Ravindra’s guidebook: Welcome to Philipsburg, St. Maarten! 🌴🇸🇽

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Ravindra’s guidebook: Welcome to Philipsburg, St. Maarten! 🌴🇸🇽

Food scene

This list contains local favorite restaurants, iconic restaurants, and coffee shops located within walking distance/nearby by car to the unit
This restaurant serves great cocktails, liquors, shots, beers, and juices. They even cook local specialities like Creole Grouper or Creole Chicken, Steaks, Pasta, Pizzas, Tapas, Ribs, Burgers and Sandwiches! It is also family-friendly. *Located 3-5 mins (walking) from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
12 locals recommend
Taloula Mango’s Caribbean Café
Boardwalk
12 locals recommend
This restaurant serves great cocktails, liquors, shots, beers, and juices. They even cook local specialities like Creole Grouper or Creole Chicken, Steaks, Pasta, Pizzas, Tapas, Ribs, Burgers and Sandwiches! It is also family-friendly. *Located 3-5 mins (walking) from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
This restaurant offers great home-style island food as well as basic bar food with an Island Twist! It has great reviews and is located on the Boardwalk. Food options include, but are not limited to: Fried Calamari Rings, Curry Chicken, Ribs, Stewed Oxtail, Whole Red Snapper, and Jerk Chicken Philly. *Located 5-10 mins away from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
Lazy Lizard Beach Bar & Grill St. Maarten
5 Boardwalk
This restaurant offers great home-style island food as well as basic bar food with an Island Twist! It has great reviews and is located on the Boardwalk. Food options include, but are not limited to: Fried Calamari Rings, Curry Chicken, Ribs, Stewed Oxtail, Whole Red Snapper, and Jerk Chicken Philly. *Located 5-10 mins away from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
St. Maarten’s is filled with amazing food options, but there is only one place in St. Maarten where you will find the world’s most delicious burger. Savor the juicy flavor of our Legendary® Burger inside our air-conditioned, Caribbean-inspired dining room or enjoy the warm sun and pleasant sea breeze while sipping on a cocktail on our outdoor terrace. Whether you just disembarked from a cruise ship or have lived here your entire life, you’ll be welcomed and taken care of by our energetic, hardworking staff of music enthusiasts, who are ready to provide you with everything you need to enjoy an amazing meal. *Located 7-10 mins (walking) from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
Hard Rock Cafe
St. Maarten’s is filled with amazing food options, but there is only one place in St. Maarten where you will find the world’s most delicious burger. Savor the juicy flavor of our Legendary® Burger inside our air-conditioned, Caribbean-inspired dining room or enjoy the warm sun and pleasant sea breeze while sipping on a cocktail on our outdoor terrace. Whether you just disembarked from a cruise ship or have lived here your entire life, you’ll be welcomed and taken care of by our energetic, hardworking staff of music enthusiasts, who are ready to provide you with everything you need to enjoy an amazing meal. *Located 7-10 mins (walking) from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
Not only are they known for their array of frappes, but they also offer sweet and savoury delights. *Located 5-10 mins (walking) from the unit - On Frontstreet*
Coffee Lounge
4 Front Street
Not only are they known for their array of frappes, but they also offer sweet and savoury delights. *Located 5-10 mins (walking) from the unit - On Frontstreet*
Located on the Boardwalk, Burger Madness offers a variety of burger dishes, with enough choices to please any palette. Beef, chicken, veggie and fish burgers are all prepared with the freshest ingredients. Even the buns are baked on site and the fries cut from potatoes. It's no wonder this restaurant has high reviews. *Located 5-10 mins (walking) from the unit - On the Boardwalk*
Burger Madness
101 Voorstraat
Located on the Boardwalk, Burger Madness offers a variety of burger dishes, with enough choices to please any palette. Beef, chicken, veggie and fish burgers are all prepared with the freshest ingredients. Even the buns are baked on site and the fries cut from potatoes. It's no wonder this restaurant has high reviews. *Located 5-10 mins (walking) from the unit - On the Boardwalk*
Chesterfields is an ocean front Restaurant & Bar located in Philipsburg, St. Maarten near the cruise port. It is overlooking the majestic view of Great Bay Beach & the Marina, and for over 30 years considered as the culinary hotspot of St. Maarten. Chesterfields is a cozy, friendly and breezy nautical-themed restaurant that daily serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Chesterfields became famous for its large variety of top quality seafood on the menu. They take full advantage of the ocean’s treasure by serving Lobster, Shrimp, Scallops and fresh fish including Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and Conch Fritters. For those who prefer meat; prime cut steak, chicken sandwiches, burgers and roast duck are also part of the menu. *Located 10 mins away from unit (walking); 5 mins away (by car) from the unit*
36 locals recommend
Chesterfields Restaurant & Bar
Juancho Yrausquin Boulevard
36 locals recommend
Chesterfields is an ocean front Restaurant & Bar located in Philipsburg, St. Maarten near the cruise port. It is overlooking the majestic view of Great Bay Beach & the Marina, and for over 30 years considered as the culinary hotspot of St. Maarten. Chesterfields is a cozy, friendly and breezy nautical-themed restaurant that daily serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Chesterfields became famous for its large variety of top quality seafood on the menu. They take full advantage of the ocean’s treasure by serving Lobster, Shrimp, Scallops and fresh fish including Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and Conch Fritters. For those who prefer meat; prime cut steak, chicken sandwiches, burgers and roast duck are also part of the menu. *Located 10 mins away from unit (walking); 5 mins away (by car) from the unit*
The old cedar townhouse on Frontstreet is a local landmark & legend. Built on the site of an ancient synagogue (abandoned in 1781), it was once the Governor's home. Now it is the Guavaberry Company's World Headquarters. The retail shop is run by Claudine Ruan & Deita Mullen, Frontstreet legends too. *Located 5-7 mins away (walking) from the unit* - On Fronstreet
Guavaberry Emporium
8 Voorstraat
The old cedar townhouse on Frontstreet is a local landmark & legend. Built on the site of an ancient synagogue (abandoned in 1781), it was once the Governor's home. Now it is the Guavaberry Company's World Headquarters. The retail shop is run by Claudine Ruan & Deita Mullen, Frontstreet legends too. *Located 5-7 mins away (walking) from the unit* - On Fronstreet
A great spot to stop for a quick meal as you tour the Boardwalk in Philipsburg, Caribbean Blend serves up heaping servings of island favorites and lets you relax with a cold drink in an open air setting. *Located 5-10 mins away from the unit*
Caribbean Blend
99 Voorstraat
A great spot to stop for a quick meal as you tour the Boardwalk in Philipsburg, Caribbean Blend serves up heaping servings of island favorites and lets you relax with a cold drink in an open air setting. *Located 5-10 mins away from the unit*
Sheer restaurant started and continues to serve a Euro-Carib cuisine from a romantic atmosphere since April 2009. Conveniently located in Philipsburg’s Promenade Mall opposite Horizon View Beach Hotel and The Philipsburg Catholic Church is an exquisite, elegant, chic and sumptuous establishment that offers both lunch and dinner and has an extensive wine list. Sheer is the perfect place to get great cuisine at lunch time or to unwind for dinner. With a private dining room, bar and lounge it is the perfect place to host Cocktail Parties, Birthdays and Anniversaries, Corporate Events and Meetings and even Weddings. *Located 5-10 mins away from the unit (walking)*
Sheer Restaurant
44 Voorstraat
Sheer restaurant started and continues to serve a Euro-Carib cuisine from a romantic atmosphere since April 2009. Conveniently located in Philipsburg’s Promenade Mall opposite Horizon View Beach Hotel and The Philipsburg Catholic Church is an exquisite, elegant, chic and sumptuous establishment that offers both lunch and dinner and has an extensive wine list. Sheer is the perfect place to get great cuisine at lunch time or to unwind for dinner. With a private dining room, bar and lounge it is the perfect place to host Cocktail Parties, Birthdays and Anniversaries, Corporate Events and Meetings and even Weddings. *Located 5-10 mins away from the unit (walking)*
Visit Mastershake on the boardwalk to enjoy delicious shakes and smoothies. Their shakes are made with natural fruits. *Located 5 mins away from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
MasterShake st maarten
85 Boardwalk
Visit Mastershake on the boardwalk to enjoy delicious shakes and smoothies. Their shakes are made with natural fruits. *Located 5 mins away from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
Offers great, fresh gelato! Perfect for a hot day. *Located 5 mins away from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
Gelateria Milano
14A Boardwalk
Offers great, fresh gelato! Perfect for a hot day. *Located 5 mins away from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
Authentic mouthwatering Nepalese/ Indian/ Chinese/ Newari and other mix cuisines *Located 10-15 mins away from the unit (walking)* ; 5 mins by car - Located on the Boardwalk
Newa Chopstix
92 Front Street
Authentic mouthwatering Nepalese/ Indian/ Chinese/ Newari and other mix cuisines *Located 10-15 mins away from the unit (walking)* ; 5 mins by car - Located on the Boardwalk
They are known for their great, authentic Caribbean food! *Located 5-7 mins away from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
Maxine's Caribbean Grill & Bar
They are known for their great, authentic Caribbean food! *Located 5-7 mins away from the unit* - On the Boardwalk
The Dutch (as well as the French) are well-known for their high-quality cheese, so it's no surprise that the island is home to this little store with an outstanding selection. Just a short walk from the cruise ships in downtown Phillipsburg, the Amsterdam Cheese and Liquor Store make an excellent final stop before boarding the vessel, which also sells ice cream, Dutch shoes, cheese knives, stroopwafels (think waffle wafers), licorice, and a selection of fine wines and local rum. Wheels of gouda are the popular item but the friendly staff lets visitors try numerous samples of cheese so they can pick their favorite, with wine pairings as well.
Amsterdam Cheese and Liquor Store
1 Juancho Yrausquin Blvd
The Dutch (as well as the French) are well-known for their high-quality cheese, so it's no surprise that the island is home to this little store with an outstanding selection. Just a short walk from the cruise ships in downtown Phillipsburg, the Amsterdam Cheese and Liquor Store make an excellent final stop before boarding the vessel, which also sells ice cream, Dutch shoes, cheese knives, stroopwafels (think waffle wafers), licorice, and a selection of fine wines and local rum. Wheels of gouda are the popular item but the friendly staff lets visitors try numerous samples of cheese so they can pick their favorite, with wine pairings as well.

Sightseeing

This list includes popular historical places and novel attractions that are located within walking distance/nearby by car to the unit
The Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit is a museum made by special-effects designer Nick Maley with Star Wars props and costumes. It also has a gift shop. *Located 5-8 mins away from the unit*
Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit
19A Voorstraat
The Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit is a museum made by special-effects designer Nick Maley with Star Wars props and costumes. It also has a gift shop. *Located 5-8 mins away from the unit*
The Courthouse in Philipsburg was built in 1793, destroyed by a hurricane and rebuilt in 1825 by slaves. It is a simple and robust building to which attributing an architectural style is difficult with its cornerstones and arches. It first served as home to Captain John Philips, founder and namesake of Philipsburg and will then become a fire station, a post office and the Philipsburg City Hall. Handcrafted wooden pineapple at the top represents the symbol of hospitality. *Located 10 mins away from the unit*
Courthouse
Front Street
The Courthouse in Philipsburg was built in 1793, destroyed by a hurricane and rebuilt in 1825 by slaves. It is a simple and robust building to which attributing an architectural style is difficult with its cornerstones and arches. It first served as home to Captain John Philips, founder and namesake of Philipsburg and will then become a fire station, a post office and the Philipsburg City Hall. Handcrafted wooden pineapple at the top represents the symbol of hospitality. *Located 10 mins away from the unit*
Arawak pottery shards, plantation-era artifacts, period photos and a few items from HMS Proselyte, the frigate that sank off Fort Amsterdam in 1801, are among the displays at this island history museum, along with exhibits covering 1995's devastating Hurricane Luis, the salt industry and slavery. The little shop downstairs sells an assortment of Caribbean arts and crafts. *Located 7-10 mins away from the unit*
St. Maarten Museum
7 Voorstraat
Arawak pottery shards, plantation-era artifacts, period photos and a few items from HMS Proselyte, the frigate that sank off Fort Amsterdam in 1801, are among the displays at this island history museum, along with exhibits covering 1995's devastating Hurricane Luis, the salt industry and slavery. The little shop downstairs sells an assortment of Caribbean arts and crafts. *Located 7-10 mins away from the unit*
White-sand beach & boardwalk with a variety of nearby restaurants, shops, hotels & casinos *Located 5 mins away from the unit*
10 locals recommend
Great Bay Beach
10 locals recommend
White-sand beach & boardwalk with a variety of nearby restaurants, shops, hotels & casinos *Located 5 mins away from the unit*
Solid ATV - Scooter Rental is the exclusive AUTHORIZED company for all the Guided ATV Island Tours of the Cruise Lines (Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Carnival, Celebrity, etc.) on St. Maarten. The company has been servicing the cruise line industry since 2009 and presently has an inventory of more than sixty (60) well maintained and fully insured ATVs. Customized tours for special events, occasions are available with prior notice. The tour takes approx. 4-5 hours with stops in Marigot, Philipsburg, Simpson Bay, Oyster Bay, etc. *Located approx. 5-10 mins away by car*
Solid ATV - Scooter Rental
Solid ATV - Scooter Rental is the exclusive AUTHORIZED company for all the Guided ATV Island Tours of the Cruise Lines (Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Carnival, Celebrity, etc.) on St. Maarten. The company has been servicing the cruise line industry since 2009 and presently has an inventory of more than sixty (60) well maintained and fully insured ATVs. Customized tours for special events, occasions are available with prior notice. The tour takes approx. 4-5 hours with stops in Marigot, Philipsburg, Simpson Bay, Oyster Bay, etc. *Located approx. 5-10 mins away by car*
Philipsburg is the capital of Sint Maarten, the Dutch side of the Caribbean island Saint Martin. Bargain hunters flock to the duty-free and sales-tax-free stores of Philipsburg's mile-long commercial district. Visitors also enjoy the city's art galleries, historic forts, casinos and zoo, as well as Great Bay Beach and its boardwalk.
123 locals recommend
Philipsburg
123 locals recommend
Philipsburg is the capital of Sint Maarten, the Dutch side of the Caribbean island Saint Martin. Bargain hunters flock to the duty-free and sales-tax-free stores of Philipsburg's mile-long commercial district. Visitors also enjoy the city's art galleries, historic forts, casinos and zoo, as well as Great Bay Beach and its boardwalk.
If you're looking for jewelry, alcohol, cigars, t-shirts or souvenirs then you've hit the jackpot! There are also great photo ops!
Historic Old Street
If you're looking for jewelry, alcohol, cigars, t-shirts or souvenirs then you've hit the jackpot! There are also great photo ops!
The unofficial town center, featuring an 18th-century courthouse and a tourist information booth. Also has great photo ops! *Located 5-10 mins away from the unit (walking)* - On the Boardwalk
Cyrus Wathey Square
Voorstraat
The unofficial town center, featuring an 18th-century courthouse and a tourist information booth. Also has great photo ops! *Located 5-10 mins away from the unit (walking)* - On the Boardwalk
Diamond Casino, located at #1 Front Street at the heart of the capital of St Maarten, Philipsburg, features over 140 state of the art slot machines and seven tables games. You can choose from roulette, blackjack, Caribbean poker and three card poker. Open every day from 11 am to 3 am • Double points on slots on Sundays! *Located 5 mins (walk) from the unit*
diamond casino sxm
1 Voorstraat
Diamond Casino, located at #1 Front Street at the heart of the capital of St Maarten, Philipsburg, features over 140 state of the art slot machines and seven tables games. You can choose from roulette, blackjack, Caribbean poker and three card poker. Open every day from 11 am to 3 am • Double points on slots on Sundays! *Located 5 mins (walk) from the unit*

Water Activities

Sea Trek St Maarten is a unique, easy, safe and exciting way to discover the underwater world in St Maarten. This guided walking tour will have you walking on the bottom of the sea where you will see a sunken submarine, helicopter and more. The tour takes approximately 2.5 hours.
Sea Trek® Helmet Diving
22 Juancho Yrausquin Blvd
Sea Trek St Maarten is a unique, easy, safe and exciting way to discover the underwater world in St Maarten. This guided walking tour will have you walking on the bottom of the sea where you will see a sunken submarine, helicopter and more. The tour takes approximately 2.5 hours.
The St. Maarten 12 Metre Regatta is one of most unique boating charters in the world. It is also consistently voted the top shore excursion in the Caribbean. *Located 5-10 mins by car from the unit*
St Maarten 12 Metre Regatta
Juancho Yrausquin Boulevard
The St. Maarten 12 Metre Regatta is one of most unique boating charters in the world. It is also consistently voted the top shore excursion in the Caribbean. *Located 5-10 mins by car from the unit*

Essentials

This list includes grocery stores and pharmacies.
Located in the heart of Philipsburg, Fairway Mark It provides the community with a very wide variety of products at the best possible pricing structure.
Fairway Mark It
Located in the heart of Philipsburg, Fairway Mark It provides the community with a very wide variety of products at the best possible pricing structure.
Located in the Heart of Sint Maarten, find us at Cannegieter Street #10 where former Afoo Supermarket used to be, just across Super Plaza in Philipsburg! New Super Value Market offers a wide variety of products, specialty Indian and Chinese groceries sections, weekly fresh produce, great prices in meats, and monthly specials. *Located 5 mins away from the unit (walking)*
New Super Value Market
Located in the Heart of Sint Maarten, find us at Cannegieter Street #10 where former Afoo Supermarket used to be, just across Super Plaza in Philipsburg! New Super Value Market offers a wide variety of products, specialty Indian and Chinese groceries sections, weekly fresh produce, great prices in meats, and monthly specials. *Located 5 mins away from the unit (walking)*
Their multi-lingual staff can assist you in English, French, Dutch and Spanish! Professional staff includes a full-time pharmacist to offer consultation and expert advice.
Front Street Pharmacy | Drugstore Pharmacie Philipsburg, St Maarten, Saint Martin, SXM
35 Voorstraat
Their multi-lingual staff can assist you in English, French, Dutch and Spanish! Professional staff includes a full-time pharmacist to offer consultation and expert advice.
Philipsburg Pharmacy is located in the island’s Dutch side capital of Philipsburg, close to the Dr. AC Wathey Cruise Port and serves the people of St Maarten and the visitors to our island. They offer an extensive listing of Prescription Medicines as well as a wide selection of Over the Counter (OTC) drugs and medications. The Drugstore section features the best products to protect your body against sun damage and relief, as well as skin care and beauty products, wellness products, natural supplements, vitamins and much more.
Philipsburg Pharmacy
4 Voges Straat
Philipsburg Pharmacy is located in the island’s Dutch side capital of Philipsburg, close to the Dr. AC Wathey Cruise Port and serves the people of St Maarten and the visitors to our island. They offer an extensive listing of Prescription Medicines as well as a wide selection of Over the Counter (OTC) drugs and medications. The Drugstore section features the best products to protect your body against sun damage and relief, as well as skin care and beauty products, wellness products, natural supplements, vitamins and much more.