U.S. Virgin Islands Animal, Beach + Museum pictures

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Few beaches in the U.S. Virgin Islands can rival the serene location and untouched splendor of this picturesque strip.

Appreciate the excellent views of hilly forests as you meander along a scenic trail on your way to this haven of white sand and inviting water.

Backed by palms, this stretch of sparkling white sand is regularly ranked as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Appreciate the excellent views of hilly forests as you meander along a scenic trail on your way to this haven of white sand and inviting water.

Spot dolphins and sea turtles as you sail on a yacht or take a kayak around the glorious beaches that surround this vestige of the lavish Rockefeller dynasty.

Hike on scenic trails, explore sugar plantation ruins and snorkel along an underwater trail in this pristine nature park, which covers much of St. John.

Spot dolphins and sea turtles as you sail on a yacht or take a kayak around the glorious beaches that surround this vestige of the lavish Rockefeller dynasty.

From snorkeling to stand-up paddlingboarding, choose from a range of activities that will get you out in the water to see the rays and turtles that live around this excellent beach.

Backed by palms, this stretch of sparkling white sand is regularly ranked as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Once an important defensive stronghold, this atmospheric fort now houses a museum dedicated to the island’s enthralling history.

Appreciate the excellent views of hilly forests as you meander along a scenic trail on your way to this haven of white sand and inviting water.

One of the oldest buildings on the island, this fort offers magnificent views as well as a look back in time to the years of Danish rule in St. Croix.

With no airport or major ports, this isolated island requires visitors make an effort to get here. Those who do are rewarded with stunning beaches and lush forests.

See interesting fish and coral as you snorkel in the pristine waters off this beautiful bay, which is also home to plantation ruins that shed light on St. John’s past.

Explore this serene, tropical plantation and imagine what life was like here in the days when sugar cane production thrived in the Caribbean.

Explore this serene, tropical plantation and imagine what life was like here in the days when sugar cane production thrived in the Caribbean.

Ample facilities and warm hospitality combine to make this one of the most appealing beaches on the island.

Ample facilities and warm hospitality combine to make this one of the most appealing beaches on the island.

Ample facilities and warm hospitality combine to make this one of the most appealing beaches on the island.

Few beaches in the U.S. Virgin Islands can rival the serene location and untouched splendor of this picturesque strip.

Go snorkeling among tropical fish and coral and learn about pirates and slavery in these historic Dutch and Danish outposts.

Enjoy sunbathing, swimming and fun-filled watersports at this peaceful arched bay.

Appreciate the excellent views of hilly forests as you meander along a scenic trail on your way to this haven of white sand and inviting water.

Explore this serene, tropical plantation and imagine what life was like here in the days when sugar cane production thrived in the Caribbean.