Visiting Samoa Cultural Village, Apia, Upolu
Samoa Cultural Village is one of Apia, Upolu's most-visited cultural sites. 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
A free interactive showcase of fa'a Samoa run by the Samoa Tourism Authority on the Apia waterfront. Watch demonstrations of weaving, traditional umu cooking, kava ceremony, ie toga (fine mat) making and the closing fire-knife dance — all by Samoan elders. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday only, 10:30am–12:30pm. Donations welcome.
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
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.