What it's like
St. Thomas Synagogue stands in the old town of Charlotte Amalie, the capital of the US Virgin Islands. It is the second oldest synagogue under the US flag, which makes it a quiet landmark of the island's long history of settlement and trade.
The synagogue is easy to combine with a walk through downtown. Safari cabs run to downtown from Havensight, about two miles away, for a set fare per person. Some downtown stores do not open on Sundays, so plan the walk with that in mind.
Good to know
- Downtown is reached by Safari cab or taxi, then walked; a guide is optional.
- Some downtown stores do not open on Sundays.
- Taxi fares are per person, so agree on a price before getting in; unlicensed gypsy taxis are common.
- Outside Charlotte Amalie roads are mostly narrow and dangerous if driven fast; local drivers are aggressive around turns.
St. Thomas Synagogue
St. Thomas Synagogue is a historic house of worship in the old town of Charlotte Amalie. It is the second oldest synagogue under the US flag.
Tours that go here
Prices are per person, booked with our partner, Shore Excursions Group.
Charlotte Amalie
Charlotte Amalie is the territorial capital of the U.S. Virgin Islands, a downtown harbor town on Saint Thomas. Visitors come for the shops, the hillside views over the harbor, and the old Danish-era streets.
Fort Christian
Fort Christian is a bright red Danish-built fort in downtown Charlotte Amalie, now home to a museum. Visitors come for the exhibits and the harbor views from the roof.
99 Steps
The 99 Steps are a historic stairway in downtown Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas. You climb the hillside past old stone walls and town houses.
Lindbergh Bay Beach
A public beach directly across from the Cyril E. King Airport on St Thomas. Visitors come for the sand and the water, with a park alongside for picnics and play.
The same kind of day, elsewhere
Old town and historic sights
