St. Thomas
Walkability: 8.5/10U.S. Virgin Islands
Hours in Port
~9 hours
Walk to Town
10-15 min walk to Charlotte Amalie from Crown Bay; 5 min from Havensight
Currency
USD (USD accepted)
WiFi
Good
Cell Coverage
Excellent
Time Zone
AST (no DST)
Time Zone Alert
St. Thomas is on AST (Atlantic Standard Time) year-round, which is the same as EDT. In winter, it is 1 hour ahead of EST. Check your ship schedule carefully.
Overview
St. Thomas is a U.S. territory, so no passport is needed for American citizens. Charlotte Amalie offers world-class duty-free shopping and historic Danish colonial architecture. The island's hilly terrain means taxis are common, but the harbor area is walkable.
The walkability score is a planning hint for navigating the port on foot from the terminal. Safety information should be confirmed against official travel advisories (e.g. travel.state.gov) before your trip.
All-aboard math
All-aboard in St. Thomasis typically 30–60 minutes before your ship departs — confirm the exact time on the day’s ship newsletter. Time-zone note: St. Thomas is on AST (Atlantic Standard Time) year-round, which is the same as EDT. In winter, it is 1 hour ahead of EST. Check your ship schedule carefully.
Top Excursions
Magens Bay Beach
Coral World Ocean Park
Ferry to St. John
Zip Lining at Tree Limin'
Kayak & Snorkel Eco Tour
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Free Things To Do
99 Steps
Historic staircase built by the Danes in the 1700s. Climb to the top for panoramic harbor views.
Fort Christian
The oldest standing structure in the USVI (1672), now a museum. Free to view from outside.
Main Street Shopping
Window-shop the duty-free stores along Dronningens Gade — the deals are real.
Restaurants Near Terminal
Getting Around
Open-air safari taxis (shared trucks) run set routes for $2-4/person. Private taxis charge $10-15 to popular beaches. The island is hilly — wear comfortable shoes even for short walks. Two cruise docks: Havensight and Crown Bay.
Emergency Information
Police
911
Hospital
Schneider Regional Medical Center
Medical Evacuation Coverage
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