Downtown Philipsburg Travel Guide

Philipsburg

Downtown Philipsburg
St. Maarten Zoo featuring animals and zoo animals
Downtown Philipsburg
Downtown Philipsburg
Downtown Philipsburg

Popular places to visit

Museum of Sint Maarten showing art and interior views

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.

Museum of Sint Maarten
Philipsburg Courthouse

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 beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this romantic area.

Philipsburg Courthouse
Museum of Sint Maarten which includes art and interior views

Front Street District

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Front Street District during your visit to Philipsburg.

Front Street District
Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit

Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit in Philipsburg. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit
Great Bay Beach

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.

Great Bay Beach
Philipsburg Boardwalk

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.

Philipsburg Boardwalk

Things to do

At the border!

4-Hour Guided ATV/QUAD Tour of Sint Maarten/St. Martin

฿3,930
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
4-Hour Guided ATV/QUAD Tour of Sint Maarten/St. Martin
UTV/ ATV

UTV / ATV Guided Tour in Philipsburg

฿3,930
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
UTV / ATV Guided Tour in Philipsburg
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Divi Little Bay Beach Day Package

฿1,310
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Divi Little Bay Beach Day Package
Maho Beach - Beach Hopping Tour

St.Maarten Beach Hopping Tour

฿2,129
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
St.Maarten Beach Hopping Tour
Hakuna Matata - Catamaran day cruise

Hakuna Matata - St Maarten Catamaran day cruise

฿4,880
per adult
Hakuna Matata - St Maarten Catamaran day cruise
Best Of St Maarten Private Nightlife Tour

Best Of St Maarten Private Nightlife Tour

฿8,156
per traveller
Best Of St Maarten Private Nightlife Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Philipsburg

Holland House Beach Hotel

Holland House Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
Front Street 45, Philipsburg
The price is ฿7,378 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿7,378
฿8,854 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"I loved the morning front desk staff (I wish I remembered her name). She was knowledgeable and a pleasure to talk to. The food at the restaurant was delish and the atmosphere was a combination of vacation and corporate. Its like the ideal place for a business lunch even though I was not there on ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Holland House Beach Hotel
Seaview Beach Hotel

Seaview Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
#85C Front Street, Philipsburg
The price is ฿2,700 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿2,700
฿3,239 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (659 reviews)
"Can get better"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Seaview Beach Hotel
Horizon View Beach Hotel

Horizon View Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
Front Street, 49, Philipsburg
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and 5 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (420 reviews)
"Thank you"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

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Horizon View Beach Hotel
Sea Palace

Sea Palace

3 out of 5
Front Street 147, Philipsburg
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Orient Bay Beach and Maho ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (106 reviews)
"Great stay. Staff were very polite and professional. Accomodation excellent, large rooms, very clean and in a great location."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

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Sea Palace
Alicia's Inn

Alicia's Inn

2.5 out of 5
Backstreet 42, Philipsburg
Stay at this hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, concierge services and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (296 reviews)
"Alicia’s Inn is located at a very convenient location. Easy access to everything. Stores, shops, restaurants are all available in walking distance. Every one is friendly and welcoming and always asking if they can do anything for you. Room are nice and clean with great air conditioning which is a ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

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Alicia's Inn
The Pasanggrahan Royal Boutique Hotel

The Pasanggrahan Royal Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
19 Front Sreet, Philipsburg
The price is ฿6,430 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿6,430
฿7,716 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Orient Bay Beach and Maho Beach ...
7.8/10 Good! (90 reviews)
"Always a pleasure"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

The Pasanggrahan Royal Boutique Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Philipsburg

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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.

Fort William
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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 Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach.

Madame's Estate
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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 Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach.

Vineyard
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Hope Estate

While Hope Estate isn't home to many top sights, Sint Maarten Park and Guana Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hope Estate
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Sucker Garden

When in Sucker Garden, you can plan a visit to Sint Maarten Park and Guana Bay Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sucker Garden
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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.

Belair

Downtown Philipsburg Travel Guide