Why visit
Port of Spain is Trinidad and Tobago's capital, known for Carnival, music, food, hills, and a busy Gulf of Paria waterfront. It is the country's cultural and administrative center.
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Port of Spain at a glance
City population
49k
Elevation
21 m
69 ft
Time zone
UTC-4
America/Port_of_Spain
Airport
POS
Piarco International Airport
Trinidad & Tobago at a glance
Country center
11.0°, -61.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
5,130 km²
1,981 mi²
Country population
1.5 million
298/km²
Subregion
Caribbean
Currency
Trinidad and Tobago dollar ($)
TTD
Dial
+1868
Language
English
Demonym
Trinidadian
Internet
.tt
UN
Member state
ISO code
TT / TTO
Where in the world
11.0° - -61.0°
Trinidad & Tobago
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Did you know
- Port of Spain is the center of Trinidad Carnival, one of the Caribbean's largest cultural events.
- Queen's Park Savannah is a large open space that anchors the city's social life.
- The steelpan, the signature instrument of Port of Spain's carnival, is widely called the only acoustic instrument invented in the 20th century.
- Trinidad and Tobago is the birthplace of calypso music, limbo, and steelpan: the only major acoustic instrument invented in the 20th century.
- Trinidad Carnival, held before Ash Wednesday, is considered the most vibrant Carnival outside Brazil.
Traveler notes
- Carnival is the capital's defining annual event
- Queen's Park Savannah anchors the city's social geography
- Maracas Bay is the classic beach escape over the northern hills
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Port of Spain
What currency is used in Port of Spain?
Port of Spain uses the Trinidad and Tobago dollar ($), ISO code TTD.
What languages are spoken in Trinidad & Tobago?
The primary language is English.
What is the international calling code for Trinidad & Tobago?
The calling code is +1868.
When is the best time to visit Port of Spain?
Jan–May. Check current weather and local events before booking.
What airport serves Port of Spain?
Piarco International Airport (IATA: POS).
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