Visiting Apia Township, Apia, Upolu
Apia Township is one of Apia, Upolu's most-visited towns. This guide pairs the place with the stays nearby and the tours that include it on their itinerary, so you can plan a trip without bouncing between five tabs.
About this guide
Samoa's capital and the centre of business, government, food and nightlife. Mulivai Cathedral on the harbour front, the wedding-cake Government Building at Mulinu'u, the old clock tower, the Fugalei market and the long evening promenade along Beach Road. Most travellers base here for at least their first and last nights.
Where to stay (8)

Amanaki Hotel
Apia · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 280 / night

Apia Central Hotel
Apia · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 270 / night

Eden's Edge Hotel
Apia · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 280 / night

Fugalei Motel
Apia · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 180 / night

Hotel Elisa
Apia · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 430 / night

Hotel Millenia Samoa
Apia · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 320 / night

Lava Hotel
Apia · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 380 / night

Le Alaimoana Hotel
Apia · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 350 / night
Things to do (5)

Apia Samoa: Full Day Cruise Ship Excursion
Island Journey Samoa
- Shore excursion
- 6 hours 30 minutes
from WST 377 / adult

Full-Day Upolu Island Highlights Tour from Apia
Samoa Surf and Turf Tours
- Day tour
- 7 to 8 hours
from WST 363 / adult

Apia Highlights Shore Excursion Tour + Lunch & Island Show
Apia Highlights Tours
- Shore excursion
- 6 to 8 hours
from WST 541 / adult

AlexNLolos Apia Samoa Shore Excursion
Alex N Lolos Transport & Tours
- Shore excursion
- 4 to 8 hours
from WST 251 / adult

Apia Faleolo Airport (APW) to Apia – Round-Trip Private Transfer
Faleolo Airport Transfer
- Transfer
- 1 hour 40 minutes
from WST 386 / adult
Practical info
Before you fly, skim our Samoa travel info page — visa rules, ferry to Savai'i, driving on the left, village fees, and cultural protocols. For event timing, the Samoa events calendar covers festivals, public holidays, and weekly markets.