Top 10 Best of St. Maarten
Points of Interest
- Philipsburg
- Marigot
Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
What you will visit:
Marigot
The capital of French St. Martin, Marigot was once a petite fishing village and was made the capital during King Louis XVI's reign. He built Fort St. Louis on a hilltop to protect the town, which is now a charming enclave of gingerbread houses, classic bistros, and bustling outdoor markets. Kept temperate by trade winds, Marigot stays sunny and warm year-round with tropical scenery and picturesque views around every corner.
What you will see along the way:
As you circle the island on your narrated motorcoach tour, you'll learn the history of the Lesser Antilles and see such highlights as the Dutch/French border and Orient Bay, a favorite celebrity haunt. You'll see Grand Case fisherman's village and the Marigot Waterfront, the capital of French St. Martin. The white sands of Mullet Bay Beach and Maho Beach are famed for the airplanes that fly overhead. Harold Jack Hill and Great Bay make great viewing points, and the Dutch side of the island holds its capital, Philipsburg.
Photo Opportunities:
There is so much to photograph on this tour-make sure to bring your best lenses. In addition to the specific top 10 spots, aim your camera at the quaint colonial houses, sidewalk cafés, bistros, pastry shops and stores that are reminiscent of a French market town.
Snack:
A stop is made at Carousel Gelateria, a 16-sided structure studded with cerulean tiles. The gelato (at your own expense) is made daily with only the finest ingredients.
Shopping: (on your own)
Because Marigot is only four streets wide, it is easy to shop and to experience all it has to offer. Remember, all items are tax- and duty-free, and you will most likely be quoted prices in American dollars, which makes shopping a pleasure. Vendors sell everything from food delicacies to apparel, handicrafts and souvenirs. The lively atmosphere and hustle and bustle make for a fun filled shopping experience.
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Meet at dock and transfer to Border Point (Monument and Border)
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Transport Capacity:
- 48
- Travel time:
- 00:20
Mullet Bay Beach
- Time at site:
- 00:10
Transfer to Maho (Plane Watching)
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Transport Capacity:
- 48
- Travel time:
- 00:10
Maho (Plane Watching)
- Time at site:
- 00:20
Transfer to Carousel
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Transport Capacity:
- 48
- Travel time:
- 00:20
Carousel
- Time at site:
- 00:20
Transfer to Harold Jack View Point
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Transport Capacity:
- 48
- Travel time:
- 00:10
Harold Jack View Point
- Time at site:
- 00:10
Transfer to Great Bay
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Transport Capacity:
- 48
- Travel time:
- 00:10
Great Bay
- Time at site:
- 00:05
Transfer to Philipsburg
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Transport Capacity:
- 48
- Travel time:
- 00:10
Border Point (Monument and Border)
- Time at site:
- 00:05
Philipsburg
- Time at site:
- 00:05
Return to Harbor
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Transport Capacity:
- 48
- Travel time:
- 00:05
Transfer to Paradise View
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Transport Capacity:
- 48
- Travel time:
- 00:15
Paradise View
- Time at site:
- 00:10
Transfer to Grand Case (Gastronomy City)
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Transport Capacity:
- 48
- Travel time:
- 00:05
Grand Case (Gastronomy City)
- Time at site:
- 00:10
Transfer to Marigot (French Capital)
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Transport Capacity:
- 48
- Travel time:
- 00:20
Marigot (French Capital)
- Time at site:
- 00:30
Transfer to Mullet Bay Beach
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Transport Capacity:
- 48
- Travel time:
- 00:20