The 15 Best Island Tours on St Thomas

1.St Thomas Shore Excursion: Shopping, Sightseeing and Beach Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 367 reviews · from $70Our pick

Explore St. Thomas by open-air safari taxi with guides such as Air Force One, Elvis, Tony, Sunny, and Kash. Shop in Charlotte Amalie, stop at Mountain Top, Drake’s Seat, and Skyline Drive, then spend about two hours at Magens Bay Beach. The $70 price includes port transport and guide service, but beach entry and food cost extra.

“We did the shopping, sightseeing, beach tour. Easy to find the tour meeting spot getting off cruise, however no sign (just ask). We checked in first, which was great, but then sat in hot sun for over an hour waiting for people. Alittle frustrating. Not their fault. Open air buses which was nice when driving but when sitting still hot! Bring waters or have money to buy when you make stops. Bring snacks as you will get hungry and no time to get a lunch (we did not know, and only found snacks at about 4 pm). Shopping could have been longer as not sure about you, but we are…”

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2.The Best of St Thomas Private Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 332 reviews Top rated

Spend about six hours touring St. Thomas in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide. Stop at Drake’s Seat, Mountain Top, historic Charlotte Amalie, the St. Thomas Synagogue, Frenchtown, Magen’s Bay, and possibly Coki Point. Guides such as Jason, Raymond, Sinclair, Smitty, and Mikey tailor the pace, explain island history, and take photos with your camera.

“Mr. St. Clair was terrific! About an hour into our tour, he, my three sisters and I were all “old” friends. We could not have had a better, more enjoyable day! Two terrific beaches! And like a very nice “husband,” he was very tolerant of our shopping!”

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3.Book Your Private Two and a Half Hour Island Tour today!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 312 reviews · from $150

Explore St. John in a private vehicle with local guides such as Hibiscus, Evans, and Ron. In 2.5 hours, you’ll see Caneel Bay, Trunk Bay, Cinnamon Bay, Annaberg Sugar Plantation, Coral Bay, and views toward the British Virgin Islands. Bottled water and select hotel transfers are included, with time to tailor the route to your group.

“Great trip! Lasted around 3 hours and very informative. Our guide Ron did a fantastic job! I would highly recommend requesting him for your trip.”

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4.St. Thomas Island Tour with Mountain Top and Magens Bay Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 222 reviews · from $84

Spend about four hours seeing St. Thomas from Skyline Drive, Drake’s Seat, and Mountain Top before two hours at Magens Bay Beach. Guides such as Hamblet and Guy provide island commentary, while the tour handles driving, parking, and pickup from cruise ports or hotels. Bring swimwear, towels, dry clothes, and $7 for beach entry.

“It was the best tour ever. I highly recommend it to everyone! The guide was very helpful and informative.”

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5.Half Day Cultural Jeep Beach Adventure – 4 Hr Tour St. Thomas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews

Spend four private hours exploring St. Thomas with a local guide such as G, Jonica, Jaro, China, or G’Lique. Visit Charlotte Amalie, Mountain Top, Drake’s Seat, and Magens Bay, or choose another beach. Expect island history, local plants, scenic roads, bottled water, beach noodles, and a flexible pace.

“Our guide G was amazingly so personable and knowledgeble about his native island. He was kind , genuine and took his time, never rushed anything. We had a great time touring the island.”

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6.Private Open-Air Jeep Adventure with Tropic Sun –Hidden Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews

Ride with Tropic Sun guides Scott, Rena, or Carlos in a private open-air Jeep around St. Thomas. Expect a flexible half-day of hidden beaches, historic ruins, scenic overlooks, snorkeling stops, and cruise-port pickup. Chairs, umbrellas, water, beach gear, and rum punch are available.

“The Best Way to See St. Thomas! Our open-air Jeep tour with Tropic Sun on October 8 was absolute perfection. Scott, our guide, made the day unforgettable — he was friendly, easy to talk to, and incredibly knowledgeable about the island. Not once did the conversation feel forced or awkward; it just felt like spending the day exploring with a friend who knows every hidden gem. We visited Brewer’s Bay, Hull Bay, and Magen’s Bay, plus several breathtaking overlooks that showed off the island’s beauty from every angle. The final stop was a secluded beach that felt straight out of a dream — peaceful, private, and absolutely stunning. The tour…”

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7.Best Jeep Tour of ST.Thomas Virgin Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews

Spend about six hours seeing St. Thomas by private Jeep, with pickup at your hotel or cruise port. Stop at Drake’s Seat, Mountain Top, Brewer’s Bay, and historic Charlotte Amalie. Guides such as Juan, Vincent, Marvin, Ken, and Ramirez tailor the day, provide snorkel gear, and can adjust beach time, sightseeing, and lunch stops.

“Vincent was an amazing tour guide. He knew everything that was happening in his island. His knowledge about the whole island, both sides, French and Dutch, were impressive. We totally recommend him, he was patient kind, polite, and very respectful. We were very impressed. Thank you Vincent. Next time we will request another tour with you.!”

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8.St. Thomas Sightseeing Tour with a Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 82 reviews · from $40Best value

This 2.5-hour guided drive takes you from your pickup point through Charlotte Amalie, past Fort Christian and Magen’s Bay, to Mountain Top, Francis Drake Seat, Skyline lookout, and the old pirate castles. Guides such as Godfrey and Air Force One add local stories, while drinks and snacks help on hot days. Expect shared transport and possible delays.

“Upward grade drive. More than we expected with good stops. Interesting guide was patient with very, very us.”

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9.St John Island Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 81 reviews · from $65

Explore St. John in about two to three hours with a local driver-guide, often including Kenneth or Smithy. Expect an open-air taxi ride, photo stops overlooking Caneel Bay and Trunk Bay, a visit to Annaberg Sugar Plantation, and time around Virgin Islands National Park. Ferry tickets from St. Thomas cost extra.

“Kenneth was a very insightful guide and very accommodative. Nice trip with a bonus visit to our 45th National Park. Only 19 left to visit them all”

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10.Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI -St. Thomas, Virgin Islands-Private Group-Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews

You’ll spend about six hours touring St. Thomas in a private air-conditioned vehicle, with stops at Mountain Top, Drake’s Seat, Skyline Drive, Magens Bay, Charlotte Amalie, and Blackbeard’s Castle. Guides such as Big Moe and Sam can adjust the day to your group, though pickup communication has been uneven.

“Sam was amazing! He was very accommodating for our needs and things we wanted to see. We were able to customize our tour which is the best! We also had our mom who needs a wheelchair. He helped her every time we stopped. I can’t thank him enough for what he did. I would use this company again and highly recommend it to others!”

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11.Full Day Cultural Jeep Beach Tour, St. Thomas & Water Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews

Spend about six hours with a local guide exploring Charlotte Amalie, Crown Mountain, and Drake’s Seat before taking the passenger ferry to Water Island. The private tour costs $630 for up to four people and includes bottled water, life jackets, and beach noodles. Guides may include G, Jaro, or Jonica.

“Our tour guides were amazing! Jaro and Jonica were very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating during the entire tour. We could not have asked for a better tour and experience!”

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12.Vi Top Taxi & Tours USVI-Scenic Island Tour ,St. Thomas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $50

You’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle with guide Nathmi Faqih, also called Nami, for a 2 to 3 hour tour of St. Thomas. Visit Fort Christian, Mountain Top, Drake’s Seat, and Skyline Drive, with time for photos, island views, and shopping. The group can include up to 14 people, and pickup is offered.

“On our stop at St. Thomas we were escorted on our tour by Nami. He was very knowledgeable about his points of interest. From the beaches and city area to the top of a mountain and back. There were stops to take pictures of the beautiful scenery and also to purchases from local establishments.”

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13.Vi Top Taxi &Tours USVI-St Thomas Private Group-Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews

Spend about six hours touring St Thomas in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a driver such as Nathmi, Nami, Nazmi, or Rayan. See Drake’s Seat, Mountain Top, Skyline Lookout, and Magens Bay, then choose shopping in Charlotte Amalie or Haven Sight. Pickup is available from central locations, hotels, the airport, or cruise docks.

“Amazing experience! Picked us up day and night and made us feel like VIPs. Wonderful service- would definitely recommend for reliable!”

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14.Luxury Sightseeing & Shopping Private Tour – 3 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews

You’ll tour St. Thomas in a private, air-conditioned Suburban for up to six people, with pickup available and a flexible route. Stop at Mountain Top, Drake’s Seat, Charlotte Amalie Overlook, Paradise Point, and downtown Charlotte Amalie. Guides including Jermaine, Ken, and Adrienne have been praised for island knowledge, helpful driving, and thoughtful support.

“Ken drove us around in air conditioned comfort and showed us all the best sights. He shared a lot of knowledge about the island. We had a great time and would recommend this tour.”

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15.St Thomas Private and Customized Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews

Set your own pace on a private St. Thomas tour with pickup from your hotel or cruise port. Your guide may be Shadrach or Bernie, and the day can include Magens Beach, island sights, local food, and a complimentary Cruzan Rum drink. Allow roughly five to six hours, with light refreshments included.

“Our driver, Shadrach, was just amazing. We couldn't have had a better experience. We were told to meet him at the windmill when we got off the ship and he was waiting for us holding a sign with our name before we even got to the winRead more”

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