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 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

Activities

At the border!

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

NZ$203
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
4-Hour Guided ATV/QUAD Tour of Sint Maarten/St. Martin
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Divi Little Bay Beach Day Package

NZ$68
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Divi Little Bay Beach Day Package
UTV/ ATV

UTV / ATV Guided Tour in Philipsburg

NZ$203
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
UTV / ATV Guided Tour in Philipsburg
Sunset Maho Beach

St.Maarten St.Martin Best Prime Tour

NZ$102
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
St.Maarten St.Martin Best Prime Tour
Simpson Bay Lagoon

For hotel guests: Guided ATV Tour Dutch/French St. Maarten - Highlights & Beach

NZ$204
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
For hotel guests: Guided ATV Tour Dutch/French St. Maarten - Highlights & Beach
Coastal off-roading

For cruise passengers: Guided ATV Tour of Dutch & French St. Maarten

NZ$204
per traveller
For cruise passengers: Guided ATV Tour of Dutch & French St. Maarten
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Our pick of the best Downtown Philipsburg Hotel Deals

Seaview Beach Hotel

Seaview Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
#85C Front Street, Philipsburg
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$168 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$168
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (681 reviews)
"The property is close to the stores on front street. Unfortunately to enter you have to go up a flight of stairs with your luggage. While resting I was called by the reception and she inquired if I took someone suitcase. I let her enter my room to check. This is rather inconvenient.Noone came back ..."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Seaview Beach Hotel
Holland House Beach Hotel

Holland House Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
Front Street 45, Philipsburg
The price is NZ$425 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$425
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was excellent and the staff were extremely helpful."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Holland House 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! (423 reviews)
"The room was clean and spacious"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

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Horizon View Beach Hotel
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! (299 reviews)
"The staff are excellent. Very helpful. Room is very comfortable good amenities"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 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$404 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$404
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 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
Sea Palace

Sea Palace

3 out of 5
Front Street 147, Philipsburg
The price is NZ$241 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$241
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Philipsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 June 2025

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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

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