Skyride to Paradise Point from the St. Thomas cruise port
Attraction1-1.5 hours
A cable car of about 3.5 minutes up to a terrace bar and viewpoint over Charlotte Amalie harbour and the ships; it starts a few minutes' walk from Havensight.
Getting there from the ship
From
Havensight
St. Thomas has 2 cruise piers; your line confirms which one the evening before. Pier guide.
Travel time
Ask at the taxi stand
Allow about 20 minutes to get off the ship first. St. Thomas taxi fares.
Cost
25 USD adult, 17 USD child round trip (Attractions Magazine, updated June 2025); older reports are lower (21.75/10.75 in 2015).
Time to allow
1-1.5 hours
Will you be back for all aboard?
Plan on 1-1.5 hours, and check the travel time with a taxi dispatcher at the pier before you commit on a 8:00 am–4:30 pm call.
Tip
Tickets can be bought on the ship or at the base; the ride involves stairs and has no alternative access for strollers or wheelchairs.
St. Thomas cruise port: Skyride to Paradise Point FAQ
How much does it cost to visit Skyride to Paradise Point?
25 USD adult, 17 USD child round trip (Attractions Magazine, updated June 2025); older reports are lower (21.75/10.75 in 2015).
How much time do you need at Skyride to Paradise Point?
Allow 1-1.5 hours. Plan on 1-1.5 hours, and check the travel time with a taxi dispatcher at the pier before you commit on a 8:00 am–4:30 pm call.
Can you visit Skyride to Paradise Point on your own from a cruise ship?
Yes, it is easy to do on your own. Tickets can be bought on the ship or at the base; the ride involves stairs and has no alternative access for strollers or wheelchairs.
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Checked against a typical 8:00 am–4:30 pm call with an hour's margin.
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More things to do near Skyride to Paradise Point
- Charlotte Amalie historic downtown · Town & walking · 7 minutes by taxi from the pier · 3.4 km from Skyride to Paradise Point
- Magens Bay · Beach · 20-25 minutes by taxi from the pier · 3.5 km from Skyride to Paradise Point
- Honeymoon Beach, Water Island · Beach · 3.8 km from Skyride to Paradise Point
- Mountain Top · Attraction · Drake's Seat about 13; Mountain Top not confirmed from the pier · 4.5 km from Skyride to Paradise Point