Downtown Philipsburg Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Philipsburg Courthouse
Philipsburg Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this romantic area.
Museum of Sint Maarten
Discover where the native population originally came from and learn about major events in the island’s colonial, social and natural past.
Front Street District
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Front Street District during your visit to Philipsburg.
Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit in Philipsburg. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Great Bay Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Great Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Philipsburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Philipsburg Boardwalk
Philipsburg Boardwalk is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Things to do
Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths
Divi Little Bay Beach Day Package
Lambada Sunset Sail with Open Bar & Snacks
Top hotels in Downtown Philipsburg
Holland House Beach Hotel
Wonderful staff, great location on the boardwalk
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Seaview Beach Hotel
Clean room and great staff
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Pasanggrahan Royal Boutique Hotel
The room was huge and spotlessly clean. Location was great with a beautiful view of the bay
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Horizon View Beach Hotel
The room was spotless, nice furnishings, the view spectacular.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Alicia's Inn
Room was clean and tidy, staff were very helpful, the only caveat is that the rooms are on the second floor with no elevator, so could be a challenge to get your luggage upstairs for some people
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Sea Palace
Both rooms wr had were on the low side of ok. The tile showers had broken tile around the sides of the entry edges. Doors didnt close properly from warping. The build is in need of an over hall. The staff was kind. But island time is a real thing. Our check in was supposed to be a 4 pm. I believe ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Philipsburg
Madame's Estate
While Madame's Estate may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.
Fort William
While Fort William may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.
Hope Estate
While Hope Estate isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Sint Maarten and Guana Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Vineyard
While Vineyard may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum of Sint Maarten and Great Bay Beach.
Sucker Garden
When in Sucker Garden, you can plan a visit to Guana Bay Beach and Dawn Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Belair
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Belair and surrounding area, you can visit Little Bay Beach and Great Bay Beach.
