St. Thomas Beach
Recommendations

St. Thomas has over 40 major beaches along its sun-drenched coasts and there is something for everyone.

There are stretches of sand with crystal blue water and swaying coconut trees where a true beach bum can enjoy a lazy day. For the restless beachgoers, there are sandy coves with activities like windsurfing and kayaks. Some shores are rugged and rocky offering beauty, solitude and the opportunity to daydream about castaway fantasies. And there are widely popular bays with amenities like restaurants and chair rentals.

Whether you are looking for snorkeling, people watching, a family beach or the perfect spot for your beach wedding, you will find it in St. Thomas!

Whichever beach you choose, please be respectful and leave with all the trash you brought especially plastic. Some guests like to buy St. Thomas branded, reusable, insulated cups from places like Ocean Surfari or Caribbean Surf as souvenirs. It reduces waste and keeps your drinks extra cold. A win-win!!

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Find each beach on the Map at the bottom of this page.

Magen’s Bay Beach

This is the largest and most famous beach in St. Thomas. Spanning a beautiful one-mile stretch of beach, this is a tourist must-see spot.

Lindquist Beach

One of St. Thomas’ most pristine and tranquil beaches, Linquist is situated on the East End of the island and it is one that you should not miss. The water is crystal clear and typically calm.

Secret Harbor Beach

A calm, quiet beach located at Secret Harbor Beach Resort, this beach has a floating platform that you can easily swim out to and lounge in the sun.

Sapphire Beach

This is one of the most gorgeous beaches on St. Thomas. The sapphire blue waters here are great for snorkeling, windsurfing on a windier day, jet skiing, and more. This is a local favorite on the East End.

Emerald Beach / Lindburgh Bay

Named after the famous aviator who landed nearby in 1928, this tranquil bay is flanked by three hotels, palm trees and sea grapes that line the shore.

Coki Beach

Located on Coki Point right before Coral World Ocean Park, this white sand beach with crystal clear water offers excellent snorkeling and diving. The fish are used to being fed by snorkelers so bring dog biscuits or fish food and they will swarm around you.

Mermaid’s Chair / Sandy Bay Beach

These beaches are located in the gated community of Botony Bay, but all of our beaches are public and everyone must be granted access. You do need to be in good physical condition to get to these beaches though as you must park on the road, outside the gates, and walk down if you are not a resident, unless you catch one of the shuttles.

Brewer’s Bay Beach

A true local’s beach. You will find it just past the University of the Virgin Islands. Brewer’s is a local family favorite for weekend picnics and gatherings. There are great views of the sunset and local pate is sold at the food trucks in front of the beach.

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