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Windswept vistas greet drivers who make this out-of-the-way drive from Salt River to Davis Beach. Turn north off Route 75 onto Route 80, which runs along Salt River Bay and the North Shore. On clear days, you can see St. John to the north. The road twists and turns past old sugar mills and sprawling estates such as Rust Up Twist and La Vallee.

Splendid views of Salt River and the sea, plus a stroll through plantation ruins dating to around 1750 (seeJudith’s Fancy), reward motorists who drive through this gated neighborhood of upscale homes. Just check in with the guard first. Follow Hamilton Avenue to the end for glimpses of Salt River Bay. Turn off onto Caribe Drive to see the ruins, which include those of a great house and a tower. This is a small neighborhood, so don’t worry about getting lost.

Running north from just outside Frederiksted to the end of the paved road, this appealing drive (Route 63) takes you past gracious old homes and to the west, magnificent sea views. If you’re up for a dirt-road drive, connect with Scenic Road (seeScenic Road) near the end of the drive.

If you only do one thing on St. John, make it this drive from the outskirts of Cruz Bay to Annaberg along the North Shore Road (Route 20). Stunning vistas of white beaches and turquoise seas unfold at Caneel Bay, Trunk Bay, and Maho Bay overlooks. A part of the BVI chain of islands is visible to the north

Stop at this busy overlook for gorgeous views of the sea, Coral Bay, and in the distance, the BVI. There’s a tiny gift shop where you can buy some interesting souvenirs to take home. A snack shop and restaurant make this a good break on your round-the-island tour (seeBordeaux Overlook).

As you head from Cruz Bay toward Coral Bay, take time to stop at this small overlook midway between Catherineburg Ruins (seeCatherineberg Ruins) and Bordeaux Overlook. A National Park sign points out the features spread out before you.

Stellar panoramic views of Magens Bay and the BVI highlight this overlook. According to legend, the 16th-century explorer Sir Francis Drake kept watch on his fleet from this spot. A seat on the inland side of the overlook commemorates this event (seeDrake’s Seat).

With a map in hand, drive this route for lovely sea views to the north and a glimpse of some of St. Thomas’s luxurious homes. Start at Crown Mountain, following Route 40 east, through Estate Elizabeth and Wintberg to Route 42, ending at Tabor and Harmony. The route passes through small communities along the way. It’s easy to get lost – just stop and ask directions if you do.

Rural Tortola reveals itself as you make your way from Long Bay to Long Look along this road. Goats and cows wander at will as you pass villages such as Carrot Bay and Cane Garden Bay, historic ruins, and breathtaking sea views. Beachfront restaurants along the route make nice stops for lunch or drinks.

Take this route along Virgin Gorda’s spine from Savannah Bay to North Sound for spectacular ocean and beach views. You can make a stop along the way for a swim or walk where you might just be the only visitor. There are no services until you reach North Sound.