About the Port
Marigot serves as the capital of the French side of Saint-Martin, a small island shared with Dutch Sint Maarten. Its waterfront unfolds along a curved bay lined with open-air markets, pastel colonial-style buildings, and cafés serving French and Creole fare. Above the town, the hilltop remains of Fort Louis offer sweeping views over the harbor and surrounding hills, a short uphill walk from the pier area.
Shopping is a highlight, with boutiques and market stalls offering everything from local spices to French perfumes, reflecting the town's dual Caribbean-European character. Marigot also serves as a convenient gateway for day trips, including ferries to nearby Anguilla. The compact center is easily explored on foot, making it simple to combine a stroll through town with time at nearby beaches along the island's calm western coast.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Marigot.
Browse the Marigot Market
Stalls along the waterfront sell spices, madras fabrics, and local crafts alongside a lively food market with Creole specialties. It's a five-minute walk from the pier, best visited in the morning when vendors are freshest.
Hop the Ferry to Anguilla
Passenger ferries depart regularly from the Marigot dock for the roughly 25-minute crossing to Anguilla's quiet beaches and turquoise water. Bring a passport and confirm return times to make it back before all-aboard.
Relax at Baie Nettlé or Grand Case
A short taxi ride west leads to calm, palm-lined beaches ideal for swimming, well suited to travelers who prefer sand and sea over shopping after touring the town center.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Marigot
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 39 | $19,000 | |
| Aug 24, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 32 | $14,500 | |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 11 | $4,700 | |
| Nov 24, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 9 | $4,300 | |
| Dec 3, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 17 | $7,000 | |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 7 | $3,200 | |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 16 | $9,349 | |
| Mar 20, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 23 | $10,400 | |
| Mar 20, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 13 | $5,100 | |
| Nov 22, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 27 | $10,600 | |
| Dec 2, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 8 | $3,800 | |
| Dec 22, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 17 | $9,200 | |
| Dec 28, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 14 | $7,600 | |
| Dec 29, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 10 | $5,700 | |
| Jan 3, 2028 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 8 | $3,900 | |
| Mar 10, 2028 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 10 | $4,800 |