Things to do in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

August 12, 2021 Kaleigh Reichenbach

Like all of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Thomas has plenty of opportunities to lounge on the beach, splash in the sea, or amp it up with watersports. It also boasts a bountiful duty-free shopping scene – just be prepared to brave the cruise ship crowds. Charlotte Amalie swells with Danish colonial architecture and pirate legend. Shiver ye timbers at Blackbeard’s Castle, then work up an appetite by climbing the historic 99 Steps, constructed from the ballast bricks of 18th century Danish ships.
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1. Private St Thomas Customized Tour

Havensight Point, St Thomas 00802, USVI Godfrey Tours
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Charter our tour services for your private event, weddings, birthday or company trip. We customize all trips per your specifications. Our basic package includes a day of shopping, sightseeing, and time at the beach. Time available for this private tour is 5 - 7 hours.

Inclusions: Complimentary Drink, Bottled water, WiFi on board, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By rwalther

The day before my tour, I reached out to make sure the tour was still on as I hadn’t gotten any confirmation. They texted me late in the evening saying they would be picking me up 15 minutes early. The morning of the tour, the pickup time came and went. I reached out to them and they were like “Oh yeah, we forgot you. We didn’t have time to come get you”. What??? The tour guide told me to get a cab to meet them at a location downtown. The whole pickup experience was ridiculous. I was able to connect with the group downtown and the guide reimbursed me for the cab, but it was not a good start to my day and I missed an hour of the experience. The same had happened to other people as well. If you don’t have time to pick someone up, tell them earlier, don’t offer it was part of the tour, or leave enough time to pick everyone up. I do not recommend this tour.

2. Two-Hour Sightseeing Excursion

Brenda And Franko's Fun Tours
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Even though our Tourism product is in jeopardy as we speak, it still remains that powerful engine that drives this economy. Brenda and Franko's Fun Tours are committed to ensure a safe and enjoyable tour experience. Learn what makes us tick as we share with you our history, culture and experience why the Virgin Islands are nice, soooo nice!!

Inclusions: Hand sanitizer, water

Exclusions: Food and snacks are not provided in this excursion., This excursion doesn't include fees or charges for Beach entrances or other exhibits or attractions.

Reviewed By rochelleaguilera

Brenda was fantastic! We went for a tour and used the taco service. I would highly recommend them to anyone!

3. Sightseeing and Swimming Excursion

Brenda And Franko's Fun Tours
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Explore both land and sea during this 3 to 4-hour excursion around beautiful St. Thomas. Join the fun as we visit attractions like Mountain Top, Sir Francis Drake's Seat, Blackbeard's Castle, and Skyline Drive Scenic Overlook. For the beach portion of this excursion, relax, snorkel or swim at one of the island's amazing beaches like Emerald, Coki, or (Magen's - Requires a $5.00 admission to use.) From our rich islands' history, magnificent views, and stunning beaches, we aim to please you here on this island getaway. Our tours are offered in English, French, and Spanish..... C'mon down and experience why the islands are nice, so nice!

Inclusions: Hand sanitizer, Bottled water

Exclusions: Entrance fees for beaches are not included in this excursion. Magen's beach requires a $5.00 entry., Non-foldable wheel chairs are not allowed on this tour. Guests must be able to access all vehicles., Car seats are not included in this excursion., Foods and snacks are not provided as part of this excursion.

Reviewed By rochelleaguilera

Brenda was fantastic! We went for a tour and used the taco service. I would highly recommend them to anyone!

4. Shopping And Sightseeing Excursion

Brenda And Franko's Fun Tours
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This excursion is for shoppers as well as explorers. It begins with 2 hours in Charlotte Amalie and ends with another 2 hours of sightseeing around the island.

Inclusions: Hand sanitizer, water

Exclusions: snacks, lunch and dinner are not included in this excursion., All Fees and Taxes, Entrance fees to beaches or attractions are not included in this excursion., Restroom on board

Reviewed By rochelleaguilera

Brenda was fantastic! We went for a tour and used the taco service. I would highly recommend them to anyone!

5. Swim w/Turtles at St. John, Pizza Pi & Sunset Sail

American Yacht Harbor, Smith Bay Road, Red Hook, St Thomas 00802, USVI Stormy Pirates Boat Charters
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This personalized tour takes only a maximum of 12 guests. Enjoy a continental breakfast as you sails along the scenic North Shore of St. John and stops at one of the most beautiful beaches in the world; Maho Bay. Maho Bay is located in the Virgin Islands National Park (all park fees are included in the price) and where the turtles hang out. After your swim/snorkel with the turtles, we'll have a relaxing downwind sail & drop anchor at Christmas Cove, Great St. James Island, which is one of the most protected coves in the US Virgin Islands. Here we have time for more snorkeling while we wait for our pizzas to be delivered via dinghy, from Pizza Pi which has been featured on the Food Network and HGTV as the only floating Pizza Boat in the entire world. After enjoying Pizza, we will sail to beautiful Honeymoon Beach, St. John where you can swim in and enjoy an ice cold beverage from Bikini's Beach Bar. We welcome you back on the boat with fresh baked cookies as we sail back home.

Inclusions: We offer an Open Bar and Light snacks on board, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Restroom on board, Captain, Mate and Fuel are all included in the price

Exclusions: Lunch at Pizza Pi is NOT included. Please bring cash or credit card to pay for your lunch, Crew Gratuity in NOT included. Customary Crew Gratuity is 20% of the price of the trip.

Reviewed By schicklerorg

Stormy Pirates was an awesome full day of fun in the sun, on the water, with some new found friends and a crew that were definitely on their "A" game. Capt Adam navigated to multiple beach/bars and first mate Amanda made sure our drinks were always full while on board. I highly recommend doing this trip early in your stay as you get to see a good variety of what the islands have to offer. Bring plenty of sunscreen, a water shirt and a few bucks for the bars. All else is taken care of for you, including a perfectly timed stop at the Pizza Boat. They even have snorkel gear to use while at Water Island or Coki Beach. Ask Adam where the turtles are. Thanks again A team. You guys rock.

6. Circle the Island of St. John | Lunch stop at Lime Out (Taco Boat)

American Yacht Harbor, Smith Bay Road, Red Hook, St Thomas 00802, USVI Stormy Pirates Boat Charters
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** We only take a maximum of only 12 guests per trip ** This is a very personalized tour. Spend your day with one of the world's most picturesque islands always in view. We cruise along the North Shore and pass scenic Hawksnest Beach, Trunk Bay, Cinnamon Bay, Maho and Francis Bay. The Captain will choose a calm and clear snorkel spot before heading to Lime-Out the new floating Taco and Craft Cocktail bar located in Hansen Bay on the Southeastern Coast of St. John. After Lunch the Captain will find another beautiful snorkel spot along the Souther Coast of St. John before heading back to shore. The price of this trip includes: Captain, Mate, Fuel, Open Bar, Light Snacks and use of Snorkel Equipment.

Inclusions: We offer Beer, Soda, Rum, and a variety of mixers and juice on board., Restroom on board, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Captain and First Mate

Exclusions: Crew Gratuity, Lunch at Lime-Out

Reviewed By schicklerorg

Stormy Pirates was an awesome full day of fun in the sun, on the water, with some new found friends and a crew that were definitely on their "A" game. Capt Adam navigated to multiple beach/bars and first mate Amanda made sure our drinks were always full while on board. I highly recommend doing this trip early in your stay as you get to see a good variety of what the islands have to offer. Bring plenty of sunscreen, a water shirt and a few bucks for the bars. All else is taken care of for you, including a perfectly timed stop at the Pizza Boat. They even have snorkel gear to use while at Water Island or Coki Beach. Ask Adam where the turtles are. Thanks again A team. You guys rock.

7. Charlotte Amalie Self-Guided Audio Tour

Rothschild Francis Market Square, Strand Gade, Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas 00801, USVI Citywalkz Ltd t/a Citywalks World

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. This exotic audio guided tour of Charlotte Amalie, the largest city in the US Virgin Islands will take you through an incredible journey where you will be enchanted with sights such as Blackbeard’s Castle and the King’s Wharf

Inclusions: Zip folder of audio files and map, Self-Guided Audio Tour, Self-paced, Downloadable link to download mp3 file and map Exclusions

Exclusions: Audio Device, Transportation, Food/Drinks, Headphones

8. Shore Excursion: Small Group St Thomas Highlights Tour

St. Thomas Cruise Ship, Havensight, St Thomas 00802, USVI Wow A Tour: St Thomas

This small group tour is the best way to see the Island still leaving time for you to see St Thomas yourself whilst in port. St. Thomas is a huge island that consists of one long ridge of hills running east and west through the center of the island. St. Thomas has a history that dates back to 1500 B.C. and the Ciboney people. They were replaced by the Arawaks and then the Caribes, long before Christopher Columbus first saw the island in 1493 on his second voyage to the "New World." You will pass by Drake's Seat, believed to be the spot where Sir Francis Drake himself watched for enemy vessels. A stop will be made at Mountain Top, where you will take in the most amazing views from the balcony of the shopping arcade, and if you choose, purchase a "world-famous" banana daiquiri. At the end of the two-hour driving orientation, you will have the option of being dropped off in downtown Charlotte Amalie to experience its world-famous shopping or be taken back to the cruise ship dock.

Inclusions: Guarantee to get back to the ship ontime, Small Group tour

Exclusions: Snacks

9. Private Tour

Brenda And Franko's Fun Tours

This particular excursion is tailored to individuals who require VIP treatment in a vehicle exclusively for themselves. Unlike public adventures, there are no time constraints on the number of minutes guests would like to spend at any of the attractions or beaches.

Inclusions: Certified Guide, Hand sanitizer, water

Exclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Magens Bay Admission Fee ($5.00 per person and kids twelve and under are allowed free admission)

Reviewed By rochelleaguilera

Brenda was fantastic! We went for a tour and used the taco service. I would highly recommend them to anyone!

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