3-day itinerary · Philipsburg

3 Days in Philipsburg: First-Time Highlights

This plan suits first-time visitors looking for a mix of sightseeing, culture and outdoor experiences in Philipsburg. Start with an island introduction and cultural exhibits, follow with birds and beaches, then finish with active exploring and nightlife.

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Day 1: Island sights and cultural discoveries

Get your bearings with private sightseeing before exploring Carnival history and movie-making culture.

  1. Private St Maarten Sightseeing Tour from Philipsburg

    Morning

    Private St Maarten Sightseeing Tour from Philipsburg

    Customize your sightseeing around your interests, creating a personal introduction to the island's highlights.

  2. Skip the Line Caribbean Carnival History Admission Ticket

    Afternoon

    Skip the Line Caribbean Carnival History Admission Ticket

    Explore vibrant costumes and interactive exhibits to add Carnival history and cultural context to your first visit.

  3. Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit (Hologram Tour) and Star Wars Celebrity

    Afternoon

    Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit (Hologram Tour) and Star Wars Celebrity

    Browse the movie exhibit and take the hologram tour for a distinctive screen-culture highlight.

Day 2: Bird encounters and beach highlights

Combine close-up bird encounters with beach sightseeing and a relaxed beach experience.

  1. Colorful Species Of Birds

    Morning

    Colorful Species Of Birds

    Meet colorful birds, learn about their behavior and feed them for an engaging outdoor wildlife experience.

  2. St Maarten Half Day Trip to Orient and Maho Beach

    Afternoon

    St Maarten Half Day Trip to Orient and Maho Beach

    Visit two featured beaches on one excursion, adding classic coastal scenery to your first-time itinerary.

  3. Big Bastard's Ultimate Great Bay Beach Day for 2 - Row 2/3/4

    Afternoon

    Big Bastard's Ultimate Great Bay Beach Day for 2 - Row 2/3/4

    Unwind with beach music, games and floaties, balancing sightseeing with a more leisurely outdoor experience.

Day 3: Outdoor exploring and nightlife

Switch to active island exploration before rounding out your visit with a private nightlife tour.

  1. Quads and Furious ATV Tours & Rentals

    Morning

    Quads and Furious ATV Tours & Rentals

    Explore by ATV for an adventurous perspective on the island's scenery.

  2. Dutchie's Electric Bicycle Rental's in Philipsburg Sint Maarten

    Afternoon

    Dutchie's Electric Bicycle Rental's in Philipsburg Sint Maarten

    Rent an electric bicycle and explore Philipsburg independently, adding a self-directed outdoor outing to your visit.

  3. Best Of St Maarten Private Nightlife Tour

    Evening

    Best Of St Maarten Private Nightlife Tour

    Join a private nightlife tour to experience another side of the island and finish beyond the daytime sightseeing circuit.

Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.