Top St Maarten Cultural Tours

Experience the best of St. Martin and St. Maarten in a short amount of time on this tour that explores both sides of the island. Start on the French side, Saint-Martin, for a visit to Oyster Pond, and a drive through the fishing village of Grand Case. Then head to Sint Maarten on the Dutch side to visit the world-famous Maho Beach and Bell's Lookout Point.

Let us take you on a memorable tour of St Maarten. A must-do for any trip to the Caribbean, you can avoid the crowds by booking with us and exploring the wonders of the town at your own pace. As this is a private tour, we can cater to your needs. Swim in Mullet Bay, enjoy some duty-free shopping, feast on the local cuisine – you pick from our itinerary, and make the day one for the books.

Our private tours are premium tours with connected and comfortable vehicles from a premium fleet. Our trips can be personalized to your liking, according to your preferences. Our discovery stops are carefully selected to be memorable places not to be missed! (the most beautiful pictorial spots, the most beautiful beaches, places marked with stories, local open-air markets, the best shops at unbeatable prices, mythical places known internationally & many other surprises) The satisfaction of our travelers is our priority. Don't miss this private tour on this famous island full of culture Always at your service

Whether you're a history enthusiast, an art lover, food or simply curious about the local culture, our cultural walking tour in Marigot is a must-do activity during your visit to Saint-Martin. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this charming town and gain a deeper appreciation for its rich heritage.

With our tours we not only take you to a location but we also provide the history of the location for the customer so they can make their own memories of the tour. Our Tour guides and drivers are verse in the history of the island and are multilingual. Some tours can be groups and we also provide private tours as it is booked by the customer. Tailor made tours as per the customer requests.

Get to know St Maarten's nightlife on this private 5-hour tour from Philipsburg. With your dedicated guide, decide how you'd like to spend your evening: relaxing in a mellow beach lounge, getting wild on the dance floor or hitting up some of the favorite local watering holes. Get around the island in a clean, comfortable private vehicle and take advantage of your local guide/driver's expert knowledge of the nightlife scene. Round-trip transportation from Philipsburg hotels is provided.

Immerse yourself in the best of two worlds on this Twin City Shopping Tour – Visit Marigot (French Capital) & Philipsburg (Dutch Capital) where elegance meets bargains, and every corner unveils a unique treasure! First, we head out to Marigot for 1.5 to 2 hours of shopping time. Then traverse back to the Dutch side to explore Philipsburg, the shopping paradise of the Caribbean. The bustling boardwalk boasts a dazzling array of shops and vendors, with the highest concentration of jewelry stores globally. Souvenir shops, bars with Caribbean rums, swimwear boutiques, and more await your discovery. Tour Highlights: Marigot: French elegance with sidewalk cafes, designer boutiques, and a vibrant market scene. Don't miss the panoramic view from Fort Saint Louis. Philipsburg: Dutch shopping haven featuring duty-free delights in electronics, perfumes, jewelry, and souvenirs. Indulge in a variety of dining options, from beachside to fine dining.

Discover St Maarten’s one-of-a-kind underwater sculpture park, Under SXM, with the people who know it best — the creators, builders, and owners of the park itself. This 2-hour adventure begins with a short scenic 10 minute boat ride from Great Bay to Little Bay, where over 300 sculptures transform the seafloor into a breathtaking gallery teeming with marine life. Your expert guide will join you in the water, sharing insider stories about the design, build, and installation of the park, while also pointing out fascinating sea life along the way. Snorkel gear and safety floats are provided, and optional digital underwater photos can be purchased onboard to capture your memories. With three tours daily at 9am, 11.30am & 2pm and a meeting point just a 10-15 minute walk from the cruise ship terminal, this experience is designed to be easy, memorable, and stress-free. We guarantee you’ll always be back to your cruise ship or your sun lounger on time.

St Maarten – St Martin has a unique and fascinating cultural heritage, our local identity. One Island, One People! Our cultural heritage is rich with generational lessons of flora and fauna, food and drink, music and dance, language and trade. As Sint Maarteners, we have much to be proud of. The history of our people is embedded in the stories of our ancestors, the music and dance of our souls, the food and the remedies of our soil, and the occupation of our hands. The cultural heritage of a nation or region is not solely composed of monuments and museum collections, but also of living intangible expressions inherited from our ancestors and passed on to our descendants. Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) has been recognized because of its value to the people of every nation, creed and tongue. Our half day Cultural Heritage Tour is very informative, for the mind, the body, the eyes as well as the taste buds.

Born & raised on St. Maarten, one of our main focus is customer experience while visiting. Over the years, we have seen and experienced the tourism growth on the island, so we have an idea of what visitors wants to see and experience. With English the language we were educated in and is spoken at home, helps us to communicate easily and effectively with most visitors to the island. Our tours are designed to enlighten and educate our visitors, while showcasing the islands diversity, history, culture and uniqueness. Imagine sharing 37 square miles of land, beaches, natural reserves and experiencising the open borders between the French & the Dutch side of the St.Maarten. On our tours, we stop so you can capture the moment, shop for souvenoirs in Marigot or Philipsburg, or delight yourself in our local cuisine & or pastries. Come with us and experience "The one island, 2 nation" concept, as we take you on this journey for the day.

Embark on a journey of style and comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle, guided by insightful narration about the landscapes and rich history of St. Maarten/St. Martin. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of local artists by visiting their homes or galleries, including renowned Artist like Alexandra Minguet, Ruby Bute and Roland Richardson. Art Box Gallery, features over 20 artists from the island and the Caribbean, offering opportunities to acquire precious works of art and unique souvenirs.

Get to know some of the local artists on the island of St. Maarten during this half-day small-group tour. Visit both the French and Dutch sides and discover the eclectic artworks of four artists of your choice. Explore the galleries and studios and learn about each artist’s process as you chat with them. Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and homemade banana bread at one of the stops.

The first interactive Caribbean Carnival museum in the world with over 8,000 sq ft of vibrant costumes, historical instruments, and local art that brings the spirited carnival tradition to life right before your eyes.

Sample some of St. Martin’s best rum and get a better understanding of how the amber nectar is made on a tour of Topper’s Rhum Distillery. Go behind the scenes to learn how the rum is fermented, distilled, and filtered, accompanied by over 20 samples at the tasting bar. Choose from 124 flavored rums, rum cake, rum-infused Italian gelato, as well as how to prepare food with rum.

Join the Sint Marteen VIPs with this personalized island tour. After being welcomed onto the tour with a red carpet, partake in an itinerary uniquely created for your group and suited to your needs. Visit the islands main attractions; shop for cigars, rum and fine jewelry, or tour production centers. You'll ride in style in an air-conditioned vehicle stocked with iced drinks and driven by a professional tour guide.

Getting out on the water is one of the best ways to experience St. Maarten, but arranging a boat day on your own can be complicated and expensive. This fun catamaran cruise from Simpson Bay makes it simple, with a comfortable vessel and planned stops built into the day. Relax on cushioned seating as you journey along the water, then dive in when the catamaran anchors to enjoy snorkeling or stand-up paddleboarding.

Our historical visit to Marigot allows us to understand to travel through time and space as we stroll through the centuries, revealed by Marigot's streets and buildings. In one hour thirty, we travel from the 17th century to today. We discover how the capital of French St.Martin has evolved through time, uncovering the history of the whole island and painting the story of a typical Caribbean town: from dirt roads to asphalt, from donkeys and horses to cars, from wooden houses to concrete buildings. You will be guided through the streets of Marigot by Stéphie, passionate about St.Martin's history. We will stop at several points in the city to learn more about Marigot's past. Keep your eyes open, traces of the past are all over the city!

Combine rides on the Flying Dutchman, the Schooner Ride and the Sentry Hill Zipline on this thrilling combination tour. First, ascend to St. Maarten's highest point on the Sky Explorer for excellent views, then zoom down the mountain on the Flying Dutchmen. Head back up the mountain and clip on to the Sentry Hill Zipline to get views over the island. Finish up with an inner tube ride down the mountain on the Schooner Ride.

Getting from your hotel to the airport at the end of your journey can be stressful if you don't have a taxi lined up. Make things easier on yourself and save money when you prebook a group transfer from your hotel to Princess Juliana International Airport in the comfort of a climate-controlled bus.

Experience the highlights of St Maarten on this 5-hour shore excursion leaving from the cruise port. Ride in an air-conditioned van to Maho Beach on the Dutch side of this Caribbean island and Lucas Bay on the French side. Learn about the culture and history of the island from your guide while enjoying complimentary beer, water and soda. Visit the villages of Grand Case and Marigot before being returned on-time for your cruise ship's departure.

Embark on an unforgettable cultural journey that blends the heart-pounding rhythms of St. Maarten’s Carnival with the serene beauty of one of the island’s most beloved beaches. This multi-sensory experience invites you to savor the island’s rich history, diverse cuisine, and tropical scenery—perfect for families, groups, and culture lovers alike as you visit the Festival Village for lunch. Carnival in St. Maarten, having grown into the Island’s largest attraction and world known festivity, is the ultimate celebration of life. It spreads and showcases a period of dance, laughter, culture, food and music in the streets. • Orient Bay Beach, delivering a pristine crystallized oceans with white sands and free time to swim, discover or snorkel. • Irresistible, multicultural experience, second to none, filled with music, food, beach, sun and fun, perfect for families, groups and people of all ages.

Get to know the twin Dutch and French spirits of the island of St Maarten/St Martin during this 4-hour history tour from Philipsburg. Circumnavigate the island while learning about the natural history, geology, culture and traditions of this unusual place through your guide's engaging commentary. Stop by important landmarks and highlights that help paint the total picture of the island's past. Round-trip transportation from the cruise port is included.

Navigate St. Maarten's most popular beaches & highlights on an ATV during this half-day adventure from Phillipsburg. Stops include Airport Beach, Mullet Bay, Marigot, and much more. This tour is mainly on-road with a portion off-road. Upon return to Great Bay, Philipsburg, you can take a refreshing swim. This includes bottled water, use of an ATV, and a helmet.

An Island & Beach Experience Loved by Locals – Family Friendly Discover the authentic beauty of St. Maarten through the eyes of its locals on this relaxed, family-friendly island adventure. Journey across both the Dutch and French sides of the island, where three spectacular beaches await—each with its own personality, charm, and unforgettable coastal views. With the soothing sounds of island music and breathtaking views along the way, this tour offers the perfect blend of relaxation, culture, and unforgettable moments for all ages. 3 Bullet Points • Multi-generational family friendly, ultimate island and three beach excursions. • Friars Bay and Mullet Bay Beach discoveries. • French Grande Case authentic lunch and swimming.