Coral World Ocean Park
This indoor-outdoor aquarium with small sharks, stingrays, and starfish is one of St. Thomas' most popular tourist attractions. Coral World, which is next to Coki Beach on St. Thomas' northeast coast, also has a walk-through aviary and an offshore underwater observatory where you can see marine life 15 feet below the water's surface.
Despite its popularity, previous visitors to the site had mixed feelings about it. Many people said it's a fun stop for families and praised the facility for its animal care. Others thought the park was lacking in some ways, pointing out that parts of the facility are still in need of repair following the hurricanes.
Coral World is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for visitors. General admission is $23.50 for adults and $13 for children, but special experiences, such as swimming with dolphins or sea lions, cost more than $100 per person. Visit Coral World's website for more information.
- Location: 6450 Coki Point Rd.
- Price & Hours: $23.50 for adults; $13 for kids 3-12 - 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily
- Details: Zoos and Aquariums TYPE, 1 to 2 hours TIME TO SPEND
