Port of Spain
Port of Spain, Trinidad's vibrant capital, pulses with Carnival culture, world-class street food, and a lively arts scene that punches well above its price tag. Compared to other Caribbean destinations, your dollar stretches remarkably far on roti, maxi taxis, and rum-soaked lime nights.
Why go to Port of Spain
Trinidad Carnival
The greatest show on Earth, two days of mas bands, soca, and costumed revelry that defines Caribbean culture.
Queen's Park Savannah
A massive urban green space ringed by the iconic 'Magnificent Seven' colonial mansions, the heart of the city's social life.
National Museum and Art Gallery
Free admission to explore Trinidad's indigenous, colonial, and Carnival history in a grand colonial building.
Asa Wright Nature Centre
A stunning rainforest lodge in the Northern Range teeming with over 400 bird species, a birdwatcher's paradise.
Maracas Bay Beach
A gorgeous crescent of golden sand backed by jungle mountains, famous for its legendary bake and shark roadside stands.
Make it real
Add your details for real flights and an exact budget you can share.
Good to know in Port of Spain
- Maxi taxis (shared minivans color-coded by route) cost under $1 per trip and are how locals get around, learn the color for your route.
- Tipping is not mandatory but 10% is appreciated at sit-down restaurants; street food and doubles stalls expect no tip.
- Tap water is generally safe to drink in Port of Spain as it is treated, but many visitors prefer bottled water outside the city center.
- The National Museum offers free entry Tuesday through Saturday, and the Botanical Gardens are always free to enter.