Christiansted National Historic Site
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7 acres in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands managed by the National Park Service
Christiansted National Historic Site commemorates urban colonial development of the Virgin Islands. It features 18th- and 19th-century structures in the heart of Christiansted, the capital of the former Danish West Indies on St. Croix Island.
About Christiansted National Historic Site
Christiansted National Historic Site was established in 1952 as the first unit of the National Park Service in the Virgin Islands of the United States. Covering over seven acres the park tells the stories about Danish economy and ways of life, and the interactions of people in Europe, Africa, West Indies, and North America during the Danish era of occupation of the Virgin Islands (1734-1917).
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Operating Hours
Christiansted National Historic Site
The Park is open every day from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The park is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. All cars must be removed from the parking lot by 4:30 p.m. or they will be towed.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Christiansted National Historic Site?
Entrance - Per Person: $10.00. Adults 16 and older. Children under the age of 16 are admitted free with an adult.
What are the best activities at Christiansted National Historic Site?
Popular activities at Christiansted National Historic Site include: Arts and Culture, Live Music, Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits.
What is the weather like at Christiansted National Historic Site?
Welcome to the tropics! Temperatures do not vary much by season. Highs are usually in the upper 80s and lows are typically in the mid-70s. Pop-up showers and storms are common and usually pass quickly. Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 - November 30, however tropical systems can occur at any time. St. Croix lies in an active tectonic zone. Earthquakes can and do occur. If you feel shaking and hear sires, follow the tsunami evacuation signs to higher ground.
How do I get to Christiansted National Historic Site?
To Christiansted National Historic Site from Henry E. Rohlsen Airport: Drive east on Route 64 to Melvin Edwards Highway (Route 66). Turn right and continue for 4.8 miles (7.2 kilometers). Continue straight onto Old Centerline Road (Queen Mary Highway), and continue straight onto the Christiansted Bypass 3.7 miles (5.9 km). Turn left onto Hospital Street. The parking lot for Christiansted National Historic Site will be on your right.
Entrance Fees
Adults 16 and older. Children under the age of 16 are admitted free with an adult.
Weather
Welcome to the tropics! Temperatures do not vary much by season. Highs are usually in the upper 80s and lows are typically in the mid-70s. Pop-up showers and storms are common and usually pass quickly. Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 - November 30, however tropical systems can occur at any time. St. Croix lies in an active tectonic zone. Earthquakes can and do occur. If you feel shaking and hear sires, follow the tsunami evacuation signs to higher ground.
Directions
To Christiansted National Historic Site from Henry E. Rohlsen Airport: Drive east on Route 64 to Melvin Edwards Highway (Route 66). Turn right and continue for 4.8 miles (7.2 kilometers). Continue straight onto Old Centerline Road (Queen Mary Highway), and continue straight onto the Christiansted Bypass 3.7 miles (5.9 km). Turn left onto Hospital Street. The parking lot for Christiansted National Historic Site will be on your right.
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