US Virgin Islands
St. Thomas: The most common nearby trip. St. Thomas is larger and more developed than St. John, a short ferry ride away.
British Virgin Islands (BVI): Destinations like Jost Van Dyke (for Soggy Dollar Bar and White Bay Beach), Tortola (largest BVI island), and Virgin Gorda (for The Baths, unique granite formations) are reachable by boat charters or organized tours.
Allocate a full day (8+ hours), including ferry travel.
A full day (8-10 hours) is typical for a boat charter.
St. John presents natural wonders, and the wider U.S. Virgin Islands also include historical and cultural sites.
The Virgin Islands National Park covers most of St. John. Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve on St. Croix highlights history and nature, including mangrove forests and bioluminescent bays.
Beyond St. John's Ram Head and Bordeaux Mountain, St. Thomas has panoramic views from Drake's Seat and Mountain Top, with different archipelago perspectives.
St. John's remote South Shore beaches, like Lameshur Bay, are rugged and secluded. Magens Bay is a famous, sheltered crescent-shaped beach on St. Thomas. St. Croix features calm Christiansted Harbor and wilder east end coasts.
Historical and cultural sites abound across the U.S. Virgin Islands.
St. John has limited agricultural areas. Coral Bay Village a more laid-back atmosphere than Cruz Bay.
For those with more time, combining St. John with other destinations presents a richer Caribbean experience.
Extend a St. Thomas day trip to an overnight stay for comprehensive exploration.
A multi-day visit to St. Croix, the largest of the USVI, presents a different vibe.
Puerto Rico a major Caribbean hub, with direct flights to many U.S. Cities, easily accessible from St. Thomas.
A combination of St. John (nature, beaches, relaxation), St. Thomas (shopping, bustle, Magens Bay), and potentially St. Croix (history, culture, rainforest, bioluminescence) shows diverse experiences within the U.S. Territory.
For more day trip and excursion booking, check GetYourGuide.
Browse and book various experiences and tours tailored to your interests.
Read traveler reviews and details to make informed choices for your adventures.