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Annaberg Sugar Plantation

Leinster Bay Rd, Virgin Islands National Park, St. John
340 776 6201
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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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Southbury, Connecticut
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

The drive to Annaberg is not too far to see an important and educational relic of island history, plus great views of the BVI's. If you park at the lower visitor lot, there is a climb up stairs to get to the site, but there is a road up to the entrance where people of more limited stair-climbing ability can... More

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Bowling Green, Kentucky
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

We had a day in St John where we decided to do the Waterlemon Cay trip. We were dropped off by taxi at the base of the trail and the driver told us that just up the hill was the plantation. It's one of those things where you might as well check it out if you're right there. It's a... More

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Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
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13 attraction reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

We saw ruins in other parts of the island, but Annaberg is by far the best. It is easily accessible and there is plenty of parking. I loved that there were multiple buildings and signs explained various things. Also, the views to the BVI were incredible. It's kind of off away from anything else, but worth the trip!

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Chicago, Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

There is a lot to learn at the site, but I would encourage you to doo your homework before you arrive. The amount of labor needed to make sugar is significant and humbling in what people did.

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Tallahassee, Florida
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5 attraction reviews
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26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

Located relatively close, but uphill, from the parking lot, Annaberg is an interesting and beautiful site. The ruins are fairly well preserved, are adequately explained with signage, and the views incredible.

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See 3 more reviews by C56 for Virgin Islands National Park
NYC
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4 attraction reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013

I was so excited to go when we heard there would be a docent there on Thursday. It was definitely interesting but plan on stopping by, not spending the day!

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

I think one's trip to St. John is not complete without a little history lesson that a stroll around Annaberg Sugar Plantation can offer. Amazing to see the old mills. Great views as well!

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See 7 more reviews by ThetravelingGermans for Virgin Islands National Park
Kansas City, MO
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48 reviews 48 reviews
23 attraction reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013

Just ok.. you see sugar plantation ruins everywhere.. It is a nice view at the top, but you only need a few minutes here and you are done. :)

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Atlanta, Georgia
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3 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2013

This is an interesting stop, particularly if you find a great volunteer on site like we did to share history. Combine this with the Leinster Hike and a snorkeling stop.

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Trumansburg, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2013

The ruins at Annaberg offer a lot to see. The volunteer guide offered us some very interesting history. Hike the trail to Water Lemon Key as well to see additional ruins.

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