These are the best things to do on St. John, according to experts.
Tongue-in-cheek moniker aside, St. John’s true richness lies in both its human-made luxuries and its natural ones.
Here are their recommendations for the best things to do on St. John.
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Explore Virgin Islands National Park.
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Celebrate St. John Carnival.
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Spot Taino petroglyphs.
There’s no need to visit a museum in St. John.
Relax at a private villa.
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Visit a floating taco bar.
What could be better than snacking on tacos from the warm waters of the Caribbean?
It’s just as dreamy as it sounds.
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Coral Bay and Mongoose Junction are the island’s other shopping destinations.
Dive at Eagle Shoals.
Eagle Shoals is a memorable dive site, complete with a dramatic cave known as the Cathedral.
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St. John has plenty to offer beneath the waves, even for those who aren’t divers.
Try local island dishes.
Roadside spots serve up favorites like barbeque and the national dish of fish and fungi.
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Camp on the beach.
Visit the historic Annaberg Sugar Plantation.
Open daily and administered by the National Park Service, the plantation offers free entry to all.
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Snorkel at a unique wreck site.
Dozens of beaches dot the island of St. John, but local experts recommend Cinnamon Bay Beach for snorkelers.
“I like to recommend [Cinnamon Bay Beach] due to its unique snorkeling options.
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Explore the island on foot.
Miles of trails crisscross St. John, making the island a paradise for avid hikers and beginners alike.
Lind Point Trail offers impressive vistas on its 2.3-mile route from Cruz Bay to Salomon Beach and Honeymoon Beach.
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Ram Head Trail is a bit more challenging but offers even more spectacular views.
Enjoy live music at Miss Lucy’s.
Sip a painkiller cocktail.
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The painkiller is a staple on nearly every cocktail menu on St. John.
Spot sea turtles at Maho Bay Beach.
Sail around St. John and beyond.
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Meditate with ocean views.
Catch an exhibit at Bajo El Sol.
Get a bird’s-eye view on North Shore Road.
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Vistas overlooking Trunk Bay, Maho Bay, and Caneel Bay make for an unforgettable drive.
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