Nidulari could not exist without the support of our wonderful community. St Croix is a small island with many fabulous people and creative businesses who strive to keep our island a pleasing and plentiful place both to live and to visit, despite the many hurdles inherent to island life. One of my favourite things about St Croix, and particularly the West End, is how supportive everyone is of each other. Please confirm hours at each spot before you go, because schedules shift quickly here. Below are links to things to do and places to visit around historic Frederiksted and the west side.
Places we enjoy nearby
Mahogany Road Chocolate:
My mom Mandy Thody’s latest venture, hand-made bean-to-bar artisanal chocolate!
Freedom City Surf / Teres Veho:
An awesome, friendly, laid-back beach bar/restaurant and paddle-board shop, just a mile down the road from Nidulari. Live music most Saturday nights!
Tap Deck Bar & Billiards:
One of our newest businesses in Frederiksted, located in a historic downtown waterfront building. My favourite place for a good cocktail and a game of pool, plus they have A/C and really good cheeses!
Lyric Sails:
Gorgeous sunset sails along the west coast of St Croix with live music and great food!
Adventures in Diving STX:
Owned by great people (who love Nidulari’s cinnamon rolls!), Dive STX is located on King Street in Frederiksted and can cover all your diving needs!
Polly’s on the Pier:
Chris, Chuck, and their awesome staff can feed you a solid lunch or brunch on the days that Nidulari is closed. They make great waffles if you get there early enough, and have a good selection of vegan items!
Ham’s Bluff Lighthouse:
A short but fairly steep hike to the north-west corner of St Croix, where there is a historic lighthouse along with its modern replacement. Amazing views of both the north and west coasts.
Mt Victory Camps:
Just a few miles up the road from Nidulari, this is a great place to stay if you are a little adventurous and love the outdoors! Matt and Carmen also teach survival skills, natural crafts and more.
Cottages By The Sea:
A lovely collection of seaside units perfect for vacationers of all ages, just steps from one of the best swimming beaches on the island, with a view of Sandy Point Nature Reserve.
Caribbean Breeze Vacation Rentals:
Kathy and Randy have restored a historic downtown building into lovely short-term rental units, perfect for a vacation or while you transition to the island!
Cruzan Cowgirls:
Our local horse rescue funds its work by taking guests on rides through the rainforest and along the beach! Jennifer works hard rehabilitating injured and abandoned horses, and working with the community to keep owned horses safe and healthy. You can help by going on a trail ride or making a donation!
The Frederiksted Pier:
Our biggest non-historical landmark, the cruise ship pier, happens to be one of the best snorkeling and diving spots on the island! Or just have fun walking the pier and watching the turtles, or pier jumping. Look for the large tarpon and the hawksbill turtles who hang out under the pier.
Travel tips for the west end
Frederiksted is easy to walk near the waterfront, but parking can tighten up when a ship is in port or a festival is running. Treat rentals like anywhere else in the Caribbean: keep bags out of sight and lock up. The sun is stronger than many first-time visitors expect, so carry water, reef-safe sunscreen, and a hat for pier walks or hikes toward Ham’s Bluff. Respect posted signs on private roads that lead to overlooks. If you snorkel from shore near the pier, stay aware of boat traffic and stay inside your comfort zone. Give sea turtles space for photos, and avoid touching coral. Small businesses here feed families and fund repairs after storms, so showing up on time for reservations and buying directly from operators matters. When you visit Nidulari, tell us which west-end spot you tried. We like hearing what worked on your schedule.
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