Enjoy Holiday Vibes: Philipsburg Travel Guideline in St Maarten

Published by SBV on April 23, 2025April 23, 2025

Introduction

Today, we will explain Philipsburg’s travel guidelines in St Maarten. Philipsburg is the capital of St Maarten located on the Dutch side of the island. The city is famous for its duty-free shopping, beautiful beaches, cultural entertainment, historical sites, and other attractions. To visit the capital of St Maarten book our sea view villa rentals Sint Maarten at an affordable price. Philipsburg is the most populated area on the island and most of the tourists come here for the shopping. This place comes under the government of the Netherlands as it is on the Dutch side of the island.

Now, we will discuss the facts about the capital city, the famous destination of Philipsburg, beaches, the markets for shopping in Philipsburg, and much more. Travelers can access Philipsburg by taxi from Princess Juliana Airport, by bus at a reasonable price, by walking (Philipsburg is 0.8 miles from the cruise port of St Maarten), and by driving a car.

Facts about Philipsburg

1. A Scottish navy captain found Philipsburg in 1763. It is the Dutch capital of St Maarten.    
2. The duty-free shopping and beaches attract more travelers, which makes it the most visited vacation destination on the island.
3. The island’s capital is between Great Bay Beach and Great Salt Pond.
4. The travelers will see favorable weather conditions in the capital city. The average temperature is 25°C to 28°C. Due to the excellent weather conditions, travelers can easily explore water-based activities on the island.
5. Philipsburg is 9.1 km from Princess Juliana Airport. The city has a happy and vibrant culture that attracts people to the town.  

Popular Destination of Philipsburg

1. Travelers can enjoy Little Bay Beach with beachside activities. Plenty of hotels and restaurants are available with calm water and white sand.
2. Visit Fort Amsterdam, a historic fort on the island.
3. The St. Maarten Zoo is located in east Philipsburg. It is a family-friendly place with a wide variety of tropical animals.  
4. The boardwalk is 1.5 miles long and famous as the heart and soul of the island. Explore it with your loved ones.  
5. The Great Bay Beach comes with a 2-mile stretch with soft and white sand and turquoise water.

Beaches in Philipsburg

1. Dawn Beach.
2. Maho Beach.
3. Simpson Bay Beach
4. Indigo Bay
5. Guana Bay

In addition, travelers can enjoy these beaches with family and travel companions. The beach lover seeking the perfect beach holiday must visit Philipsburg in St Maarten. The beaches have an abundance of hotels and eateries. While staying in a Sint Maarten vacation villa in gated community travelers can plan a perfect lunch and dinner in a specific waterfront restaurant.  

Shopping in Philipsburg

Plenty of branded outlets, shops, and malls are available in Philipsburg. Many travelers come for duty-free shopping. Travelers can buy branded electronic items, luxury watches, designer handbags, jewelry, and more. Apart from the brand, local products are also available for the customers with food stalls, cultural events, and more.    

Conclusion  

In conclusion, visit Philipsburg and enjoy your vacation in St Maarten. This appropriate information will help you during the holidays. Whether you are planning a group or family vacation on the island our 9 bedroom villa rentals Sint Maarten will give you maximum privacy and luxuries. Check out our website to book our villa rentals. Read our guest’s reviews and see what people say about us and our services. We wish you a memorable vacation experience.