St Bart’s is a small island and walking around is a great way to explore the surroundings near your hotel or resort. The island is full of hills so walking long distances isn’t possible unless you are looking for a hike in the heat. It is possible to walk from your resort along the local beaches where shops and eateries can be found. The Gustavia area, which is the island’s capital is a splendid neighborhood to wander around where most of the shopping, restaurants, and bars are located. This is a charming area by the waterfront with the iconic red-roofed houses decorating the verdant hillside.

Cycling around the island of St Bart’s is a strenuous activity, and even the healthiest people may find this hard work. The island is filled with hills and the two-lane roads don’t really have sidewalks, so cycling can be dangerous with narrow roads and lots of traffic.

There are two taxi stations on St Bart, one is located at the airport and the other is in Gustavia at the dock, the island’s capital. You can book a taxi by phone (call 27-66-31 from Gustavia, or 27-75-81 from the airport). Typically destinations on the island are not that far from each other, so getting a taxi is an easy way to get around, but if this is your only means of transportation the prices can add up quickly. A typical rate from the airport to Cul-de-Sac is around €20 and the fares go up around 50% between 8 pm and 6 am. A taxi journey from Gustavia to Anse de Toiny on the east coast can run between €30 to €60.

Renting a car while stating on St Bart’s is highly recommended as there is no public transportation and neighborhoods and beaches are quite spread out. To fully explore the island, a car is the best way to get around and discover the hidden beaches, coves, neighborhoods, and eateries. The prices for renting cars on the island change during the low, middle, and high seasons which can vary with each rental agency. The island offers 20 rental car agencies including Avis and Hertz, rental cars are available at the airport and companies can deliver the cars to your hotel. The roads on the island can be very steep, narrow, and winding with hairpin turns, drivers should use extreme caution.

Being an island, St Bart’s offers visitors many opportunities to get around by boat. There are many boat tours available, including island hopping, diving, and snorkeling excursions, chartering a boat or yacht, or taking a sunset cruise. Check with your hotel concierge for more information.

St. Barts is a glamorous French-speaking Caribbean island known for appealing to the rich and famous, with a wide array of stunning beaches. Luxurious resorts, designer shopping options, and world-class cuisine. The island exudes sophistication, stunning natural beauty, and a laid back island atmosphere. The red-roofed capital of Gustavia is a quaint harbor town where luxury yachts bob in the water and designer shopping can be done on the shores. Vibrant galleries line the streets and mouth-watering French-inspired cuisine is served at gourmet restaurants.

The sparkling blue waters around the island are filled with exciting things to do including yacht charters, sailing, surfing, fishing, diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and kite surfing. A colorful full calendar of exciting events and festivals is on offer in St. Barts with sporting events to movie and music festivals. The historic ruins of Fort Gustave offer stunning views over the island, the Wall House Museum takes visitors back through the islands past and Vieux Clocher is the oldest building in Gustavia. Quiet, secluded beaches trim the island like Saline Beach with white sand stretching for miles and one of the best beaches in the Caribbean, lapped by gorgeous shades of blue water. Happening nightlife spots can be found at St. Jean Beach where famed beach clubs like Nikki Beach are located with top-notch service, wild parties, and spectacular views.

St. Barts is a stunning French Caribbean island getaway boasting 14 tropical beaches and miles of idyllic coastline and sparkling warm waters. A tropical utopia and the ultimate relaxation destination with upscale accommodations and amenities. The arid volcanic interior landscape is filled with exciting activities and stunning scenic beauty. Lounge on the beaches, shop at chic boutiques, dine at waterfront restaurants, and join in the exciting nightlife all while winding down to island time.

The best time to visit St. Barts is November to June, these months offer affordable accommodations and the daily average temperatures range between 70-90 degrees. Accommodations at this time of year can be up to 50% off and the beaches are much less crowded and no waits at restaurants. The hottest time of year is June to September with daily average temperatures in the 90s and December is considered to be peak season when accommodations can be extremely expensive and sold out, they need to be booked at least six months in advance. Rainy seasons are September, October, and November when tropical downpours are common in the afternoons. The island’s tradewinds bring refreshing breezes from the northeast throughout the year. The water temperatures on the coast stay between 68-74 degrees.

We recommend 7-10 days based on what you want to see and do. We offer flexible vacation packages so you can select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel, and activities. We suggest a minimum of 3 nights in larger cities.