Top Things to do in British Virgin Islands
Top Hotels in British Virgin Islands
- 1. Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, Autograph Collection
- 2. Sugar Mill Hotel
- 3. Long Bay Beach Resort
- 4. Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, Autograph Collection
- 5. White Bay Villas & Seaside Cottages
- 6. Rosewood Little Dix Bay
- 7. Maria's by the Sea
- 8. Sebastian's on the Beach
- 9. Wyndham Tortola BVI Lambert Beach Resort
- 10. The Heritage Inn
10 Free Things to do in British Virgin Islands That You Shouldn't Miss
Sailing, diving, fishing and soaking up the sun on perfect beaches is what it's all about on the 60 idyllic British Virgin Islands. Largest island Tortola, home to capital Road Town, is a 12 by three mile haven of white sand, lush green mountains, ruins and rum distilleries. Underwater caverns beckon from dramatic Virgin Gorda. Island time rules on laid-back Jost Van Dyke, where swim-up bars serve delicious rum concoctions. Pristine beaches lure visitors to beautiful coral island Anegada.
Restaurants in British Virgin Islands
1. Spring Bay
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 278 reviews
This magnificent Virgin Gorda beach, which is adjacent to The Baths, is a great place for snorkeling.
Reviewed By wheresgigi - New Haven, United States
Spring Bay is steps over from the Baths, and is like a little mini Baths. The Baths can get pretty crowded, so if you're looking for the experience of the sheltered coves among the big boulders without the crowds, stop here. There's a picnic table and palm trees...and the whole beach to yourself.
2. Savannah Bay
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 274 reviews
Virgin Gorda's loveliest beach is a long strand of powdery white coastline lapped by placid waters.
Reviewed By Eddie1219 - Marlow, United Kingdom
Spanish Town, British Virgin Islands – Savannah Beach While our cruise ship docked at Spanish Town we decided to take a taxi to Savannah Beach, which was a short drive away. Taxis charge $5 per person for the trip – you will need to rebook the taxi for the return. Savannah Beach has no facilities save a couple of wooden shelters with integral bench seating so if you want a bar or café, this destination is not for you. We found the almost deserted beach to be the perfect place for a short excursion. The bay is unspoilt, for the greater part surrounded by wooded hills. In the sea there was a sand bar 40 metres out making swimming very safe, even in the lively swell we encountered that morning. A fabulous few hours ashore.
3. White Bay
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 710 reviews
A great place for underwater exploring, this secluded half-mile white sandy beach has reefs close to shore.
Reviewed By TDHSNJ - New Jersey, United States
This was our first time going to JVD as we were on a cruise excursion. We enjoyed our almost 4 hours of time drinking painkillers, shopping for souvenirs and eating some amazing Mahi Mahi sanwiches at The Soggy Dollar Bar. What made this so great is the absolutely amazing beach area that can be matched up against the best beaches in the Caribbean. Photos are great, but until you can experience this beach in person, they don't do it justice.
4. Sandy Cay
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 64 reviews
A small island west of Tortola is prized for its natural botanical gardens and pristine white-sand beaches.
Reviewed By Jwolff70 - Virginia Beach, United States
Visited Sandy Cay while on a day charter, and spent a few hours relaxing on its pristine beaches and exploring the untouched nature preserve! My teens enjoyed walking the island, and spotting hermit crabs, bright yellow finches, doves, and the unspoiled beauty. Great place for nature lovers- quiet, peaceful, and certainly enjoyable! There is a VERY strong current getting on and off the island, so parents beware of little ones, who may not be strong swimmers!
5. Cane Garden Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,146 reviews
Centrally located on Tortola's north side, this is probably the busiest beach since its beauty is often compared to Magen's Bay on St. Thomas.
Reviewed By Smittens123 - Wakefield, United States
Great spot in Tortola beautiful beach we spent two weeks in an Airbnb short walk to the beach. Many restaurants and bars to choose from. It got crowded on the beach when the cruse ships came in but they usually left by three and we had the beach to ourselves. The days there were no ships were beautiful.
6. Smuggler's Cove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 589 reviews
This Tortola cove offers excellent snorkeling opportunities.
Reviewed By MLYLKY - Saint Louis, United States
We drove here from cruise poer. 4wheel drive suggested. there was 2 cruise ships in port so about 80 people showed up this day on the beach, 2 primitive beach shacks for cold drinks and a few chairs.
7. Brewers Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 285 reviews
An exceptional bay and beach area on Tortola's north shore, which is protected by boulder-strewn barrier reefs, making this stretch of water popular for swimming and snorkeling.
Reviewed By williamhS3661NY
Easy to get to (by car), lots of beautiful white sandy beach, calm clear Caribbean water, pelicans soaring above you and diving around you, and very good snorkeling on the left side. And there’s a bar. And there’s easy parking.
8. Loblolly Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 208 reviews
Located on Anegada's northern shore, this is one of the best shore-entry snorkeling spots in the Caribbean, where visibility can exceed 100 feet on a calm day.
Reviewed By AmandaLea93 - Falmouth, United States
The water here was the clearest water I saw in all of the VI. The snorkeling was amazing, sadly there was a swell while we where here but we still got to see all the beautiful sea life. We didn't eat at the restaurant but there was hammocks to relax in the shade and it smelled delicious. If you come to the island I highly recommend renting a dirt bike to get around and making sure to stop here to snorkel! I also suggest snorkeling before drinking! This is a great spot for couples and kids the reef is far enough from the beach there is space for the kids to play, the reef is close enough you can swim right from the beach.
9. Marina Cay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
A quaint and tiny island surrounded by coral reef.
Reviewed By 742DavidR - Denver, United States
Chef Tyrone has outdone himself with the new dinner service here. We had an amazing dinner in the tented dining room by the sea. The food and the service is among the best in the Caribbean--can't beat the location.
