ST MAARTEN · PHILIPSBURG
The 4 best tours & day trips in Philipsburg you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Explore both sides of St Maarten in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with guides such as Raj, Cindy, Lloyd, or Mama Gucci. Shape the day around beaches, shopping, food, history, and plane watching at Maho. The tour lasts about 5 to 7 hours and costs $440 for up to four people.
“Mamma Gucci gave us a great tour and a nice day. Very flexible, in a comfortable van. Was nice getting to know her.”
Travel across both sides of St. Martin with guide Raj of Sunita Tours. This half-day island circuit combines French villages, Dutch viewpoints, Maho Beach, Orient Bay, Marigot, and Oyster Pond in an air-conditioned vehicle. It suits cruise passengers who want a broad first look, with beach time and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.
“Raj, did an excellent job on the tour. He was very informative.also a great sense of humor. Also accommodated everyone’s request”
This 5 to 6-hour tour from Philipsburg covers Dutch and French St. Maarten with guides such as Ricardo, George, Freddy, and Kel. You’ll visit Oyster Pond, Coralita Beach, Orient Bay, Marigot, Maho Beach, and Cole Bay Hill, with beach time, island views, hotel or cruise-port pickup, air conditioning, and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, water, and rum punch.
“Wonderful tour, great stops and pictures, great beaches and shopping. We had a fabulous time. The plane beach was incredible! Ricardo was a great guide.”
Visit Nick Maley’s Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit on Front Street in Philipsburg. In about an hour, you’ll see Star Wars props, replicas, actor casts, holograms, and items from films such as Superman and The Terminator. Nick may share personal film stories and life advice. The museum is open Monday to Saturday, 11 AM to 3 PM.
“If you're a Star Wars fan, this is the place for you. It was very interesting to see all of the props and memorabilia. The busts of various actors, singers, and even Lincoln was also pretty cool. But the highlight kf the tour was speaking with Mr. Nick Maley himself. He was the nicest person on the island. Do it. You won't regret it.”
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