Title: Things to Do in Buck Island in 2026 | Expedia.com [Buck Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Buck-Island.dx6250663)[Hotels in Buck Island](https://expedia.com/Buck-Island-Hotels.d6250663.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Buck Island](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Buck-Island.d6250663.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Buck Island](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Buck-Island.d6250663.Car-Rental-Guide)[Buck Island Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Buck-Island.d6250663.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Buck Island ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Buck Island Types of activities [Buck Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Buck-Island.dx6250663) ![Buck Island in the Virgin Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6250663/be3b0f3a-9f28-4915-9b87-e02cd15fedf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Buck Island in the Virgin Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6250663/be3b0f3a-9f28-4915-9b87-e02cd15fedf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Although it's a tour and there are lots of other people there, we highly recommend the Turtle Cove sail & snorkel with Doubloon Pirate ships. We had such a great time. Check out our blog post about our afternoon at Turtle Cove http://bit.ly/QGnbyF #Caribbean, #turtle, #travel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140138/bda9777c-75b8-4288-9156-c648e3f43e5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- --- ## Buck Island must see attractions ### 1\. Sapphire Beach Unwind on the sand with a cold beer or swim in the turquoise water that meets the shoreline of Sapphire Beach. Snorkel with bright, tropical fish and skim over the waves on a windsurfing board. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Sapphire-Beach-St-Thomas.d6068151.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sapphire Beach featuring a beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068151/b8253a08-7234-4ab9-8c70-7ffa4ae3b3f6.jpg) ### 2\. Trunk Bay Part of the protected Virgin Islands National Park, the idyllic Trunk Bay is one of the most famous beaches on St. John. Lie back and relax on the sands, dip your feet in the warm water or don a snorkel and explore the underwater trail here. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Trunk-Bay-St-John.d6068195.Vacation-Attraction) ![Trunk Bay which includes island views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068195/50d468d4-c434-4d10-9dfa-ce3006419950.jpg) ### 3\. Magens Bay Beach The sublime Magens Bay is often considered the best of the spectacular beaches on the island of St. Thomas. Its stretch of white sand runs for 4,000 feet (1.2 kilometers), encompassing views of the undulating green hills and palm trees surrounding it. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Magens-Bay-Beach-St-Thomas.d6068141.Vacation-Attraction) ![Magens Bay featuring a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068141/1b88c66c-d144-42ed-a791-5b8ed88d361a.jpg) ### 4\. Virgin Islands National Park Virgin Islands National Park spreads across more than 7,000 acres (2,800 hectares) of the island of St. John, encompassing tropical bays, coral reefs, stunning beaches, mangrove swamps and forested hills. Follow one of the scenic hiking trails, delve into Caribbean history at an 18th-century plantation or simply lie back and soak up the sun on one of the park’s white-sand beaches. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Virgin-Islands-National-Park-St-John.d507527.Vacation-Attraction) ![Trunk Bay which includes island views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068195/50d468d4-c434-4d10-9dfa-ce3006419950.jpg) ### 5\. Coki Point Beach With miles of pristine coastline on St. Thomas, choosing which beach to go to can be a difficult decision. Coki Beach, with its wide range of facilities and picturesque white sands, is an obvious front-runner. Sip your favorite cocktail while you sunbathe and sample some sweet Caribbean snacks. Swim through shimmering water full of tropical fish or learn how to dive with expert instructors at the nearby diving school. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Coki-Point-Beach-St-Thomas.d6068125.Vacation-Attraction) ![Coki Beach featuring a beach as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068125/6babbdb9-bea2-4f66-a811-b975f0872b54.jpg) ### 6\. Cinnamon Bay Beach Cinnamon Bay is a picturesque coastal stretch known for its excellent snorkeling conditions. A former Danish plantation that now serves as an open-air museum adds history and intrigue to this scenic part of the world. Explore the trails of this tropical coastline for a glimpse of its sprawling beauty. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Cinnamon-Bay-Beach-St-John.d6068171.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cinnamon Bay featuring a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068171/a44ff8de-4398-41d1-8ad7-3d76089df127.jpg) ### 7\. Honeymoon Beach Honeymoon Beach is an idyllic stretch of white sand with shallow, clear water and swaying palm trees. As one of the seven beaches of the Caneel Bay Resort, it has many amenities and a rental hut for water sports. Relax on a deck chair and work on your tan in this serene paradise. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Honeymoon-Beach-St-John.d6068183.Vacation-Attraction) ![Honeymoon Beach showing a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068183/43edeb06-f08e-402f-bd2c-d4f0cdb9e6f4.jpg) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6250663) ## Recommended things to do in Buck Island | Number of things to do | 229 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Nature and Sightseeing at Phantasea Tropical Botanical Garden](/things-to-do/childrens-botanical-garden-in-st-thomas-usvi.a4437811.activity-details): $15 | | Top 5 things to do | [Saint Thomas: Coral World Ocean Park Ticket](/things-to-do/saint-thomas-coral-world-ocean-park-ticket.a4758936.activity-details)[Night Kayak Tour St. Thomas - Westin Frenchman's Reef](/things-to-do/night-kayak-tour-st-thomas-westin-frenchmans-reef.a46950413.activity-details)[Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT](/things-to-do/turtle-cove-catamaran-snorkel-and-sail-at-little-buck-island-stt.a692562.activity-details)[Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers](/things-to-do/sunset-sail-with-cocktails-and-appetizers.a4236804.activity-details)[Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville](/things-to-do/champagne-sunset-sail-from-margaritaville.a3338163.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Nature and Sightseeing at Phantasea Tropical Botanical Garden](/things-to-do/childrens-botanical-garden-in-st-thomas-usvi.a4437811.activity-details)[Nature Sightseeing at Phantasea Tropical Botanical Garden](/things-to-do/st-thomas-phantasea-tropical-botanical-garden-nature-tour.a44651585.activity-details) | | With kids | [Saint Thomas: Coral World Ocean Park Ticket](/things-to-do/saint-thomas-coral-world-ocean-park-ticket.a4758936.activity-details)[Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT](/things-to-do/turtle-cove-catamaran-snorkel-and-sail-at-little-buck-island-stt.a692562.activity-details)[Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers](/things-to-do/sunset-sail-with-cocktails-and-appetizers.a4236804.activity-details)[Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville](/things-to-do/champagne-sunset-sail-from-margaritaville.a3338163.activity-details)[Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove](/things-to-do/sunset-harbor-lights-dinner-sail-from-the-marriotts-frenchmans-cove.a3895449.activity-details) | ## What to do in Buck Island --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Buck Island? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Buck Island #### Buck Island Turtle Cove 5/5(3 reviews) Explore the lovely green spaces of Buck Island Turtle Cove and enjoy the boating in Buck Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.com/Buck-Island-Turtle-Cove-St-Thomas.d6249098.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Buck Island ![Smith Bay Beach which includes tropical scenes and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068137/be7b1903-fd3b-405b-93fc-1a0286086be1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### St. Thomas ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Buck Island worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Buck Island? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Buck Island? ### Is three days enough to stay in Buck Island? ### What are some activities to do in Buck Island with kids? > - [Saint Thomas: Coral World Ocean Park Ticket](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/saint-thomas-coral-world-ocean-park-ticket.a4758936.activity-details) > - [Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/turtle-cove-catamaran-snorkel-and-sail-at-little-buck-island-stt.a692562.activity-details) > - [Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-sail-with-cocktails-and-appetizers.a4236804.activity-details) > - [Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/champagne-sunset-sail-from-margaritaville.a3338163.activity-details) > - [Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-harbor-lights-dinner-sail-from-the-marriotts-frenchmans-cove.a3895449.activity-details) ### What to do in Buck Island for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Buck Island?