuring out when they can come back! They are hooked on the relaxing pace of things on St. John, on the opportunities for snorkeling, island hopping, windsurfing, sailing, shopping, dining, and on the beauty of the National Park.
St. Thomas is the gateway to St. John which does not have an airport. Regular ferry service connects the two islands. St. John is an easy day trip for visitors staying on St. Thomas.
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Places to Stay
Hotels, Guest Houses & Villas. Find the perfect place to stay on your St. John vacation.
Accomadation List
Restaurants
Experienced chefs create mouth-watering entrees, often offering a large selection from continental cuisine to French, Italian and Caribbean foods.
Restaurant Options
Car Rental
Renting a car is the best way to see the whole island at your own pace. Just remember we drive on the left and watch out for the donkeys.
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Taxis & Rates
Taxis are a popular transportation choice for visitors to St. John. Find rates and private taxi options.
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Things To Do & See
St. John in the Virgin Islands is a great vacation place with lovely beaches. You can do fun things like sailing, snorkeling, taking island tours, and hiking. If you like adventure, try parasailing, scuba diving, or fishing. St. John has something for everyone.
Activites
SUP & Kayak Excursions
The Virgin Islands National Park’s beaches, coral reefs, historic ruins and hiking trails provide endless hours of exploration. More
Sailing Excursions
The USVI are well known for sailing; the weather and scenery offer perfect conditions. More
Snorkeling & Snuba
From new, never snorkeled before to seasoned snorkelers there is something for everyone. More
Parasailing & Jet Boats
Enjoy the excitement and thrill of flying in the sky taking in a great bird’s eye view. More
Island Tours
Take a guided island tour of St. John. Enjoy scenic views, visit historic sites and learn about St. John. More
Hiking Tours
The Park offers over 20 hiking trails that vary in length, difficulty, scenery, and terrain. More
Attractions
St. John has the Virgin Islands National park that will leave you breathless plus endless hiking and the quint town of Cruz Bay.
Island Hopping
The Virgin Islands, including both the US and the British islands, are made up of more than 120 islands, cays and islets. Read more
St. Croix Ferry
Island hop between the big island of St. Croix and its sister island St. John by ferry.
More InformationBeaches, shopping, and & Nightlife
What to See Around St. John
Beach Guide
Find the Perfect Beach: St. John has over 15 major beaches along its sun-drenched coasts. Read More
Nightlife & Bars
If ‘chilling out’ is your type of ambiance than you will enjoy the small bars and open air ‘watering holes’ of St. John. Read More
Shopping
Shops and boutiques on St. John are well known for unique items like handmade jewelry, local crafts and paintings. Read More
Groceries, Real Estate & Weddings
St. John Island Services
Groceries & Catering
A villa provisioning company can prepare a welcome basket, stock your refrigerator and even get you started with your first night’s dinner! Read More
Real Estate
The real estate market on St. John includes houses, land, condos, timeshare and commercial properties. Read More
Wedding Planning
Does your dream wedding take place on a secluded beach? How about at sunset with steel pan music playing? Or perhaps on a sailboat! Read More
Plantations, Beaches & Hiking
Explore the Virgin Islands National Park
The Virgin Islands National Park on St. John encompasses miles of lush forest, historic plantation ruins, pristine beaches and coral reefs teeming with marine life.
Top Beaches
St. John beaches are a top attraction for swimming & snorkeling.
The Virgin Islands National Park on St. John offers an assortment of unique hiking trails. Over 20+ different hikes, here is some of our favorites.
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Latest Blog Posts on St.John Travel
Essentials for First Time Snorkelers in the Virgin Islands
Snorkeling in the Virgin Islands is an amazing experience. There is plenty to see underwater, it is a relatively easy activity, and it requires little gear. There is however a small learning curve to snorkeling, so take a few minutes to read through the following snorkeling tips. They will help ensure that the first- time…
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Six Tips for First Time Snorkelers in the Virgin Islands
Snorkeling is a popular vacation activity in the Virgin Islands. Acres of coral reef form an ecosystem that supports a large variety of marine life and plants around the islands. Both novice and experienced snorkelers can enjoy snorkeling in the US Virgin Islands. You can go snorkeling on your own from a beach or go…
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St. John Snorkeling Update Part 2
Snorkeling is one of the top activities in the St. John National Park. The island's waters support fascinating coral reefs, mangroves, sea grass meadows and more. Kelli, a St. John enthusiast and avid diver gives us this snorkeling report. Part 2 This is Part 2 of Kelli's photos and comments on snorkeling on St. John…
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