North Shore
Trunk Bay
Explore the beach and marked underwater snorkeling trail.
18 IDEAS · YOUR BIJOU GUIDE
Things to Do
in St. John
North Shore beaches, national-park trails and easy evenings in Cruz Bay. Choose a few island adventures and leave the rest to the day.
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FIND YOUR KIND OF DAY
Explore things to do
18 ideas to explore
Beaches & bays
North Shore
Hawksnest
Enjoy the beach and reef scenery.
North Shore
Cinnamon Bay
Set aside a long beach afternoon.
North Shore
Maho Bay
Look for marine life without approaching or touching it.
North Shore
Francis Bay
Combine a beach visit with a pond-side walk.
History & landscape
Leinster Bay
Annaberg
Learn about sugar production and the lives of enslaved people.
Centerline Road
Catherineberg
Explore the historic plantation remains.
National park
Reef Bay Trail
Plan a demanding forest hike with enough water and daylight.
National park
Reef Bay petroglyphs
See historic carvings along the trail’s side route.
Walking & hiking
Cruz Bay area
Lind Point trails
Choose a park walk near your home base.
National park
America Hill
Plan a climb for sweeping island views.
Francis Bay
Francis Bay pond trail
Look for birdlife on a quieter walk.
The island’s southeast
Southeast St. John
Salt Pond Bay
Walk down to the bay for a change of scenery.
Southeast St. John
Ram Head
Take on an exposed headland hike prepared for sun and heat.
Cruz Bay food & browsing
Cruz Bay
Mongoose Junction
Browse shops and choose a relaxed meal.
Cruz Bay
Wharfside Village
Explore the waterfront shops.
Cruz Bay
St. John Spice
Pick up island-inspired pantry items and gifts.
Cruz Bay
Local art browsing
Make time for galleries and locally made pieces.
PUT A DAY TOGETHER
Three ways to explore
Suggested plans to adapt to your dates, interests and pace.
Cruz Bay first
Get oriented, browse Mongoose Junction and settle into dinner near town.
North Shore day
Choose one or two beaches, with time to stop at Annaberg if it fits your route.
A trail day
Pick a hike that suits your group, start prepared and leave the afternoon for resting.
A LITTLE LOCAL PLANNING
Before you head out
Check current opening times, reservations and access before heading out.
Guide reviewed September 28, 2026.- Check national-park alerts and trail conditions before hiking. Take water, sun protection and appropriate shoes.
- Keep clear of coral and marine wildlife; ocean conditions determine whether snorkeling is suitable.
- Arrange ferry, luggage and onward transport together; do not leave the return journey to chance.
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