About United States Virgin Islands

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent fine sandy beaches of United States Virgin Islands attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

United States Virgin Islands Best beaches

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Good for Relax

Grapetree beach

Christiansted 10.9 km
Very good
8.1
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Deserted • Small open area
5.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Turtle Bay beach

Cruz Bay 2.4 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Little Bay beach

Christiansted 2 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Deserted
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Turtle Bay beach II

Cruz Bay 2.1 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Jumbie beach

Cruz Bay 3.2 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Distant parking
0.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Shoys beach

Christiansted 4 km
Good
7.7
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Deserted
1 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 76 beaches in the country.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in United States Virgin Islands.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of United States Virgin Islands, they are as follows:

  • The country's beaches are mainly narrow, moderate length and have a medium level of cleanliness. The most common surface is fine sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 74.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in United States Virgin Islands is less than 500 meters. 75 beaches are relatively easy to access, 1 beach are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of United States Virgin Islands however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on United States Virgin Islands's beaches

Santa Maria Bay beach
10 Xavier Mitchell

We had a fantastic time at this place. It is split into two rentals that have a very similar appearance, and we were assigned the one on the right. The view is absolutely stunning, and both beaches in the two nearby coves are consistently deserted. The water is crystal clear with no presence of seaweed. The house itself is lovely and reasonably priced, and overall, our experience was delightful. We will definitely be returning in the future!

Prince Ruperts Cove
10 Annie D

This beach is a great place to escape to with its breathtaking scenery.

Little Bay beach
10 Jasper de Hoogte

This seaside spot boasts an impressive expanse of water that stretches out into the distance. However, don't be fooled by its majestic appearance - taking a dip in these depths comes with a hefty dose of danger. So, if you're feeling adventurous, go ahead and take the plunge. Just know that you're doing so at your own peril.

Jumbie beach
10 Samantha Greene

A helpful hint: visit this beach when Trunk Bay is crowded. I practically had the whole place to myself except for another couple. The water is crystal clear and ideal for swimming and snorkeling. It's a hidden treasure.

Brewers Bay beach
10 Lila McAllister

This beach has a stunning panorama of the airport runway, making it a perfect spot for plane enthusiasts to catch a glimpse of take-offs and landings. Additionally, there is a vast expanse of seaweed to explore. During our visit, we were fortunate enough to witness two sizable sea turtles and stingrays at twilight. The sunset view is also breathtaking, making this beach a must-visit destination.

Oppenheimer beach
10 Nathanial Kowalski

The location of Oppenheimer Beach on Google Maps is inaccurate, but it is still a wonderful beach.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 5 beaches in the country, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

Do you know how many beaches there are in United States Virgin Islands? In total there are 76 beaches and the most popular is Maho Bay beach.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in United States Virgin Islands?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in United States Virgin Islands, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 76 beaches in total, of which about 29 can be called high-rated.

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To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in United States Virgin Islands?

Most of the beaches located in United States Virgin Islands are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

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How to find uncrowded beaches in United States Virgin Islands?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in United States Virgin Islands by occupancy.

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Which beaches in United States Virgin Islands are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

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Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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