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Cruiseliner docks at St Croix © lemoncat1
Overview: Quieter than St Thomas or St John, the port of St Croix doesn't see nearly as many cruise liners as it could, but for some, this is a good thing. The unspoilt island is a haven for those who enjoy a less touristy destination and it offers a multitude of activities for day visitors. Key sights include the rainforest, which can be seen on foot or horseback, the beautiful St. George Botanical Gardens, scuba diving in Buck Island National Park and a visit to Fort Christiansvaern in Christiansted, which is one of the best-preserved colonial forts in the Virgin Islands and a US National Monument. Most ships dock at the pier in Frederiksted, but smaller ships carrying less than 200 passengers dock in Christiansted, the larger of the two cities. Transport into either one of the cities and between the two is quick and cheap.
Contact:

St Croix Tourism Office, 52 King Street

Tel: +1 303 680 5640

www.stcroixtourism.com

webmaster@StCroizTourism.com

Transport: Visitors can stroll along the waterfront and taxis can be easily hailed at the foot of the pier and fares are set for two or more passengers. Some taxi drivers will negotiate fares for 1 passenger. Car Rental companies can be found in Christiansted. Privately owned shared taxis, known locally as 'taxi buses', are also available and fares should be negotiated beforehand.
Attractions: Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve offers some of the best scuba diving in the Caribbean and is also where Christopher Columbus first docked. Fort Federik is a must see for history buffs and Cruzan Rum Distillery is worth a visit. The rainforests and old sugar plantations are also popular sights.
Restaurants:
  • The Blue Moon - great affordable lunch spot with views over the water
  • Stixx on the Waterfront - casual eatery in Christiansted
  • Le St. Tropez - laid back French bistro with patio seating

Best dish: Local linefish

Shopping: There is plenty of duty-free shopping to do in St Croix with the usual duty-free items available. Most of the shopping in Frederiksted is centred between two main streets, namely Strand St. and King St. In Christiansted there are more smaller shops selling jewellery and art around the tiny narrow streets.

Best buy: Cruzan Rum and Crucian "hook" bracelet

Excursions:
  • Explore Buck Island National Park
  • Ride on horseback riding through the rainforest
  • Take a guided kayaking trip
  • Tour the Cruzan Rum Distillery
  • Scuba dive the pristine waters



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