| Though known as one of the top shopping | | | | Magens Bay is also a great destination for water |
| destinations in the Caribbean and an easy | | | | sports such as snorkeling, kayaking and sailing, as |
| getaway for American travelers, St. Thomas also | | | | on-site rental shops offer affordable equipment |
| boasts some of the world's top beaches and a | | | | and tour options. While interesting underwater |
| wide assortment of recreation options. While | | | | sights can be found throughout the area, the |
| excellent beaches can be found at all corners of | | | | secluded western end of the bay has become |
| the island, the stretch of sand regularly cited as | | | | one of the northern shore's most popular |
| one of the best overall beaches in the Caribbean | | | | snorkeling sites. Home to a wide variety of |
| region can be found along St. Thomas' scenic | | | | tropical fish species, the placid cove found at the |
| northern coast. Magens Bay is an idyllic destination, | | | | western end of the beach serves as one of St. |
| a mile-long stretch of white sand dotted with palm | | | | Thomas' most captivating, but family-friendly |
| trees. As this incredible beach remains largely | | | | snorkeling sites. Families can also enjoy the calm |
| undeveloped, there is also plenty of space to | | | | water in kayaks, paddleboats and other unique |
| relax in the sand or play in the calm, blue waters | | | | watercrafts, or take part in sailing tours offshore |
| offshore. Throughout the year, Magens Bay | | | | where the consistent trade winds provide |
| offers excellent opportunities for swimming, | | | | excellent recreation opportunities year-round. |
| snorkeling, picnicking and a variety of other | | | | Those that want to admire the beach at Magens |
| activities. | | | | Bay and the Caribbean Sea from above should |
| Despite being located on the windswept and | | | | visit the adjacent attraction known as Drake's |
| dramatic northern shore of St. Thomas, Magens | | | | Seat. Perched atop the majestic seaside cliff |
| Bay has become one of the island's best | | | | beside Magens Bay, Drake's Seat is rumored to |
| family-friendly beaches thanks to some unique | | | | have been a lookout for Sir Francis Drake, the |
| geography. Unlike most of the beaches on the | | | | famous 16th century colonial captain and explorer. |
| north end of the island, Magens Bay is protected | | | | Having seized command of St. Thomas, Drake is |
| by a pair of offshore peninsulas that prevent the | | | | thought to have watched his own ships and |
| steady Caribbean surf from entering the bay. As | | | | encroaching vessels from this now popular scenic |
| a result, the water offshore remains calm, warm | | | | destination. Visitors to the site will find a bench |
| and safe for family activities throughout the year. | | | | perched on the highest point of the cliff and a |
| Activities like swimming and wading have become | | | | view overlooking Magens Bay and the Caribbean |
| incredibly popular at Magens Bay, as the | | | | Sea beyond. As a result, Drake's Seat has |
| pebble-free sand extends well into the Caribbean | | | | become one of the most popular photographic |
| Sea, adding to the comfort of the warm tropical | | | | destinations on the island, especially during the late |
| waters. Magens Bay is also one of the island's | | | | afternoon and early evening hours when the |
| most successful public beach projects, as small | | | | setting sun highlights the exotic scenery. This |
| entrance fees have helped St. Thomas implement | | | | popular sightseeing destination is visited by most |
| regular maintenance, staff the beach with | | | | of St. Thomas' guided tours, but travelers with |
| lifeguards and construct unmatched restroom and | | | | rental cars or recreational vehicles will also be able |
| shower facilities. In recent years, a number of | | | | to reach the site with ease. Drake's Seat is |
| snack shacks have popped up along the beach, | | | | located just off Route 40, the main road running |
| while several charming restaurants and bars rest | | | | along St. Thomas' northern shore. |
| within easy walking distance of the shore. | | | | |