---
title: "Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago"
description: "Trinidad and Tobago · airport POS"
canonical: "https://sorted.travel/places/port-of-spain"
last-updated: "2026-10-11"
---

# 🇹🇹 Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago

Trinidad and Tobago · airport POS

## On the ground

- Safety: High degree of caution
- Currency: Trinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD). 100 USD = 678.98 TTD
- Phone code: +1-868
- eSIM: [https://airalo.pxf.io/9WKYbQ](https://airalo.pxf.io/9WKYbQ)
- Wikivoyage: [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Trinidad_and_Tobago](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Trinidad_and_Tobago)

## Brief

- Port of Spain is Trinidad’s cultural centre, with steelpan, calypso, live jazz and heritage attractions around Queen’s Park Savannah, the Magnificent Seven, the Botanic Gardens and the National Museum.
- Try local specialities including doubles, bake and shark, roti, callaloo and curried crab.
- Trinidad Carnival is expected in February 2027, with major events, crowded streets and high accommodation demand around Carnival Monday and Tuesday.
- Taxis and pre-arranged airport transfers are the most practical options for travel between Piarco International Airport and Port of Spain.

## Safety and health

- Violent crime remains a significant concern in and around Port of Spain. Recent reports include a handbag snatching near Chacon Street and Independence Square, while new legislation expands police search, seizure and special-operations powers. Avoid displaying valuables, use reputable transport, and follow police instructions in any declared restricted area. ([trinidadexpress.com](https://trinidadexpress.com/newsextra/woman-robbed-of-129-000-in-port-of-spain-handbag-snatch/article_38cf26be-f358-452c-920a-4bc88f21532f.html) | [theguardian.com](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/06/outcry-in-trinidad-and-tobago-after-passing-of-police-bill-that-could-threaten-press-freedom))
- Mosquito-borne dengue, Zika and leishmaniasis occur. Use repellent, wear clothing that covers arms and legs where practical, and use screened or air-conditioned accommodation. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/trinidad-and-tobago))
- After heavy rain, avoid floodwater, muddy soil and contaminated fresh water, and cover cuts or other open wounds because of melioidosis risk. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/trinidad-and-tobago))
- Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for travellers aged 9 months or older visiting densely forested areas of Trinidad, but is not generally recommended for travel limited to Tobago or for transit passengers; it is not an entry requirement. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/trinidad-and-tobago))
- Tap water is generally considered drinkable, although bottled water may be preferable where supplies are collected from roofs or the water has an unusual taste. ([wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Trinidad_and_Tobago))

## Recent News

- **October 6, 2026:** Journalists and rights groups criticised Trinidad and Tobago’s Special Operations Bill, which expands police search and seizure powers. Visitors should monitor local instructions and avoid police operations or restricted areas. ([theguardian.com](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/06/outcry-in-trinidad-and-tobago-after-passing-of-police-bill-that-could-threaten-press-freedom))
- **September 17, 2026:** The lengthy nationwide state of emergency ended, but authorities warned of a possible rise in violence and criticism continued over mass arrests made during the emergency. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/trinidad-state-of-emergency-ends-kamla-tobago-3a2fd0eddb4588582a69f776ba2ae7dd))
- **October 2, 2026:** A woman was robbed of cash and valuables in a handbag snatching near Chacon Street and Independence Square in central Port of Spain, highlighting the need for caution with bags, phones and cash. ([trinidadexpress.com](https://trinidadexpress.com/newsextra/woman-robbed-of-129-000-in-port-of-spain-handbag-snatch/article_38cf26be-f358-452c-920a-4bc88f21532f.html))
- **October 9, 2026:** InterCaribbean Airways said it plans to replace its aircraft on the Port of Spain-Barbados route with a larger Embraer E170 ahead of Carnival, potentially increasing capacity but also signalling strong seasonal demand. ([guardian.co.tt](https://guardian.co.tt/news/intercaribbean-boosts-trinidadbarbados-capacity-ahead-of-carnival-6.2.2685350.50bd59884d))

_Updated 2026-10-11._

## Weather and timing

The best time to visit Port of Spain is January to April, when conditions are warm and relatively dry; February also brings Carnival festivities. May can work with flexible plans, while June to November is wetter, with hurricane risk noted from June to November and peak hurricane season from August to October.

| Month | Fit | Avg °C | Rain mm | Sun hours |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| January | Great | 26 | 20 | 8 |
| February | Great | 26 | 12 | 9 |
| March | Great | 26 | 15 | 9 |
| April | Great | 27 | 17 | 11 |
| May | Great | 27 | 17 | 11 |
| June | OK | 28 | 36 | 11 |
| July | Avoid | 27 | 49 | 11 |
| August | Avoid | 28 | 77 | 12 |
| September | Avoid | 28 | 64 | 11 |
| October | Avoid | 28 | 101 | 9 |
| November | OK | 28 | 64 | 7 |
| December | OK | 28 | 37 | 7 |

### Month by month

- **January (Great):** January is warm and relatively dry, around 22-28°C. It suits city walks, outdoor excursions and beach visits.
- **February (Great):** February is warm and relatively dry, around 22-28°C. Carnival festivities often fill Port of Spain with music, parades and crowds.
- **March (Great):** March is warm and relatively dry, around 22-28°C. Sea-turtle nesting begins, while sightseeing and coastal outings suit the climate.
- **April (Great):** April is hot and fairly dry, around 23-29°C. Sea-turtle nesting takes place, and the climate suits sightseeing and coastal excursions.
- **May (Great):** May is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with showers beginning to increase. Outdoor plans work best with flexible timing.
- **June (OK):** June is warm and humid, around 24-29°C, with frequent rain. Hurricane risk can bring rough seas, flooding and cancelled flights.
- **July (Avoid):** July is warm and humid, around 23-29°C, with frequent showers. Hurricane risk can disrupt sea trips and outdoor activities.
- **August (Avoid):** August is warm and humid, around 24-29°C, with heavy rain and peak hurricane season. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip; high mosquito risk accompanies the rain.
- **September (Avoid):** September is very wet and humid, around 24-29°C, with peak hurricane season. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip; heavy rain brings high mosquito risk.
- **October (Avoid):** October is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with heavy rain and peak hurricane season. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip; high mosquito risk accompanies the rain.
- **November (OK):** November is warm and humid, around 23-29°C, with frequent rain. Hurricane risk can bring rough seas, flooding and cancelled flights.
- **December (OK):** December is warm, around 22-28°C, with showers and returning trade winds. Sailing and wind sports suit the breezier conditions.

### 7-day forecast

_Forecast by [Foreca](https://www.foreca.com)._

| Day | High °C | Low °C | Precip chance |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 26 Oct 26 Oct | 32 | 27 | 19% |
| 27 Oct 27 Oct | 32 | 26 | 83% |
| 28 Oct 28 Oct | 31 | 26 | 87% |
| 29 Oct 29 Oct | 31 | 26 | 99% |
| 30 Oct 30 Oct | 31 | 25 | 100% |
| 31 Oct 31 Oct | 31 | 25 | 93% |
| 01 Nov 01 Nov | 31 | 24 | 98% |

## Visa

Passport-specific visa stance is on the HTML page after you set a passport, or via MCP `check_visa_requirements`. Confirm with a government source before you fly.

## Activities

- [Trinidad Nighttime Food Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Trinidad/Night-Lime-Food-Tour/d30970-42595P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 69 USD · 3–3 HOUR
- [Trinidad Highlights Tour from Port of Spain](https://www.viator.com/tours/Trinidad/Trinidad-Highlights-Tour-from-Port-of-Spain/d30970-22374P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 80 USD · 5–5 HOUR
- [Birdwatching, Waterfall, Rainforest and Island Nature Tours](https://www.viator.com/tours/Tobago/Rainforest-and-Island-Nature-Tours/d30971-133234P3?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 90 USD · 3–3 HOUR
- [Tobago Buccoo Reef Glass Bottom Boat Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Tobago/Tobago-Bucco-Reef-Glassbottom-Boat-Tour/d30971-22374P21?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 78 USD · 3.5–3.5 HOUR
- [Sunset Boat Tour into Caroni Wetlands](https://www.viator.com/tours/Trinidad/Caroni-Wetlands-Boat-Tour/d30970-22374P3?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 67 USD · 4–4 HOUR
- [Mini Island Tour of Trinidad](https://www.viator.com/tours/Trinidad/MINI-ISLAND-TOUR/d30970-22374P8?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 76 USD · 5–5 HOUR
- [Hidden Gem: Avocat Waterfall Hike & Beach Stop in Trinidad](https://www.viator.com/tours/Trinidad/Avocat-Waterfall/d30970-123669P2?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 136.99 USD · 8–8 HOUR
- [Full Island Tour (Including Lunch & Snorkeling)](https://www.viator.com/tours/Tobago/Full-Island-Tour-Including-Lunch-and-Snorkeling/d30971-185048P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 215 USD · 8.5–8.5 HOUR
- [Day Trip to Maracas Beach](https://www.viator.com/tours/Trinidad/Day-Trip-to-Maracas-Beach/d30970-22374P4?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 60 USD · 4–4 HOUR
- [Bird Watching Tours](https://www.viator.com/tours/Tobago/Bird-Watching-Tours/d30971-133234P2?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 90 USD · 3–3 HOUR

More on the HTML page: https://sorted.travel/places/port-of-spain#activities

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