Christiansted Travel Guide

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St. George Botanical Gardens

St. George Botanical Gardens, Christiansted

 DEBBBEDB Says:  The St. George Botanical Gardens are included in the Sweeney Safari tour. The botanical collections, including over 1500 native and exotic species and varieties, are established in and around the restored buildings and stabilized ruins of a 19th century Danish sugar cane... 

Danish Custom House

Danish Custom House, Christiansted

 grandmaR Says:  I didn't realize that this building was anything special until I got home because I didn't go over and look at the signs on it. This is actually where merchants went to pay their taxes after they had goods weighed at the scale house. This building is a mix of European and... 

National Historic Site Visits

National Historic Site Visits, Christiansted

 grandmaR Says:  I did not realize that there was a National Park site in Christiansted. Had I known, I would have brought my Golden Passport (which allows senior citizens free admission to National Parks) nor did I bring the National Park passport to get stamps for the sites I have... 

Scale House

Scale House, Christiansted

 grandmaR Says:  When I saw that there was a National Park Service Visitor's Center, I went over to look. I didn't buy any books, but I did look at the exhibits (photo 3). Like the other buildings at the site, this one was built from yellow-masonry. The two-story hipped-roof Old Danish Scale... 

Steeple Building

Steeple Building, Christiansted

 grandmaR Says:  I visited this building because it had a sign on it saying that it was a part of the Historic Sites and was listed on the National Registry of Historic Landmarks. Inside was a man who said he was a volunteer, and that the building was originally the Dane's Lutheran Church of... 

Cruzan Rum

Cruzan Rum, Christiansted

 lewatts Says:  Call ahead to see if it's open. They keep a non-typical schedule. 

Crab races

Crab races, Christiansted

 lewatts Says:  Monday night crab races at the Brew Pub are interesting. Kids and adults pick and name a crab ($2/each) to see who wins in one of eight legs. Sadly, we never placed. They have the races at other places on Wednesdays and Fridays, but heard that Mondays are the best. 

Horseback Riding

Horseback Riding, Christiansted

 lewatts Says:  We went horseback riding with Equus and loved it. We rode along the beach and into the water, and Steve even showed us a rodeo trick. We had a group of riders from beginners to practically pro, and Steve took great care to fit us with a horse that was compatible. 

SCUBA diving

SCUBA diving, Christiansted

 lewatts Says:  If you're certified, take a dive trip with Dive Experience (downtown Christiansted). We loved our dive guides, and everyone at the shop was ultra helpful. We did 4 dives while we were there, and we saw moray eels, baracuda, huge stingray, and a sea turtle. It was certainly... 

Buck Island National Park

Buck Island National Park, Christiansted

 Pattons Says:  This is a must see for visitors. Take one of the day tours from Christiansted, like Big Beard or Mile Mark. They offer full and half day sails to Buck Island. The beach there is spectacular, and there is an underwater snorkel trail that is marked with the names of the... 

Hotels  

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Restaurants  

Kendricks: Fabulous Continental Cuisine in courtyard setting

Kendricks: Fabulous Continental Cuisine in courtyard setting, Christiansted

 Pattons Says:  Fresh ingredients, beautiful setting, creative menu. This restaurant is very romantic and a teriffic way to celebrate a special occasion on St. Croix. Crab cakes for the starter, any fresh fish for the entree, all desserts are exceptional! 

Transportation  

Sweeney's Safari Bus

Sweeney's Safari Bus, Christiansted

 DEBBBEDB Says:  Sweeney does a tour which includes stopping at Botanical Gardens, Cruzan Rum Factory, Whim Museum and Plantation, city of Fredericksted & Fort Fredericksted, driving through the Rain Forest, driving by the scenic golf course and Columbus’ Landing at Salt River. Departs from... 

There are daily flights from...

There are daily flights from..., Christiansted

 AndreasK Says:  There are daily flights from Miami and San Juan and commuter flights to and from nearby islands.You can rent a car or a taxi/tour car and have the guide show you the island; and that was exactly the way we did it: we arived at the airport, found a guide and visited the... 

Shopping  

Christensted National Historic Site: National Park Service Store

Christensted National Historic Site: National Park Service Store, Christiansted

 grandmaR Says:  The Bookstore and Visitor's Center is in the Scale House which is a historic part of the Historic Site. You can also buy items on the internet that are listed below. Book: Pirates of the Virgin IslandsThe bounties taken were immense, their exploits legendary and... 

Local Customs  

Casual dress

Casual dress, Christiansted

 lewatts Says:  We were told to "dress for dinner" while on the island. Once we got there we realized that t-shirts and shorts are island formal, and dressing for dinner means not wearing a bathing suit. There's no need to dress up, and with most of the restaurants being open, prepare to be... 

Greetings

Greetings, Christiansted

 Pattons Says:  It is customery to greet people with "good morning" "good afternoon" and "good night".Crucian people tend to be reserved but as soon as you greet them and smile they will warm up to you right away. 

Off The Beaten Path  

1749 Warehouse is now the U.S.Post Office

1749 Warehouse is now the U.S.Post Office, Christiansted

 grandmaR Says:  One of the five buildings on the National Park Service Historic Site in Christensted is the West Indies & Guinea Company Warehouse. Apparently this building is on Company Street and is the current U.S. Post Office and Customs House. Slave auctions used to be held in the... 

Hike to Annaly Bay Pools

Hike to Annaly Bay Pools, Christiansted

 Pattons Says:  There is a beautiful secret hike to Annaly Bay Pools. If you are a visitor to the island it is best to have a guide take you there. The hike can be a little hard in spots especially if you are not used to hiking.You can get there by parking at the Carambola Beach resort and... 

Favorites  

Parades

Parades, Christiansted

 grandmaR Says:  I guess any excuse is a good excuse for a parade. My first inkling that something was going on was seeing a whole bunch of baton twirling little girls all dressed in royal blue with white boots in the front of the fort. Then a stake body truck with huge speakers in the back... 

Dont be in a hurry!

Dont be in a hurry!, Christiansted

 audreyrose Says:  Cruzians appreciate visitors greeting them with a smile and Good Morning, Good Afternoon or Good Evening BEFORE making requests or asking questions. It is not wise to try and rush someone, jump a queue, etc. as you will then be put at the end of the line. If going to DMV... 

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 Christenstead is the best preserved spot on the island. Take boat over to Buck Island & go snorkeling on the reefs. 

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Historic City

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 Christiansted is the former capital of the Danish West Indies. It is one of the two main towns on St. Croix (the largest one and least touristed of the U.S. Virgin Islands) and home to the... 

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Christiansted, St. Croix USVI

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 St Croix (you can say it 'St Croy') is less developed than rowdy St Thomas, so it's a good place to change down a gear, find isolated beaches and bend the elbow with locals not engaged in the tourist... 

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Andreas' St. Croix Page

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 St. Croix's history spans the rule of seven nations, each influencing the customs and architecture of the island. Columbus disovered the island in 1493 and called it Santa Cruz (Saint Croix).... 

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After 25 Years of Marriage

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Christiansted. I'd love to share with you the 3 tips I've written, the 22 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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St. Croix US Virgin Islands my home

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 When most travelers think of the US Virign Islands the first thing to come to mind is the cruise ship mecca of St. Thomas. St. John is very well known also for it's beautiful National Park and... 

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