The Caribbean island of St. Lucia is known for its unbridled natural beauty. So while finding the best views in St. Lucia is an easy task in theory, I’ll help ensure you leave no Instagrammable stone unturned!

Plus, since driving in St. Lucia is no small feat, I’ll also help you pinpoint the best photo-worthy gems to cut down on unnecessary travel time and maximize your time for exploration.

Here’s a look at the best views in St. Lucia, from natural wonders to manmade marvels!

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While there’s beauty to be found throughout St. Lucia, the most scenic part is arguably Soufrière.

This area is abundant in natural beauty, from the majestic Pitons, to sulfurous waterfalls, to the world’s only drive-in volcano!

Sugar Beach (a.k.a. Anse de Sables or Jalouise Beach) is widely considered to be the most beautiful on St. Lucia. Situated between the picture-perfect Pitons, this white-sand beach is the gem of the resort that shares its name.

St. Lucia is definitely an island for those with adventurous spirits, so regardless of how you get around, you’re bound to have an unforgettable journey! If you’re up to the task of driving, you can enjoy unbridled freedom – that is, if you’re confident to take on the challenging terrain.

Otherwise, the island caters to resort-lovers and honeymooners, so many visitors rely on tour services, private drivers, or water taxis to get around.

When it comes to the best views in St. Lucia, you simply can’t top the mighty Pitons! The hallmark mountain duo of the Lesser Antilles, the postcard-perfect Pitons seem to hypnotize visitors with their beauty.

Seeing them in person was actually the number one thing atop my Caribbean bucket list. In fact, a visit to the Pitons should be paramount on any St. Lucia itinerary!

Here are some of the top places to ogle Gros Piton and its smaller sister, Petit Piton. Just be prepared – some of these viewpoints will require hiking!

If you’re open to the idea of hiking but you’re not quite ready to take the trek up one of the Pitons themselves, the Tet Paul Nature Trail is the perfect alternative.

As someone who debated which Piton to hike for weeks, I was happy to land upon this unique trail that offers a front-row seat to both of them! (Not to mention, it’s a lot easier on the ol’ gams than hiking the Pitons!)

I’ll be putting together a separate itinerary with all of the details about the hike, but for now, I’ll just say it’s quite inexpensive and totally worth it for the views!

Plus, you’ll go with a local guide who will educate you about the interesting flora as you make the climb.

As you may imagine, the views keep getting better and better the higher you climb.

Your guide will stop at the best vantage points along the way so that you can take advantage of the photo opportunities.

Whereas some of the spots on this list will only give you a view of either Gros or Petit Piton, the Tet Paul Nature Trail offers a view of both peaks!

The Tet Paul Nature Trail is located at Chateau Belaire in St. Lucia.

This next amazing viewpoint was a totally unexpected one, but that just made it all the more impressive!

While scoping out some back streets to shoot for my driving in St. Lucia guide, we spontaneously stumbled upon this road which leads to the Gros Piton hike. We soon discovered it was harboring a visually-stunning surprise of its own!

If you’re planning to hike Gros Piton, you’ll definitely want to stop for a moment to admire and/or capture this spot along the way.

That said, even if you’re not planning to do the hike, it’s worth visiting this spot for St. Lucia photos anyway!

Follow the main road out of Soufrière headed towards Vieux Fort. Just past the Fond Doux Eco Resort, you’ll make a right off the main road and follow directions and signs for the Gros Piton Nature Trail.

If you’re feeling adventurous, you may wish to make the trek up one of the Pitons. From either peak, you can enjoy what I’ve heard are some of the absolute best views in St. Lucia.

I strongly considered doing one of these hikes, but ultimately decided on the Tet Paul Nature Trail instead.

Just keep in mind that you’ll need to dedicate the better part of a day to either of these hikes, so that’s something to consider when creating your itinerary.

Without a doubt, Gros Piton is by far the more popular hike to do. Despite being the larger of the two peaks, this hike is considerably easier to complete than the climb up Petit Piton. It can typically take anywhere from two to three hours one way (or about four to six hours round trip), depending on fitness level.

If you decide to do this hike, you’ll find guides waiting at the bottom who can take you up. While having a guide technically isn’t required by law, it’s highly recommended for safety reasons.

Petit Piton involves a much more arduous climb and will require some actual rope-climbing, rock-scrambling, and wedging your body in between boulders.

Since the climb up Petit Piton is not commonly done, many people aren’t even aware that you can hike it, and tour guides are few and far between. That said, you’ll definitely want to hire one, as the precipitous drop-offs can be hazardous.

One of the most popular spots on the island, Sugar Beach is another beautiful place to peep the Pitons.

Part of the famous Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort, the beach is widely considered to be the most beautiful on the island, and the Piton view is part of why!

From here, you can enjoy dramatic Piton views as you sunbathe or go for a swim in the warm Caribbean waters.

Sugar Beach is part of Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort, located at Val Des Pitons Forbidden Beach La Baie de Silence in St. Lucia.

If you’re not staying at the resort, you’ll need to enter via a gated entrance with a guard. At the entranceway, mention that you’ll be visiting the beach and need to be directed to the visitor parking by the tennis courts. From the visitor lot, you’ll need to walk down a steep hill to the beach.

While there are vans that offer transport up and down the hill, they’re designated exclusively for hotel guests.

One of the simplest ways to get the best views in St. Lucia is to be selective when choosing your resort.

Personally, my one non-negotiable requirement for visiting St. Lucia was to stay in a resort with a view of the Pitons. If this is also important to you, you’ll want to book a property in the Soufrière area, as this is the town closest to the peaks.

I ultimately chose Green Fig Resort and Spa and couldn’t have been happier with my decision.

This fabulous boutique resort sits atop a hill and offers breathtaking views over Petit Piton (my personal favorite of the twin peaks).

You can read all about my stay – and check out other amazing Soufrière properties – in my guide to the best boutique hotels in St. Lucia.

Southern St. Lucia is known for its rugged natural beauty. Quite a departure from the northern side of the island which offers vastly different views (we’ll touch on those later), the southern half is all about untouched beauty.

While you’re in Soufrière, you can’t miss a quick visit to one of the prime lookout points. Although I don’t typically go for the designated touristy viewpoints, I can’t deny that it’s actually one of the best views in St. Lucia.

As you’re driving down the main winding road leading into the town of Soufrière, you’ll notice a small covered area with a sign advertising a viewpoint.

From here, you’ll get a beautiful birds-eye perspective over Soufrière town and its characteristic colored rooftops.

The Soufrière lookout point is located just past the entrance to Stonefield Villa Resort on the way to Soufrière.

GPS Coordinates: RW5R+C7G, Unnamed Road, Fond Doux, St. Lucia

I referenced the wonderful Tet Paul Nature Trail earlier in this post and I’m sharing it again!

That’s because the Piton views – although amazing – aren’t the only reasons to hike this trail. The Tet Paul Nature Trail also offers stunning views over Mount Gimie, the highest mountain on St. Lucia.

In fact, of the three to four viewpoints along the hike, the Mount Gimie lookout will be the first major viewpoint your guide will introduce you to.

This viewpoint is also a popular resting spot, and there’s a bunch of big rocks to sit on if you need to catch your breath (err, I mean adjust your camera settings)!

Follow the directions for the Tet Paul Nature Trail from the first section.

If waterfall-chasing is on your wish-list for St. Lucia, then you’ll love this next viewpoint! Diamond Falls was easily one of my favorite spots from our trip.

Although this colorful waterfall is on the smaller side and swimming isn’t permitted due to its high sulphur content, this spot definitely deserves a place on your list!

Diamond Falls is located within the Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens & Mineral Baths. You’ll need to pay a small admission fee to enter, which I’ll be covering in more detail in my St. Lucia itinerary.

Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens is located at Soufrière Estate in St. Lucia.

Did you know that St. Lucia is home to the world’s only drive-in volcano?

The experience of being so close to a volcano surely makes for one of the best views in St. Lucia!

The experience of coming here is unlike any other I’ve had, and I couldn’t put my camera down!

Under the direction of a guide, you’ll learn about the history of Sulphur Springs, a dormant volcano, and see it gurgling and bubbling right before your eyes!

Stay tuned for my full island itinerary, as I’ll be covering all of the details about spending a chunk of your day here and checking out the mud baths as well.

Probably one of the most under-the-radar destinations in Southern St. Lucia, the Morne Coubaril Estate has some wonderful views hiding behind its humble entranceway.

This 18th-century cocoa plantation is the perfect place to stop and take an affordable tour for a literal taste of St. Lucia. I’ll be sharing all of the details about this activity in my upcoming itinerary!

As you’re directed around the grounds, be sure to keep an eye out for the lovely estate building as well as the gorgeous surrounding grounds on which it sits.

The Morne Coubaril Estate is the only address provided.

(Keep in mind that you may also see signs for the Morne Coubaril Historical Adventure Park, which is the official name and is located within the estate.)

Northern St. Lucia is where you’ll find the capital city of Castries, the largest one on the island. Beyond the island’s bustling and chaotic capital, there’s plenty of naturally stunning views that await up north.

Fort Rodney offers one of the all-time best views in St. Lucia on the northern side.

Located within Pigeon Island National Park, Fort Rodney is the prize awaiting at the top. Once atop Fort Rodney, you’ll enjoy a sizable stone lookout “deck” where you can admire incredibly panoramic views over the island.

This historic hilltop fort offers a truly mind-blowing view over Signal Hill (a.k.a Signal Peak), the grassy expanse that represents the highest point of the fort.

In addition to overlooking Signal Hill, Fort Rodney also offers an amazing perspective over two bodies of water simultaneously – the Atlantic Ocean (to the left) and the Caribbean Sea (to the right)!

Fort Rodney is situated within Pigeon Island National Park, located at 32RP+WX9, Unnamed Road, Gros Islet in St. Lucia.

GPS Coordinates: 14.0913°N, 60.9669°W

While you’re still atop the fort – if you can manage to take your eyes off of seductive Signal Hill – take in the seaside views as well.

This seaside perspective actually reminded me a lot of Curacao, one of my favorite Caribbean islands.

Follow the directions from above to Fort Rodney.

For the absolute best perspective over the Atlantic and Caribbean in one shot, you’ll have to brave the climb up Signal Hill. The hike to the top isn’t particularly long, but what it lacks in length it makes up for in steepness.

I was admittedly huffing and puffing as I made my way up, but the view was oh-so-worth-it!

After descending Fort Rodney, you’ll have the option to continue down or segue over to Signal Hill to make that climb.

Rodney Bay is one of the most popular hang-out spots on the northern end of the island and it’s easy to see why.

Whether you’re looking for a fun day out on the water or you’d like to grab a bite to eat at one of the many waterfront restaurants, this is the place to do it.

I recommend coming here after a fun-filled afternoon at Pigeon Island National Park. That’s what my husband and I did and we really enjoyed watching the world go by as we indulged in some tasty cuisine.

(Unfortunately, the name of the restaurant where we ate escapes me, but it’s the two-story place with the big deck!)

Don’t miss a leisurely sunset stroll after dinner; it’s so pretty to be by the water at this time.

While we unfortunately didn’t make it to the final spot on this list, Marigot Bay is another place to enjoy beautiful island views while in St. Lucia.

This historic landmark was once the site of battles between the British and the French.

(If you’re not aware, St. Lucia was ruled by both the British and the French before becoming their own independent country. This is why you see British and French influence throughout the island, from the cuisine to daily practices, such as driving on the left-hand side of the road.)

Today, Marigot Bay is a luxurious destination famous for its ritzy resorts, such as the all-inclusive Zoëtry Marigot Bay St. Lucia.

By now, I’m sure you can see why travelers (and especially honeymooners) flock to St. Lucia in droves – the island is simply bursting with beauty!

Which of these photo spots do you think offers the best views in St. Lucia? Let me know in the comments below!

Want even more inspiration for stunning St. Lucia? Check out my other guides:

• 15 Dreamy Resorts & Boutique Hotels in St. Lucia
• Essential Guide to Driving in St. Lucia (Plus Key Tips)
• Perfect 3-Day St. Lucia Itinerary: A Taste of the Lesser Antilles