5 days in U.S. Virgin Islands Itinerary

The gateway to the island of Saint John, Cruz Bay represents the island's largest town, port, and commercial center.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): enjoy the sand and surf at Trunk Bay Beach, thensteep yourself in history at Annaberg Sugar Plantation, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Leinster Bay. On the 4th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for gifts at R&I Patton Goldsmithing, thenget a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then kick back and relax at Maho Bay Beach.

To find photos, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Cruz Bay route maker app.

New York City, USA to Cruz Bay is an approximately 8-hour flight. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from New York City to Cruz Bay due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from New York City in July since evenings lows in Cruz Bay dip to °F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to ride a ferry to East End.

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Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sun): kick back and relax at Coki Point Beach, get to know the resident critters at Coral World Ocean Park, and then stroll through Sapphire Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Mon): admire the natural beauty at Phantasea Tropical Botanical Garden, thenenjoy the sand and surf at Magens Bay, and then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

For reviews, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the East End online travel route planner.

Getting from Cruz Bay to East End by ferry takes about an hour. July in East End sees daily highs of °F and lows of °F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.