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White Bay, Jost Van Dyke
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Ranked #1 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
5 of 5 stars 46 reviews
A great place for underwater exploring, this secluded half-mile white sandy beach has reefs close to shore.
Attraction type  Beaches; Bodies of Water
Spring Bay, Virgin Gorda
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Ranked #2 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
This magnificent Virgin Gorda beach, which is adjacent to The Baths, is a great place for snorkeling.
Attraction type  Beaches
Anegada Island, Road Town
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Ranked #3 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 50 reviews
Owner description: Anegada or the "drowned island" is completely surrounded by shallow reefs, and has become the focal point of underwater... more » Owner description: Anegada or the "drowned island" is completely surrounded by shallow reefs, and has become the focal point of underwater diving due to the many historic shipwrecks that litter the island's underwater depths. « less
Attraction type  Islands
The Baths, Virgin Gorda
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Ranked #4 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 164 reviews
Owner description: The most well-known attraction on the island, these giant boulders or batholiths, brought to the surface by volcanic... more » Owner description: The most well-known attraction on the island, these giant boulders or batholiths, brought to the surface by volcanic eruptions, are scattered about forming a beautiful grotto and tranquil pools. « less
Attraction type  Beaches; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Geologic Formations
Savannah Bay, Virgin Gorda
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Ranked #5 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews

Savannah Bay Beach is a fantastic beach.  It is long and plenty of space and the sand is fantastic.  However, while there in February a couple of years ago, had to pull two... more »

Attraction type  Beaches; Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Bodies of Water
Devil's Bay, Virgin Gorda
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Ranked #6 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
A bay in Virgin Gorda amid enormous granite rocks with warm, shallow water.
Attraction type  Beaches; Bodies of Water
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Ranked #7 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: Known for tales of buried treasure, these caves are appreciated even more for spectacular snorkeling adventures, with... more » Owner description: Known for tales of buried treasure, these caves are appreciated even more for spectacular snorkeling adventures, with thousands of orange cup coral and red sponge covering the cave walls. « less
Attraction type  Geologic Formations
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Ranked #8 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 70 reviews

Smugglers Cove is fantastic -  with decent snorkeling, pristine white sands, tranquil atmosphere, amazing views and waters right out of a magazine AD.  While there are no... more »

Attraction type  Beaches; Bodies of Water; Reefs
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Ranked #9 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 81 reviews

When visting the British Virgin Islands, dont miss the lovely Cane Garden Bay, the hub of Tortola's beach scene.  CGB offers several beach bar/restaurants that allow you to laze... more »

Attraction type  Beaches; Bodies of Water
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Ranked #10 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Novice snorkelers will appreciate the coral grottoes along Buck Island’s underwater trail.
Attraction type  Islands
Long Bay, Virgin Gorda
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Ranked #11 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews

Long Bay is the most secluded but also the most beautiful beach on Virgin Gorda. It is accessed by going to and then just pass the Nail Bay resort.  It is about 15 minutes passed... more »

Attraction type  Beaches; Bodies of Water
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Ranked #12 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Owner description: Park that encompasses the wreck of the HMS Rhone, a mail ship that sunk during a hurricane in 1867, and Dead Chest Island,... more » Owner description: Park that encompasses the wreck of the HMS Rhone, a mail ship that sunk during a hurricane in 1867, and Dead Chest Island, both great dive sites. « less
Attraction type  Marinas
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Ranked #13 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Treasure Island” is believed to have been inspired by this island.
Attraction type  Islands
The Bubbly Pool, Jost Van Dyke
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Ranked #14 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Deadman's Bay, Peter Island
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Ranked #15 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
This Peter Island bay is regarded as one of the worlds most romantic beaches.
Attraction type  Beaches; Bodies of Water
Ranked #16 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
A small, isolated and charming island that serves as a mooring haven for yachts.
Attraction type  Islands
Josiah's Bay, Tortola
Ranked #17 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: A lovely beach sweeping for half a mile, which provides a great place to swim, snorkel, sunbathe or just relax and watch the... more » Owner description: A lovely beach sweeping for half a mile, which provides a great place to swim, snorkel, sunbathe or just relax and watch the pelicans dive for fish. « less
Attraction type  Bodies of Water; Beaches
Brewers Bay, Tortola
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Ranked #18 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Owner description: An exceptional bay and beach area on Tortola's north shore, which is protected by boulder-strewn barrier reefs, making this... more » Owner description: 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. « less
Attraction type  Bodies of Water; Beaches
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Ranked #19 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: This is a charter boat company based in Charlotte Amalie. They do a lot of tours/snorkeling excursions for those staying on... more » Owner description: This is a charter boat company based in Charlotte Amalie. They do a lot of tours/snorkeling excursions for those staying on St. Thomas or coming in on cruise ships. « less
Attraction type  Ships
Wreck of the Chikuzen, Virgin Gorda
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Ranked #20 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews

The Chikuzen is a wreck which sunk in 1981 after catching fire, and is now a popular scuba diving site.  It drifted through the British Virgin Islands before finally sinking 12... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
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Ranked #21 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
A small island west of Tortola is prized for its natural botanical gardens and pristine white-sand beaches.
Attraction type  Islands; Beaches
Soper's Hole, West End
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Ranked #22 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
This marina and shopping center in West End is the place to get your Caribbean crafts and mementos.
Attraction type  Marinas
RMS Rhone, Anegada
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Ranked #23 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews

The RMS Rhone is a shipwreck off Salt Island in the British Virgin Islands (note: not Anegada).  The Rhone sank in a hurricane in 1867 with the loss of virtually all hands.  Today... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Ships; Reefs
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Ranked #24 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
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Ranked #25 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: Regarded as one of the best shallow dives in the BVIs, these four rocky pinnacles rise and descend roughly the same fifty... more » Owner description: Regarded as one of the best shallow dives in the BVIs, these four rocky pinnacles rise and descend roughly the same fifty feet above and below the water surface, which form abundant coral gardens, a 15-foot tunnel, lots of fish and an underwater cavern. « less
Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Virgin Gorda Peak, Virgin Gorda
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Ranked #26 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4 of 5 stars 15 reviews
There's even a tower on Virgin Gorda's highest peak to enhance the breathtaking and dizzying panorama.
Attraction type  Hiking Trails; National Parks
Long Bay Beach, Tortola
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Ranked #27 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
3.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Owner description: A perfect getaway for a day, this charming, half-mile strip of soft white sand is isolated and rarely visited since it is... more » Owner description: A perfect getaway for a day, this charming, half-mile strip of soft white sand is isolated and rarely visited since it is accessible only by a small dirt road. « less
Attraction type  Beaches
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Ranked #28 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Owner description: Dolphin Discovery invites you to live the dream of swimming with dolphins in the Caribbean paradise of Tortola. We offer a... more » Owner description: Dolphin Discovery invites you to live the dream of swimming with dolphins in the Caribbean paradise of Tortola. We offer a range of programs for all ages, a family-friendly adventure you will never forget. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #29 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Owner description: Old Government House has an important place in the history and culture of the people of the British Virgin Islands. It has... more » Owner description: Old Government House has an important place in the history and culture of the people of the British Virgin Islands. It has always been a place of purposeful activity, hosting official functions, social gatherings and Royal visits; all of which engaged local participants.The annual garden party to celebrate the birthday of the reigning monarch entertained hundreds of citizens and residents yearly within the house and grounds and the event itself has become an institution on the calendar of social events in the British Virgin Islands. For some forty years, the party was held on the tennis court, where at other times young and old tennis enthusiasts practiced the art of the game.The house and gardens have also hosted a number of royal visitors including Elizabeth the Queen Mother and Princess Alice in 1964, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II visited on two occasions, once in 1966 and again in 1977, Princess Margaret in 1972, Princess Alexandra in 1988, Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh in 1994, and Prince Andrew in 2000.Unfortunately, the materials employed during the original construction of the building in 1926 accelerated the deterioration endemic to buildings in a sub-tropical climate, hastening the mortality of the site as an official residence. The building fell into disrepair and was closed for renovations in 1996, when the Governor and his wife moved to a temporary residence on the west side of Road Harbor.A period of reflection followed during which time members of the Overseas Estates Department at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in London pondered over the fate of Old Government House. The decision was taken to demolish the building and construct a new residence located on the old site. However, local objections demonstrated the importance of the building within the local cultural psyche and after consultation with Virgin Islanders towards the end of the millennium in late 1999, it was considered appropriate to rehabilitate Old Government House and transform it into a museum. Once significant structural repairs and a complete internal transformation (primarily conducted by volunteers) had taken place, Old Government House Museum was opened to the public late 2002 and today provides a focus of interest for people interested in Virgin Islands history and culture. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Sage Mountain, Tortola
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Ranked #30 of 82 Attractions in British Virgin Islands
4 of 5 stars 8 reviews
The highest point in Tortola is accessible via a number of marked trails.
Attraction type  National Parks
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