Harbor Safari, Shopping & City Explorer

Cruise the lovely natural harbor of Charlotte Amalie and then enjoy a shopping spree along the waterfront, where you will find the greatest density of boutiques, galleries and cafés.

After a short walk along the pier, you will board a boat that is ideal for sightseeing around the harbor. As you cruise along, the guide will elaborate on the history of Charlotte Amalie, regaling you with stories of pirates, plantation life, and battles for possession of St. Thomas. The Danish named the port to honor Charlotte Amalie, the wife of King Christian V.

Throughout the centuries, the port has had its ups and downs. In the early 1900s, the waterfront warehouses were in disrepair due to hurricanes, fires and diminished trade. Today, those warehouses have been restored and are home to hundreds of duty-free shops.

The guide will offer tips on how best to maximize your time shopping and where to find the merchandise you most desire. Feel free to ask questions. That way, when you disembark in the heart of the shopping district, you will be prepared.

The range of merchandise is staggering and includes jewelry, china, perfumes and cameras. The many boutiques carry the latest fashions, and there are plenty of galleries with original art. You will enjoy approximately three hours of shopping, so there will be time to pause for a beverage or to explore other attractions. Kongens Quarter is the oldest part of Charlotte Amalie and well worth a look before you return to the ship at your leisure.