Best Beaches in St. Barts
The 12 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 6 guides that rank for "best beaches in st barts"
Named by 4 of 61. Colombier BeachReachable only by boat or on foot, which keeps it quiet and undeveloped.A top snorkeling pick, with clear water and frequent sea turtle sightings.
Named by 3 of 62. Flamands BeachThe largest white sand beach on the island, on the north side.Gentle waves and a long sandy stretch make it a good family choice.
Named by 3 of 63. St-Jean BeachPlanes pass low over the beach on approach to the island airport.A promontory splits it: swimming and snorkeling to the west, windsurfing and paddleboarding to the east.
Named by 3 of 64. Gouverneur BeachOn the south of the island, easy to reach and not crowded.No amenities on the sand, so bring water and food.
Named by 3 of 65. Shell BeachCovered in tiny shells, and a flat 10-minute walk from Gustavia.Calm, clear water suits swimming and snorkeling.
Named by 2 of 66. Grand Cul de SacA shallow lagoon with steady trade winds, popular for kitesurfing and windsurfing.Sea turtles can be seen in the lagoon.
7. Lorient BeachMostly visited by locals, with surf lessons and snorkeling.
8. Saint-Jean Pelican BeachSheltered from wind and waves, good for swimming and spotting turtles.
9. Les Salines BeachThe island's second largest beach, wild, with pink sand and often rough sea.
10. Petit Cul de SacA small, very quiet lagoon beach that few tourists know.
11. Toiny BeachA rocky, wild beach good for surfing, but swimming is not recommended because of strong waves.
12. Corossol BeachIn the village of Corossol and mostly used by locals.
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When to go
Travel guides don't agree on one best time to visit St. Barts; its page has the weather and what's on, month by month.
Questions people ask
- What's so great about St Barts?
- The pack notes the island is small, about twenty square kilometers, with many white sand beaches, and all of them are public.
