We very much enjoyed the surrounding area of the 99 steps. And there is a lot of beautiful flowers going up/down the steps. We took a walking tour http://www.frommers.com/destinations/stthomasusvi/0097010008.html (we went backwards though, because we came from the ferry station) which lead us to the 99 steps and many other sights. There are beautiful views from the top of the... more

While visiting St. Thomas we were looking for something to do that was close to our room and interesting at the same time. Upon asking some locals about the 99 steps we soon found our way there. The steps are very pretty, not steep, but stairs none the less. All the views were spectacular, with fragrant flowers lining the way.... more

I spent the most wonderful week of my life in St. Thomas in May of '03. Blackbeard's Castle is awesome, and thus, journeying into town daily, I had the advantage of descending the "99 Steps" yes, 103 to be exact. Each step provided a spectacular view, either descending or ascending. Be sure to stop and say hello to the charming... more