Why visit
The Solomon Islands are a chain of rainforest islands, lagoons, cultural villages, and World War II history. Guadalcanal, Marovo Lagoon, and Gizo shape the core route for diving, kayaking, and history-focused travel.
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Solomon Islands
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How to use this result
Use it as a country shortlist
Solomon Islands works best as a first-pass travel idea. Start with the region, season, and themes on this page, then compare flights, entry rules, safety guidance, and local transport before treating it as a real option.
Compare the capital and side trips
Use Honiara as the administrative starting point, then check whether the strongest trip idea is actually the capital, a coastal area, a nature route, or another city in Solomon Islands.
At a glance
Location
-8.0°, 159.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
28,896 km²
11,157 mi²
Country population
740k
26/km²
Subregion
Melanesia
Currency
Solomon Islands dollar ($)
SBD
Dial
+677
Language
English
Demonym
Solomon Islander
Internet
.sb
UN
Member state
ISO code
SB / SLB
Where in the world
-8.0° - 159.0°
Solomon Islands
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Did you know
- The Solomon Islands was the site of the pivotal WWII Battle of Guadalcanal (1942-43): the US Navy's first major Pacific offensive.
- The country has over 900 islands: most are uninhabited and heavily forested.
- Sealed by volcanic activity and underwater hot springs, the Solomons are part of the Coral Triangle: Earth's richest marine biodiversity zone.
Traveler notes
- Marovo Lagoon is one of the Pacific's largest saltwater lagoons
- Guadalcanal has major World War II battlefield and memorial sites
- Gizo is a practical base for diving and island-hopping
Plan checks
- Start research with the capital Honiara, then compare two or three other regions.
- Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and travel insurance for current conditions.
- Verify swim safety, ocean conditions, and water-quality reports by month.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Facts last reviewed June 2026 against GeoNames and national statistics sources. See the editorial policy for how destination data is maintained.
Frequently asked about Solomon Islands
What is the capital of Solomon Islands?
Honiara is the capital of Solomon Islands.
What currency does Solomon Islands use?
Solomon Islands uses the Solomon Islands dollar ($), ISO code SBD.
What languages are spoken in Solomon Islands?
The primary language is English.
Is Solomon Islands landlocked?
No, Solomon Islands has a coastline.
What is the international calling code for Solomon Islands?
The calling code is +677.
When is the best time to visit Solomon Islands?
May–Oct. Check current weather and local events before booking.
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