St. Croix
Experience the Best of the Virgin Islands
St. Croix is the largest of the four U.S. Virgin Islands. St. Croix is sometimes referred to as the “Big Island." The 84-square-mile island is home to more than 53,000+ residents.
St. Croix offers a large assortment of activities for visitors to enjoy while on vacation.
The two main towns are Christiansted and Frederiksted. Resorts and condos are mostly on the north shore, and vacation villas can be found in various areas.
About St. Croix
St. Croix was once the sugar producing king of the Caribbean. Today visitors will note dozens of sugar mill ruins scattered across the island; there are around 150. Visitors can learn about this important part of USVI history by visiting historic sites such as Whim Plantation, a restored and preserved sugar plantation.
“The Wall”, if you are a diver you have likely heard of it! St. Croix is well known for wonderful dive opportunities. If you aren’t a diver you can take introductory classes while on vacation. Additional water sports your vacation to St. Croix might include are snorkeling, kayaking, fishing and boating. On land you can plan a game of golf, take an island tour, explore scenic forests by jeep, enjoy jazz at outdoor concerts, shop, dine, catch a crab race at a local bar, or a horse race at the track.
Three National Parks: Salt River which protects a diverse ecosystem in addition to pre-historic ruins; Buck Island with stunning marine gardens; and five historic structures in Christiansted that give visitors a look into Danish colonial way of life. Additional parks and preserves include: Sandy Point notable for its beauty and for its protected sea turtles, and Jack and Isaac Bays.
You can fly directly to St. Croix, it has an airport. Taking a daytrip or better yet an overnight visit to St. Croix from St. Thomas is made possible by regular interisland air service and a ferry.
Start Planning Your St. Croix Vacation
Places to Stay
Hotels, Guest Houses & Villas. Find the perfect place to stay on your St. Croix vacation.
Accomadation List
Restaurants
Experienced chefs create mouth-watering entrees, often offering a large selection from continental cuisine to French, Italian and Caribbean foods.
Restaurant Options
Car Rental
Renting a car is the best way to see St. Croix at twenty-eight miles in length and a little over 6 miles at the widest point.
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Taxis & Rates
Taxis are a popular transportation choice for getting around and between Christiansted and Frederiksted.
Transportaion OptionsThings To Do & See
Check out some of our favorite things to do while in St. Croix.
Activites
Attractions
St. Croix’s attractions very from wildlife reserves and historical towns to underwater marine parks and botanical gardens.
Island Hopping
The Virgin Islands, including both the US and the British islands, are made up of more than 120 islands, cays and islets. Read more
St. Thomas Ferry
Island hop between the big island of St. Croix and its sister island St. Thomas by ferry.
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Beach Guide
Find the Perfect Beach St. Croix has over 23 major beaches along its sun-drenched coasts. More
Duty Free Shopping
Many shops showcase locally made arts, crafts, woodwork, leather goods, ceramics and fabric designs. More
Nightlife
St. Croix is a big island with a small island feel and is home to the Virgin Islands’ only casino. More
Island Services
Real Estate
Properties of all types can be found on St. Croix including high-end houses, fixer-uppers, condominiums, commercial properties and undeveloped land. More
Wedding Planning
Does your dream wedding take place on a secluded beach? How about at sunset with steel pan music playing? Or perhaps on a sailboat! More
St. Croix Blog
Essentials for First Time Snorkelers in the Virgin Islands
Snorkeling in the Virgin Islands is an amazing experience. There is plenty to see underwater, it is a relatively easy activity, and it requires little gear. There is however a small learning curve to snorkeling, so take a few minutes to read through the following snorkeling tips. They will help ensure that the first- time…
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Six Tips for First Time Snorkelers in the Virgin Islands
Snorkeling is a popular vacation activity in the Virgin Islands. Acres of coral reef form an ecosystem that supports a large variety of marine life and plants around the islands. Both novice and experienced snorkelers can enjoy snorkeling in the US Virgin Islands. You can go snorkeling on your own from a beach or go…
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Made in St. Croix – Shopping in Christiansted
Christiansted, one of the two towns on the big island of St. Croix, attracts residents and visitors alike. History buffs will enjoy the Christiansted National Historic Site which includes several buildings of interest like Fort Christiansvaern and the Customs House. From the boardwalk you can take in a beautiful view of the ocean and Protestant…
Read MorePoints of Interest
The island has many sites to see and enjoy; from the two historical towns of Christiansted & Frederiksted to a 300 year old rum factory.
Christiansted
Christiansted, the capital of the Danish West Indies from 1755 to 1871, is one of two main towns on St. Croix.
Frederiksted
Frederiksted is a picturesque water front town. It was established in 1751 and it is the second largest town in St. Croix.
Cruzan Rum Factory
Since the 1650’s the Virgin Islands has produced some of the best rums in the world. Cruzan Rum has been made on location for some 300 years. Read More