Mountain Top Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Mountain Top. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• The Best of St. Thomas Private Sightseeing Tour

• Half-Day Cultural Jeep Beach Adventure - 4 Hr Tour St. Thomas

• Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI - St. Thomas, Virgin Islands- Island Scenic Tour

• Best Jeep Tour of St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

• Island Buggy Excursions

There is no fee to visit Mountain Top; however, there are plenty of affordable tours and excursions that include a stop at Mountain Top on their itineraries and feature other must-see sites on St. Thomas. Group tours cost between US$40 and US$80 per person. Private tours range from US$220 to US$1,300, depending on the number of people in your party.

Yes, Mountain Top is worth visiting, as it provides panoramic views of Magens Bay, some 1,200 feet (366 meters) below, as well as Hans Lollik Island, St. John, and the British Virgin Islands in the distance. After taking in the views, stop at the bar and try the world-famous banana daiquiri, or enjoy some duty-free shopping. If you want to maximize your time on St. Thomas, consider booking a guided tour, a great way to visit multiple places with an island expert.

Per one customer who booked the Shop, See, and Splash tour, "Godfrey was on time, professional, and very knowledgeable. We had the perfect amount of time to shop downtown, a great time at the Mountain Top learning about the island while sipping banana daiquiris, and a peaceful time at Megan's Bay Beach. Would highly recommend if you are limited on time and want to explore the highlights."

Mountain Top is the highest point on St. Thomas and marks the top of St. Peter Mountain. In addition to views overlooking Magens Bay beach and over a dozen other islands, Mountain Top boasts a restaurant, a souvenir emporium, and a bar—the birthplace of the banana daiquiri, no less.

Most travelers spend their time admiring the expansive views, taking photographs, waiting in line to grab a drink, and browsing the kitschy souvenirs for sale. (This is no small feat, given the size of the shop.) Unsurprisingly, a banana daiquiri is the standard cocktail, although you’ll find other options, too.

Mountain Top is the most popular viewpoint on St. Thomas, so it’s no wonder it’s an indispensable spot on most sightseeing tours, including shore excursions for cruise-ship passengers. (Those typically include transportation.) Independent travelers can easily reach the tourist hotspot by taxi or rental car if you prefer to drive yourself.

You name it, you’re likely to find it. This is one of the biggest souvenir shops on St. Thomas, and one of the largest duty-free stores in the Caribbean. It’s a great spot for picking up hats and t-shirts or other themed apparel, plus jewelry, magnets, pottery, and keepsakes.

Yes, while banana daiquiris are one of Mountain Top’s biggest claims to fame—they are said to have been invented here back in 1949—there are plenty of non-alcoholic refreshments that kids can enjoy, not to mention ice cream. Plus, the million-dollar view is a hit with travelers of all ages.

Mountain Top gets bustling when cruise ships are in port, usually around midday or early afternoon. If you’re staying overnight on St. Thomas and keen to beat the rush, consider coming in the early morning. Make sure to pick a sunny day as overcast weather conditions can damper the view.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Mountain Top. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions on St. Thomas:

• Sapphire Beach

• Water Island

• Drake's Seat

• Secret Harbour Beach Resort

• Magens Bay

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in St. Thomas.