Place in Sint Maarten, Kingdom of the Netherlands
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is the main town and capital of Sint Maarten, a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
It is located on the southern coast of Saint Martin island, between Great Bay and the Great Salt Pond. It serves as the main port of entry, with the major airport and port located in the vicinity. Tourism is the main economic activity, supported by extensive lodgings and cultural activities. As of 2017, the town had 1,894 inhabitants.
How locals move
Getting around Philipsburg the local way
- Get inEmmaplein bus terminal is the main bus terminal on island and right were cruise and ferry visitors arrive.
- Get inMakana Ferry runs services to Saba, Statia and St.
- Get inThere is also inter-island day trips and private yacht charters departing and returning to the marina, like PYC and Eagle Tours .
- Go nextFrom Philipsburg's Marina, boats depart for day trips or Caribbean island hopping to Anguilla, St.
From Wikivoyage: Philipsburg, CC BY-SA. Not yet checked by us. Last edited 2026-09.
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