Sandra Hodge's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Brewers Bay Beach
Drake's Seat
Route 37See Magens Bay and other mini islands from this breathtaking view!
Beaches
Near-by beaches within 5-7 minutes from Amantine Place
Lindbergh Bay Beach
Rte 302Beautiful and Nearby
Magens Bay Beach
Shopping
Great shopping and sight seeing. Jewelry (gold, silver, diamonds, gems and more), perfumes, souvenirs and keepsakes, restaurants, and historical sights
17 locals recommend
Main Street
Main StreetGreat shopping and sight seeing. Jewelry (gold, silver, diamonds, gems and more), perfumes, souvenirs and keepsakes, restaurants, and historical sights
Shopping for jewelry, perfume, souvenirs and great laces to eat are also available. Near to Al Cohen’s Mini mall and other food options. Havensight is also where the cruise ships would dock
39 locals recommend
Havensight Mall
Shopping for jewelry, perfume, souvenirs and great laces to eat are also available. Near to Al Cohen’s Mini mall and other food options. Havensight is also where the cruise ships would dock
Food scene
Arians
103 Subbase RoadLocal delicacies, including seafood.
The Green House
Our family enjoys the sliders, wraps, bang bang shrimp plus.
The Delly Deck
Route 30All day breakfast option, in and outdoor seating.
Tickles Dockside Pub
8168 Crown Bay MarinaGreat for breakfast and lunch, bar available
Nice setting outdoor, Italian, delicious. Set in Psalm Passage, love the atmosphere.
38 locals recommend
Amalia Café
5143 Palm PassageNice setting outdoor, Italian, delicious. Set in Psalm Passage, love the atmosphere.
Very tasty, local dishes and beverages like Passion fruit juice. Great for lunch.
13 locals recommend
G & D's Restaurant
8124 Subbase RoadVery tasty, local dishes and beverages like Passion fruit juice. Great for lunch.
Interesting location, local dishes. Nice portions (may need a "to go bag")
39 locals recommend
Gladys' Café
5600 Royal Dane MallInteresting location, local dishes. Nice portions (may need a "to go bag")
The food is tasty, bar with all types of drinks, there is live music, open air and lots of parking
38 locals recommend
Sib's Mountain Cafe
33-5 Estate ElizabethThe food is tasty, bar with all types of drinks, there is live music, open air and lots of parking
The food is visible, hot home cooked food, full of flavor, great options and no waiting once your get to the head of the line.
6 locals recommend
Island Flavor
The food is visible, hot home cooked food, full of flavor, great options and no waiting once your get to the head of the line.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Car / Jeep rentals, taxis, safaris (open multi-passenger).
Driving is on the left side of the road. If you are Not driving, rent a vehicle or stick with the same taxi to get you to your desired destinations on island. Rentals are like hot cakes and it is wise to reserve your vehicle(s) early.
Don't miss
Trip to St. John Island
Once on the boat (or barge with your rental vehicle) the ride is about 10 minutes.
What to pack
Bring sneakers, sandals or slippers, swim suit
Follow the current CDC guidelines for COVID safety
Customs and culture
Give the greeting if the day:
Saying Good morning, afternoon or evening goes a long way with locals.
Traveling with kids
Visit Coral World
Children will love the under water observatory.