Explore St. John
Explore St. John
When you get to beautiful, relaxing St. John, you'll find yourself with plenty of activities to choose from - or there's always the Caribbean way of just taking things as they come. From sailing, snorkeling and adventuring in our national park, to just relaxing in a hammock with a good book - paradise is what you make of it.
The Gallows Point Resort Concierge is a great resource for planning activities including restaurant reservations, boating, water sports, spa, and shopping.
Contact Manager at 340-643-2628 for assistance.
*Important Information About Sunscreen
As you explore the discover all St. John has to offer, please be mindful of the US Virgin Islands law regarding sunscreen. Help protect the beauty of the islands and all it's marine life by following the law as described below.
Please use only mineral sunscreen – it’s the law in the US Virgin Islands! Sunscreen that contains the “Toxic 3 O’s” of oxybenzone, octinoxate, and octocrylene are damaging to coral, marine life, and human health and are BANNED. Please read the ingredient label and use only non-nano mineral sunscreen containing zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, the only sunscreen ingredients deemed safe and effective by the FDA.
There are many options to choose from. For a selection of recommended mineral sunscreen, click here.
National Park Visitor Center
Things To Do
It doesn’t all have to be about relaxing in a care-free, tropical paradise. There’s more to do on St. John than you can shake a stick at. Explore the natural wonders of the island, go sailing, shop till your drop and much more. For details, check out this guide to things to do on St. John.
And, be sure to check out these popular activities:
Also, refer to these important Things to Know.
Where to Eat
St. John has lots of places to eat, have a drink or relax. Whether you’re fueling up before a day out sailing or looking for a great place to take that special someone, we’re sure you’ll find the right place for you. Check them all out here.
Shopping
While you will find plenty of amenities and creature comforts, what you won’t find are too many strip malls and chain restaurants. Most businesses and restaurants are locally owned with local flavor. See the shopping guide here and here for more information.
Parking in Cruz Bay can fill quickly, especially in high season. Refer to this guide for a map of the best free and paid parking options in Cruz Bay.
Top Beaches
Trunk Bay
Cinnamon Bay
Maho Bay
Waterlemon Cay
Check out a complete St. John beach guide here.