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Icons of St. Thomas: Fort Christian, Slave House, & More
St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
2 hours 30 minutes
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Date
Today
What You Will Do
You will get to see places seldom seen even by locals as we head into the heart of this 350-year-old town.
We will visit the most iconic sites but then we will head off the beaten track to the back streets and alleys.
A delightful guide will share stories of pirates, slaves, corrupt governors and powerful women. We will share
We will visit the most iconic sites but then we will head off the beaten track to the back streets and alleys.
A delightful guide will share stories of pirates, slaves, corrupt governors and powerful women. We will share
What's Included?
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
What's Not Included?
- Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
We will meet at the entrance and front steps to Fort Christian. If you are are arriving by taxi you'll tell the driver to drop you off at "the front of Fort Christian". If you are driving you'll want to park at the lot called "Fort Christian Parking Lot" right next to the fort. Parking is $2/hour.
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Fort Christian
30 minutes
We will enter the massive walls of the oldest building on St. Thomas. Originally used as a defense against invaders and pirates and as a prison and gallows. You'll get to check out the dungeon and many of the rooms and also walk along the parapet at the top of the walls. There you'll get to see what soldiers saw while watching for enemies entering Charlotte Amalie harbor. You'll learn about several times when the enemy did strike.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by St Thomas Adventure Excursions
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - Spanish
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