Why visit
Majuro is the capital of Marshall Islands. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Marshall Islands at a glance
Country center
9.0°, 168.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
181 km²
70 mi²
Country population
42k
232/km²
Subregion
Micronesia
Currency
United States dollar ($)
USD
Dial
+692
Languages
English, Marshallese
Demonym
Marshallese
Internet
.mh
UN
Member state
ISO code
MH / MHL
Where in the world
9.0° · 168.0°
Marshall Islands
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Did you know
- The Marshall Islands were the site of 67 US nuclear tests from 1946-1958, including the Bikini Atoll tests.
- The stick charts used by Marshallese navigators to trace ocean swells are a unique indigenous form of cartography.
- The country has a Compact of Free Association with the US that lets Marshallese citizens live and work freely in America.
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Majuro
What currency is used in Majuro?
Majuro uses the United States dollar ($), ISO code USD.
What languages are spoken in Marshall Islands?
The primary languages are English and Marshallese.
What is the international calling code for Marshall Islands?
The calling code is +692.
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