The capital of the Dutch side: a boardwalk and duty-free shops
At a glance
- Category
- History and culture
- Area
- The Dutch side
- Time needed
- 2–3 h
- Places to stay nearby
- 12 places to stay within 1 km
The capital of Sint Maarten, between the salt pond and Great Bay: the shops of Front Street, the Boardwalk with its bars and the town beach. When cruise ships are in port, the town is crowded.
On the map
Orange dots: places to stay nearby. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Coordinates are approximate.
Where to stay nearby: Philipsburg
All places to stay in the area →
Distance from the sight as the crow flies: Sea View Beach — 50 m; Calinago Friendly Family SXM — 120 m; Caribbean Hotel — 220 m; Horizon View Beach Hotel — 220 m.
Tours nearby
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History and towns
A day on Saint-BarthélemyBy ferry to Gustavia: yachts, Shell Beach and Saint-Jean bay
A full dayDecember — June; much is closed in September and October≈ 50 m
Canyons and thrills
Racing on America's Cup yachtsYou are the crew of a genuine 12 Metre racing yacht
3 hDecember — April≈ 50 m
Canyons and thrills
Zip-lining at Loterie FarmCables above the forest canopy on the slopes of Pic Paradis
2–3 hAll year≈ 6.2 kmMore to see nearby
Hike
Pic Paradis
A climb to the island's highest point, with views of both sides and neighbouring islands≈ 5.7 km
Nature
The Butterfly Farm
A tropical garden with hundreds of butterflies≈ 6.1 km
Nature
Loterie Farm
An eco-park with zip lines in the tropical forest≈ 6.2 km
History
Fort Louis
An 18th-century fort above Marigot≈ 6.6 kmOpening hours, prices and rules are a rough guide: check official websites before you go.