We went here after visiting the Botanical garden, which is just minutes away. Mountain top is a…read moreHUGE store with every conceivable souvenir from the island. Everything you can imagine and more. They sell the ubiquitous jewelry and even bottles of rum to take home. Plus, they have a daiquiri station in the back. The wife had a banana daiquiri and loved it! I was driving and had no alcohol. The drink had a kick and was worth the $11.95 for 8 oz. The woman/cashier was totally rude and not friendly, but even her bad attitude could not detract from the daiquiri and the spectacular views of Megan beach and islands. If you are in the area this place is totally worth the drive. You can do all your shopping in one place. Prices are better at the market in Charlotte-Amalie but I think the selection and quality is better at Mountain top.

It was too cloudy to see everything at the very top of the mountain, but there were some nice…read moreviewpoints along the way that we were able to stop at. I feel like it's always impressive to get a high view of a new city/country and this was no exception. We did drive to the very top as well to try a Banana Daiquiri. Neither my guy nor I are big fans of banana flavored things, but this was very tasty! We were pleasantly surprised by it and would definitely get again. The stand is located within a very large souvenir shop that is a tourist trap with very overpriced items. We didn't see anything that was impressive or interesting enough to actually get.

Amazing view of the south side of the island from up above Charlotte Amalie. It overlooks the main…read moreharbor, so you can see the cruise ships coming and going. It's helpful at e beginning of a trip to get the layout, or a bit in to have a bird's eye view of some of the places you've been. There are about 15 parking spaces and I've seen the lot get too filled with your buses to get into, or to want to get into, during the busy part of the day. But outside peak hours, you can pretty much have the spot to yourself. It's a very quick drive from Drake's seat, which provides a similar overlook on the other side of the island, basically on the same ridge looking down to the north. There's no charge. There are some doors that might be restrooms, but they aren't open all the time, so I'm not sure, and as far as I saw there were no services available.

This outlook is a great way to hit pause on life and just be for a few moments. By far this is one…read moreof the better places to cruise ship watch with a glass of wine (yep there are no open container laws in St. Thomas). The sunsets are also amazing from this point. A few vendors post hurricanes still set up shop when cruise ships are in so you may be able to buy cheap Island souvenirs up here if you're visiting and they also sell alcohol ( but it depends on which vendor is there). The parking situation sucks, but if you come closer to sunset the cruise ship passengers will all be back on their ships leaving the area empty. Relax, enjoy and unwind in one of the most scenic places on the south side of St. Thomas. #St.Thomas #USVI

After 6mod came back here again... The combination of the ocean views, food kiosks, music, and…read morelocal atmosphere makes it feel completely different from the more touristy parts of San Juan. We spent time walking around, trying different foods, and just enjoying the scenery. The alcapurrias and other fritters were delicious, and there were plenty of places to stop for a snack or drink along the way. It can get crowded on weekends and parking takes some patience, but that's part of the experience. If you're looking for a place that feels authentic, laid-back, and full of Puerto Rican culture, Piñones is definitely worth a visit.

Another Amazing Beach in Puerto Rico…read more Sand is soft, water is not too cold, views are beautiful Piñones Beach, located just 20 minutes outside of San Juan, is a vibrant, natural coastal area celebrated for its authentic Puerto Rican food kiosks, scenic boardwalk We enjoyed a chill relaxing day here

Gorgeous view and an easy drive up and lookout point if you aren't mobile enough to enjoy on foot…read more There is a sea turtle reserve trail just down the hill and on the left that was a spectacular hike. No cell service down there and a quarter of a mile area marked "beware of bees".

This is more than just a monument; it is a sundial. Even though it is commonly mistaken for Point…read moreUdall, the Easternmost point in the US. It is not. It is situated behind and above the Point. It was built for the New Year's celebration in 2000 and welcoming of the new millennium. It marks the azimuth of the first United States sunrise of that year and was designed by by Bill Rich. The monument consists of 4 identical triangular pieces sitting up on their back sides with the points pointing up to the sky. They kind of resemble a door stop. They are made from stone and mortar and have a metal pole placed vertically in between the 4 structures. There is a brass information placard on one of the structures that gives some information about the monument. This is an attention getting piece that welcomes you to Point Udall. It is very fitting there and I am glad that I was able to see it. Sadly, the monument (the pole and the stone) has become an object for people to write their names on and graffiti. It could use a little love. There is no designated parking at the site. I, along with all the other visitors just parked along the wall in the circle. There are a few benches across from the monument across from each other and you will see some specular views. I highly recommend checking this place out while you are on the island. The good news is that it is a package deal and you also get to check out Point Udall, both at the very low price of free.

Right at the entrance to El Yunque to the right is La Coca Falls. Parking is 500 feet to the left,…read morewhich is super limited in spots. Did not hike the trail and just took photos on the road and left. Good first stop or last stop.

Some people may not agree with me on this, but I found La Coca Falls to be much nicer than La Mina…read moreFalls (which most people say is the best waterfall in El Yunque). La Mina requires quite a trek down and back up, while La Coca is right off the main road. You can stop and take photos of La Coca from afar, or hike up to it and get sprayed by the refreshing mists of the falls. La Coca is much more powerful a waterfall than La Mina also, and many people hike right up the side of the falls and right up to the face of it. You can't get all the way into the falls, but you also don't have to hike down the "challenging" trail that La Mina requires, and then hike back up (double as hard!) Both falls have their benefits and drawbacks, but overall I definitely preferred La Coca.

We spent half a day walking the streets and checking out the largest city on St. Thomas. There is a…read morepaid parking lot that made everything easy and we found a parking spot easily on a weekday. The streets are historic and it is easy to imagine merchants selling spices and other exotics in the 16th and 17th centuries. The architecture has not been changed and it is fun to explore the nooks and crannies along the streets. Today, there are seemingly dozens of jewelry stores. The wife and kids checked them out. It is definitely a walking city although there are lots of open air taxis that drive around and solicit business. There was more to see than we had time to explore. We did not make it up the hill to see an observatory. We were not able to take the zip line up the other mountain but there is a good view. One tip, if you have a car or even take a taxi, make it up to skyline drive for beautiful views of the bay and other islands. Well worth the short drive from the city.

My favorite area in St Thomas…read more The architecture is incredible. Me and my girlfriend enjoyed being here tremendously. We miss it tbh :( There are so many retail shops and restaurants to browse through, shop, eat, and drink at. I really enjoyed the Breitling store. The gentlemen working showed us some beautiful watches and treated us to some beer while we looked around. Gladys' Cafe is the go to spot for local cuisine. Her conch fritters are to die for. Yum! I could spend hours here just walking around grabbing a cocktail here and there and sharing an app with my girlfriend, which we did. Ha ;) It's truly a beautiful place with tons of charm and appeal and has so much to offer anyone who comes. I recommend coming in the early evening though because it can get quite hot in the daytime due to all of the concrete, bricks, etc. It's tough to find a place to cool off unless you go inside one of the shops or restaurants. There is plenty of parking, but chances are you'll have to pay, which we did. It's much easier than driving around looking for a free spot. Enjoy :)

This is a very quick trail off the side of the road. Parking, especially during busy season, can be…read morequite hard to find. There are some nice waterfalls that you can swim under after a very short climb up some stairs. Overall a very worthwhile hike, especially when done earlier in the morning when there isn't as much foot traffic.

One of the easier trails to hike. We had our parents and this was the extent they could hike as it…read morewas a relatively short trail, but still challenging as rocks can be slippery. We only saw the first falls as it appears the other ones were too steep for our parents to climb. Next time! Parking is limited, so a handful of folks started parking on the side of the road.

well, this is not something must do when you are in Puerto Rico, but hey, there are some photos…read morefrom the trip which shout "Yeah I am in Puerto Rico" and this spot is one of them. there are 2 big giant chairs colored in Puerto Rico flags, which is perfect for photography, having Pinones beach and perfect palm trees in the background. this is not a public spot, this is property of Mar-Bella beach club- but they are okay if you go there and click some pics. Some more info about this spot/Place- this spot is on Route 187 between Isla Verde and the Rio Grande. means - if you are planning to Visit Playa Flamenco (which is a Must do- cause it is one of the top beaches in the world) and if you are coming back to San Juan to catch a flight then I would suggest taking this route 187. a couple of reasons for this- 1) Pinones area which is famous for its street/roadside small/decent food joint - you don't wanna miss if you are a foodie 2) Scenic Route 3) You wanna save money on toll skipping Route-66 (no sense paying rental company for its transponder and $10/day)

Not the easiest place to find, but it's worth the hunt. Make sure to take some time to grab some…read moreelicious food, listen to the live band, and practice your two-step.