Popular places to visit
Great Bay Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Great Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Philipsburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Philipsburg Boardwalk
Philipsburg Boardwalk is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Guana Bay Beach
Come to surf or swim in the waters of this picturesque bay away from the crowds of St. Maarten’s busier beaches.
Fort Amsterdam
This former Dutch military base is known for its colony of pelicans and stunning views across historic Philipsburg and the Caribbean Sea.
Museum of Sint Maarten
Learn about St. Maarten’s past, from its earliest inhabitants to colonisation, and the natural history of the island.
Philipsburg Courthouse
Philipsburg Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Philipsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this romantic area.
Things to do
Edge Ferry Tickets to St. Barts
Guided ATV/QUAD Tour of Sint Maarten/St. Martin
UTV / ATV Guided Tour in Philipsburg
Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths
Half Day Snorkeling Adventure
Top hotels in Belair
Belair Beach Hotel
highly recommended
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
The Morgan Resort Spa Village
The staff was the highlight
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa
Excellent
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Sonesta Maho Beach All Inclusive Resort Casino & Spa
MUCH better than many of the recent reviews indicate. A really good experience. Food, drinks, facilities, casino. All good.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Flamingo Beach St. Maarten
A vacation gift. Everything was outstanding. Wonderful beach and beautiful spotless room.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Fourteen at Mullet Bay
Beautiful accommodation offering everything we needed for a week in St. Martin.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Belair
Fort William
While Fort William may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Great Bay Beach and Little Bay Beach.
Indigo Bay
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indigo Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Little Bay Beach and Indigo Beach.
Downtown Philipsburg
If you're spending some time in Downtown Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Park and Great Bay Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Madame's Estate
While Madame's Estate may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sint Maarten Park and Rainforest Adventures St. Maarten.
Vineyard
While Vineyard may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sint Maarten Park and Museum of Sint Maarten.
Point Blanche
While visiting Point Blanche, you might make a stop by sights like Port of St. Maarten and Harbour Point Village.
