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Blackbeard's Castle / Skytsborg Tower
Type: Historic Sites, Sightseeing, Tours and Excursions
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Although the pirate Blackbeard most likely never set foot on St. Thomas, he is something of a patron anti-saint. The center of this attraction, Skytsborg Tower, was used as a military lookout in... Read More
Although the pirate Blackbeard most likely never set foot on St. Thomas, he is something of a patron anti-saint. The center of this attraction, Skytsborg Tower, was used as a military lookout in colonial times, but has come to be called Blackbeard's Castle in the middle of an inn with that name. You can visit it, along with a knot of historical structures on Blackbeard Hill, by a self-guided tour ticketed at the inn. The tour begins with an entertaining pirate re-enactor at the watchtower, which you can climb for great photo opps. Docents are stationed along a trail that leads to downtown. Circa-1860 Villa Notman showcases antique Caribbean furniture. Built in 1822, Haagensen House features gardens, five 19th-century exhibit rooms and a Pirate's Gallery of sculptures depicting the Caribbean's most infamous. The trail ends at Hotel 1829, another 19th century home with an impressive 20-foot amber waterfall.
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Hours:
- Mon-Sat: 9am-2pm
- Sun: 9am-Noon Contact; for; Specific; Dates; and; Times
Admissions:
- Guided Tour Adult $20; Child (12-18) $10; Child (0-12) Free
Self- Guided Tour $12; Child (0-12) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Chelle Koster Walton
Naples Local Expert
- Attractions near Cruise Port - St. Thomas, St. Thomas' Best Attractions: "The pathway along this historic self-tour trail is uneven, steep and stepped."
- Best for Attractions near Cruise Port - St. Thomas Because: This one tour takes in many of the island's historic treasures with a bit of spice.
- Best for St. Thomas' Best Attractions Because: This one tour takes in many of the island's historic treasures with a bit of spice.