Downtown Philipsburg Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

Museum of Sint Maarten showing interior views and art

Museum of Sint Maarten

Shipwreck stories, native culture and colonial history can be discovered at this wonderful Philipsburg museum.

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 featuring 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 romantic 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

Activities

At the border!

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

NZ$167
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

NZ$200
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
UTV / ATV Guided Tour in Philipsburg
Maho Beach - Beach Hopping Tour

St.Maarten Beach Hopping Tour

NZ$108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
St.Maarten Beach Hopping Tour
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Divi Little Bay Beach Day Package

NZ$67
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Divi Little Bay Beach Day Package
Hakuna Matata - Catamaran day cruise

Hakuna Matata - St Maarten Catamaran day cruise

NZ$248
per adult
Hakuna Matata - St Maarten Catamaran day cruise
SUN & FUN COMBO Jetski + ATV

Sun & Fun Combo Jetski/ATV

NZ$333
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Sun & Fun Combo Jetski/ATV
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Our pick of the best Downtown Philipsburg Hotel Deals

Holland House Beach Hotel

Holland House Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
Front Street 45, Philipsburg
The price is NZ$426 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$426
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Holland House Beach Hotel
Seaview Beach Hotel

Seaview Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
#85C Front Street, Philipsburg
The price is NZ$167 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$167
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (645 reviews)
"It was so quiet,staff are very helpfull ,bar is expensive and beach breathtaking ."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 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 WiFi, a beach locale, and 5 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (416 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 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 WiFi, a beach locale, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Maho Beach and Orient Bay ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (103 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 WiFi, concierge services, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (294 reviews)
"Property has pretty comfortable beds and pillows, the place is clean and the staff is very friendly. The odd parts are that the property isn't staffed past 5PM and trying to find parking is not close or fun and (at least in July) much of the area is just closed and not busy, making for little to ..."

Reviewed on 14 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 NZ$399 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$399
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Maho Beach and Orient Bay Beach ...
7.8/10 Good! (89 reviews)
"With the assistance of desk staff , Tacoma, a personal property loss at the airport was resolved with his efficiency, knowledge, and kindness. kudos to him! Property appears to be in need of renovation and updated maintenance. Stairs difficult without a working elevator. No ability to lock the sliding ..."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 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 Great 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, 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

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