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Annaberg Sugar Plantation

Leinster Bay Rd, Virgin Islands National Park, St. John
340 776 6201
4.5 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
Activities: Walking, Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: The most accessible and best preserved of its type, this once-working sugar plantation (circa 1870) was the site of boiling molasses and hardworking...... more » Owner description: The most accessible and best preserved of its type, this once-working sugar plantation (circa 1870) was the site of boiling molasses and hardworking slaves harvesting sugarcane, and which now offers visitors regular tours and living-history demonstrations. « less
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hunterdon county nj
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

One of the best views on the island and a wonderful photo stop. Go early to avoid insects. More

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Louisiana
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012 NEW

It was a nice drive to the end of the island to see the Sugar Plantation. It's free if you drive there - just a short pleasant walk. We went at the end of the day when it was a tad cooler. Not alot to see but there are some great views at the end of the island and you... More

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Bedford, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012
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We visited the Annaberg Sugar Plantation ruins as part of our trip out to Waterlemon Cay (they share a parking lot). As others have extensively noted, the interpretive signs are great, and the views are even better. I found it really interesting to see the ruins. I learned a lot about the sugar cane industry in the West Indies that... More

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Enfield, Connecticut
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

These well preserved ruins of sugar cane processing are well worth the trip. Interpretive information is provided. There are also fabulous views of turquoise blue water and mountains. More

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East Lyme, CT
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012

There is a walking trail to each structure that made up the sugar plantation. There are signs explaining the use of each structure and what part it played in the sugar making process. It's set against the back drop of a beautiful aqua blue bay. More

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Oley, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2012

The ruins of a sugar mill are not uncommon sights in the Caribbean...but this particular sugar mill at Annaberg in St. John is quite picturesque in both it's gorgeous location and in it's remarkable preservation. A short self guided tour awaits those that wander through the ruins, providing insight into it's history. Those photographers among us will enjoy this spot... More

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Redlands, California, USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012

On our recent vacation to St. Thomas, we took a day trip to St. John by way of the car ferry. We drove to the end of Route 20 North, to the Annaberg Sugar Mill Ruins. There is a parking lot below the National Park Service site with a wood walkway and stairs up to the entrance of the ruins.... More

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Dublin, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2012

interesting historical area with fabulous views - gives you an idea of what life was like on st. john long ago! easy to get to with parking and restrooms near Francis bay - a nice break from the beach More

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Dugspur, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2012

Old sugar plantation windmill on hill. Nice to see plus great views. More

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Kokomo, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 27, 2012

I liked being able to use the guide for my own tour, at my own pace so that I could reflect on what this landmark meant to the men and women (slaves) who worked it so many years ago. A beautiful place and yet it brought sadness. More

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