10 Places to Visit in St. Bart’s

St. Barthelemy is a destination made for postcards and picturesque photo opportunities. An island of rare beauty, you’ll fall in love with the rolling green hills and quaint coastal villages. If you’re lucky enough to spend some time in this traveler’s haven, be sure to check out these ten destinations.

Colombier Beach

If you’re looking to enjoy the pristine St. Bart’s waters and, also take the perfect Instagram pic, Colombier Beach is the place to go. The sands are powdered coral, and the bay is purest blue, gently rocking the yachts scattered throughout. Whether you come by boat or take the beautiful hike down a goat path, you’ll never want to leave.

Fort Gustav

The 18^th century Fort Gustav is now one of the best spots to view the nearby harbor. The ruins showcase stone ramparts, cannons, and a sentry box, but the red and white lighthouse is the most distinguishing feature.

Le Ti-Marche 

Shoppers rejoice! Le Ti-Marche is the most picturesque open-air market you’ve ever seen. Women in bright colors sell locally made arts, crafts, and cosmetics, as well as fresh produce.

St. Jean

A tiny village at the heart of the island, St. Jean is one of the most popular tourist spots. Bristling with boutiques and restaurants, you could spend hours just walking around. You’ll also find luxury villas that promise an exquisite stay. When you head to the beach, be sure to stop by the iconic cocktail joint, Nikki Beach.

InterOceans Museum

If you’ve never been to a shell museum before, what better place to experience it than St.Barts? Featuring an impressive collection of over 9000 shells, owner and oceanographer Ingenu Magras loves to share his passion.

Nature Reserve of Saint-Barthelemy 

Whether you’re a lover of marine life or a diver, this nature reserve is the place to be. Divided into five separate zones scattered throughout the island to preserve the fragile marine ecosystems, the reserve’s boundaries feature many of the island’s best dive sites. Kayali is a particularly memorable 30 m wreck dive where you can spot lobster, conch, and a wide assortment of tropical fish.

Lorient

On the north coast lies the delightful little village of Lorient. The site of the island’s first French settlement, it’s now a scenic tourist stop. Check out the beautiful Lorient Church, which uses conch shells as holy water basins. You’ll also find the far end of Lorient Beach to be an ideal surfing spot.

Saline Beach

On the island’s southern coast, you’ll find the beautiful and secluded Saline Beach. A local favorite, the cobalt waters beckon swimmers of surfers alike. The sand is smooth and perfect, ideal for sunbathing. Adding to the uniqueness of this beach is the nudism found at the extreme ends of the beach, so you might not want to venture too far from the center of the beach.

Grand Cul de Sac

If you’re interested in watersports, do yourself a favor and head over to Grand Cul de Sac beach. You’ll fit in with the host of windsurfers and kite surfers, joined by an assortment of sea canoes and sailboats. A wide, deep blue bay backed by a lagoon, you’ll also find a few restaurants along the narrow beach.

Semi-submarine Tour

Okay, so this isn’t technically a place to visit, but submarine tours offer a unique and memorable way to experience Caribbean aquatic life. Semi-submarines are partially submerged, the bottom of the vessel sinking six feet below the surface to provide breathtaking views of fish, sea turtles, sting rays, and even a shipwreck!

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