Why visit
São Tomé is the capital of São Tomé & Príncipe. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
São Tomé & Príncipe at a glance
Country center
1.0°, 7.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
964 km²
372 mi²
Subregion
Middle Africa
Currency
São Tomé and Príncipe dobra (Db)
STN
Dial
+239
Language
Portuguese
Demonym
Sao Tomean
Internet
.st
UN
Member state
ISO code
ST / STP
Where in the world
1.0° · 7.0°
São Tomé & Príncipe
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Did you know
- São Tomé and Príncipe is Africa's second-smallest country after Seychelles.
- The islands lie almost exactly on the equator and were uninhabited until the Portuguese arrived in the 1470s.
- The country is one of the world's biggest cocoa producers per capita, with some of the finest single-origin cacao.
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 São Tomé
What currency is used in São Tomé?
São Tomé uses the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra (Db), ISO code STN.
What languages are spoken in São Tomé & Príncipe?
The primary language is Portuguese.
What is the international calling code for São Tomé & Príncipe?
The calling code is +239.
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