Cruises to St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

Child scuba diver with group coral fish in blue water.

Caribbean Snorkeling. Duty-Free Shopping.

The town of Charlotte Amalie has one of the most breathtaking harbors in the world. Once home to pirates of long ago, today visitors find treasures of a different kind, for now beautiful beaches and bountiful duty-free shopping are truly its claim to fame.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of St. Thomas

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Aerial view of the island of St Thomas, USVI. Charlotte Amalie - cruise bay.

Aerial view of the bay.

Sapphire Beach

Coral Jewelery

A pair of cruise ships are docked at the port in St Thomas in the Caribbean on a beautiful sunny day.

Charlotte Amalie city view.

Magens Bay

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Coki Reef, St Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Famous For

Known for its beaches, fishing, snorkeling and shopping. St. Thomas is the gateway island to the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Caribbean.

Ripe fried plantain - local banana served for breakfast or separately with sour cream in Guatemala and other countries of Central America

Exquisite Flavors

The juicy, spice-rubbed street food chicken, paired with sweet fried plantains, is practically synonymous with the region.

Waterfront in Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas USVI

Fun Facts

The U.S. Virgin Islands are the only place in the U.S. where you drive on the left side of the road.

Port Name & Location

Charlotte Amalie,
St Thomas , USVI
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language is English, Spanish and French. Say "hello" in Spanish: "hola" or in French: "bonjour."

Time Zone

AST (Atlantic Standard Time)
UTC/GMT -4 hours

Currency & Shopping

US Dollar (USD)
Duty-free shopping, rum cake and jewelery. View our Port Shopping Guide

Featured St. Thomas Itineraries

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11 Cruise Shore Excursion Packing Tips

Are you planning a cruise but not sure what to bring along for shore excursions? Here's a list of our handiest tips for planning your excursion must-haves.

Observation Lounge couple strolling-Alaska.

Cruise Tips: What to Expect on Embarkation Day

If you're reading this article, then most likely your cruise vacation date with Norwegian is quickly sailing your way! Embarkation day is very exciting and involves a lot of moving parts as guests check in and board, luggage is delivered to staterooms, and you get settled in and explore the ship. One of the many great things about sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line is that they have worked hard to ensure that the embarkation process goes as smoothly as possible.

What to Pack for Your Cruise

What to Pack for your Cruise Vacation: Packing list and other considerations.

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