Samoa (Apia)
Top things to do in Samoa?
If you're heading to Samoa, Apia is where you'll land, unpack and instantly start wondering why you didn't book the extra day. The capital keeps things laidback but still knows how to show you a good time, tropical gardens, fresh market stalls, and swimming spots just a short drive from town.
Things to do in Apia start with the markets for fruit, crafts and a snack you didn't know you needed. Take a wander along the waterfront, stop for a fresh coconut, or head uphill to the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, where the grounds are just as good as the story.
The food is full of flavour and best kept casual. Grab oka (raw fish with coconut cream), taro, or something smoky off the grill and eat it outside with a sea view. Cafés are dotted around town, and most of them come with strong coffee and an even stronger breeze.
Apia makes it easy to relax. It's warm, walkable and full of friendly faces, with beaches and waterfalls close enough to sneak into your afternoon. Come for Samoa, stay for Apia - the kind of capital that knows how to keep things simple, sunny and exactly where you want to be.
