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A windmill towers over the 18th-century Annaberg Plantation, casting its long shadow on the jail cell, the old kitchen, sugar factory, the remains of the slave quarters, a garden, and other reminders of the days when slaves fueled St. John’s agrarian economy. Although it can get crowded at times, most days you’ll find plenty of solitude and space to enjoy the plantation’s fabulous view across the sea to nearby Tortola. In summer, red flamboyant trees add splashes of color to the landscape.

Its Asian-inspired changing menu and sunset views set the stage for a lovely dinner. Don’t miss the chocolate pyramid cake (seeAsolare, St. John).

Trendy tropical clothes, housewares with style, and plenty of knick-knacks crowd the shelves of this spacious store.

From this popular overlook (seeBordeaux Overlook, St. John), you can admire Coral Bay below, and to the east the glorious turquoise sea, Norman Island, Peter Island, and the other islands along the BVI chain to Virgin Gorda. A tour bus favorite, the area can get quite busy with taxis and motorists trying to avoid people who wander into the road. The area also has a restaurant open for lunch and one open for dinner, plus a few gift shops.

Look for very chic tropical wear, including bathing suits that make less-than-perfect figures look great, and flattering hats at this pricey boutique.

Hike about a mile (1.6 km) from Waterlemon Bay along the Johnny Horn Trail to reach the Brown Bay Trail, which leads to the bay and its remote snorkeling.

This 2-mile (3-km) trail leaves from near Mongoose Junction Shopping Center (seeShopping) in Cruz Bay, goes past a scenic overlook, and connects with the North Shore Road near Caneel Bay Resort (seeCaneel Bay Resort, St. John).

Shop here for unusual jewelry at reasonable prices. Special items, such as the sea life globes with falling glitter, make fun gifts.

Off the beaten path, but easy to get to, Estate Catherineberg served as headquarters for the Amina warriors during the 1733 slave uprising. The windmill and other ruins of this 1718 site are St. John’s best-preserved examples of the period. To find it, turn off Centerline Road mid-island at a large Virgin Islands National Park sign. The sign is easiest to see if you’re driving from Cruz Bay to Coral Bay.

One of the island’s finest, with an inspired international menu and a good wine list (seeChateau Bordeaux, St. John).