Why visit
Port of Spain is the capital of Trinidad & Tobago. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
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 ($)
TTD
Dial
+1868
Language
English
Demonym
Trinidadian
Internet
.tt
UN
Member state
ISO code
TT / TTO
Where in the world
11.0° · -61.0°
Trinidad & Tobago
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Did you know
- Trinidad and Tobago is the birthplace of calypso music, limbo, and steelpan: the only major acoustic instrument invented in the 20th century.
- Trinidad Carnival, held before Ash Wednesday, is considered the most vibrant Carnival outside Brazil.
- Trinidad has the Pitch Lake: the world's largest natural asphalt deposit, supplying 50+ countries.
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Port of Spain
What currency is used in Port of Spain?
Port of Spain uses the Trinidad and Tobago dollar ($), 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.
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