The 14 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 8 guides that rank for "best beaches in st thomas"
Named by 7 of 81. Magens BayNorth Side, St. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsSits in a protected inlet with calm water, so little ones are not knocked over by waves.A mile-long crescent of sand with calm, shallow water, good for swimming with kids.
Named by 5 of 82. Sapphire BeachEast End, St. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsA hub for kayaking, snorkeling, windsurfing and jet skiing.Shallow water and gentle waves make it a fit for first-time young snorkelers.
Named by 4 of 83. Coki Point BeachEast End, St. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsA reef right off the sand makes it one of the best snorkeling beaches in the Virgin Islands.The reef is steps from the sand and full of fish.
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4. Lindquist Beach
East End, St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
A calm, quiet beach in Smith Bay Park, away from busier resort areas.
Clear water with fewer people.
Named by 4 of 85. Secret HarbourEast End, St. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsOne of the calmest beaches near the cruise port, with gentle waves for swimming.A family beach with shallow-water snorkeling and a floating dock.
Named by 4 of 86. Hull BayNorth Side, St. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsOne of the few surf beaches on St. Thomas, mainly in winter when swells arrive.Less crowded than many other beaches on the island.
Named by 3 of 87. John Brewers BayWest End, St. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsSea turtles often surface in the calm shallows.Good turtle spotting in the seagrass beds.
Named by 2 of 88. Lindbergh BayWest End, St. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsThe most popular beach on the island for families with younger kids.Calm aquamarine water and a playground near the beach end.
9. Limestone BeachSt. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsA rocky, secluded beach with tide pools and rock formations. Not ideal for swimming.
10. Morningstar BeachSouth Side, St. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsAbout a 14 minute drive from Charlotte Amalie.
11. Bolongo Bay BeachSouth Side, St. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsKnown for scuba diving and sailing, with calm, clear water for snorkeling.
12. Mermaid's ChairSt. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsA scenic spot reached by a 1.5-mile trek each way.
13. Little Magens BayNorth Side, St. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsAn extension of Magens Bay with the most privacy on the island, especially in the morning.
14. Great Bay BeachEast End, St. Thomas, US Virgin IslandsA quiet beach good for swimming, sunset walks and relaxing.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name December to April as the best time to visit St. Thomas.
Named by 7 of 81. Magens BaySits in a protected inlet with calm water, so little ones are not knocked over by waves.A mile-long crescent of sand with calm, shallow water, good for swimming with kids.
Named by 5 of 82. Sapphire BeachA hub for kayaking, snorkeling, windsurfing and jet skiing.Shallow water and gentle waves make it a fit for first-time young snorkelers.
Named by 4 of 83. Coki Point BeachA reef right off the sand makes it one of the best snorkeling beaches in the Virgin Islands.The reef is steps from the sand and full of fish.
