Apia
Samoa · Upolu · 3 m
Description
Apia is the capital of Samoa and a relaxed center of Polynesian culture, colonial history, and tropical island life. The harbor city on the north coast of Upolu is known for the former estate of Scottish writer Robert Louis Stevenson, the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, and lively markets filled with handicrafts and fresh produce. Nearby, the Papaseʻea Sliding Rocks and Palolo Deep Marine Reserve offer natural freshwater pools and colorful coral reefs. Apia combines Samoan traditions with a laid-back, compact urban atmosphere and serves as the country’s main urban center and a convenient base for exploring Upolu and the neighboring island of Savaiʻi.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – October
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, Vailima
- Samoa Cultural Village
- Palolo Deep Marine Reserve snorkeling
- Mount Vaea summit trail & Stevenson's grave
- Vailima National Reserve & Botanical Gardens
- Loimata o Apaula waterfall & swimming pool
- Museum of Samoa
- Immaculate Conception Cathedral of Apia
- Mulinu'u Peninsula & traditional chiefly burial grounds
- Independence Monument & historic government district
- Bahá'í House of Worship - Mashriqu'l-Adhkár
- Apia waterfront promenade & harbour
- Papapapaitai (Tiavi) Falls viewpoint(Day trip)
- Fugalei Fresh Produce Market (Maketi Fou)
- Piula (Fatumea) Cave Pool(Day trip)
- Apia Fish Market
- Savalalo Flea Market
- Papase'ea Sliding Rocks
- Manono Island(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- APW
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry