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On the far side of the harbor known as La Pointe, the charming Municipal Museum on the first floor of the restored Wall House has watercolors, portraits, photographs, traditional costumes, and historic documents detailing the island's history over many hundreds of years, as well as displays of the island's flowers, plants, and marine life. There are also changing contemporary art exhibitions. It's a must-stop on your St. Barth visit, and it's free.
Traces of the island's French provincial origins are evident in this two-street fishing village with a little rocky beach. Stop for the scenery on the way up to Anse de Colombier; it's a 10-minute drive from Gustavia.
Due to its sheltered, south-facing location just south of downtown Gustavia, this small beach is known for the abundance of shells that wash ashore. However, the unspoken rule remains: "Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints." While taxis are available to take you there, most find the walk to be an easy and scenic stroll. For a laid-back island vibe, enjoy a meal at Shellona.
