Kid Friendly Charlotte Amalie Outings

October 31, 2026

Planning with children in Charlotte Amalie comes down to heat, shade and timing. The cruise ports fill the best-known attractions on ship days, so mornings are calmer. Here is how the main options match common family situations.

When it is too hot or wet for the beach

Coral World Ocean Park is the best bet. The Undersea Observatory puts children below the waterline, and the touch tanks keep small hands busy. Feeding and talk times are posted: sea lions at 11:00 and 2:00, sharks at 1:00, and a turtle talk. Tickets are US$29 for ages 13 and up and US$17 for ages 3 to 12, with under 3s free and a US$100 family pass. The park opens at 9 am and sells its last tickets at 3 pm. May, June, August and September are Tuesday to Saturday only.

The park also sells paid extras with animals, Snuba and Sea Trek. They are supervised, optional and separate from general admission, so families can weigh them up on the day.

For a beach day with little ones

Magens Bay has a long, sheltered shoreline on the north side. The gate is open from 7 am to 5:30 pm. Children under 12 do not pay, and a non-resident adult pays US$7, with parking at US$2. You can rent shade in the form of umbrellas and cabanas. Do not count on a lifeguard being posted, so stay within arm’s length of small swimmers.

For a quieter beach by boat

Honeymoon Beach on Water Island is reached by a short hourly boat from Crown Bay Marina. Tickets are bought from the captain in cash, and the last return runs at 6:15 pm. The beach is close to the landing, and Dinghy’s Beach Bar hires out chairs, umbrellas, paddleboards, kayaks and snorkel gear.

For a treat with a view

The Skyride to Paradise Point is US$34.95 for adults and US$24.95 for children. Wind and lightning can halt it. It also tends to run on cruise-ship days from about 9 am, so look at the dated schedule first.

For older children with a head for heights

Tree Limin’ Extreme Zipline climbs St Peter Mountain, and resellers quote prices from around US$145, reaching US$209 in cruise bundles. Riders must be at least 44 inches tall and meet weight limits. Phone the operator about your child before paying.

Staying safe in the sun

Carry water and choose mineral sunscreen, since oxybenzone, octinoxate and octocrylene sunscreens can no longer be sold at retail in the territory. Plan a long midday break indoors or in shade.

Check Coral World and the Magens Bay Authority for current prices. Compare family excursions on GetYourGuide .