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What to do and see in Samoa, Samoa: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Samoa, Samoa including Samoa Cultural Village, Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, To Sua Ocean Trench, Piula Cave Pool, Afu Aau Waterfall, Alofaaga Blowholes, Immaculate Conception of Mary Cathedral, Papapapaitai Falls, Papaseea Sliding Rock, Palolo Deep Marine Reserve.
Restaurants in Samoa
1. Samoa Cultural Village
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 343 reviews
Discover Samoa's age-old culture and traditions in a fun and interactive way at the Samoa Cultural Village on Beach Road in the heart of Apia. Fa'a Samoa - the Samoan Way! Samoa is a traditional Polynesian society with Fa'a Samoa playing a vital role in village and community life. Samoans are proud of their strong Fa'a Samoa - which means 'the Samoan Way'. It is the essence of the Samoan culture and dictates how Samoans are meant to behave and their obligations to their elders, superiors, family, community, church and the environment. There are over 362 nu'u or villages in Samoa with a total of 18,00 matais (chiefs). Churches of various denominations feature in every village while meeting houses and open fales or homes encircle the malae or village green. Fa'a Samoa has a strong focus on welcoming visitors making Samoans friendly and hospitable hosts. However, Samoans expect their guests to observe and respect local customs. For a quick insight into Samoa's culture and traditions, visit the Samoa Cultural Village today.
Reviewed By Jumbody
informative and interesting tour that gives you an insight into Samoan culture, from making your own woven plate, watching traditional food preparation, tatoo, wood carving, textile, dance and all presented with good humour and a free lunch! Must do when in Apia!
2. Robert Louis Stevenson Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,181 reviews
This was the poet's home for the last few years of his life and his burial site.
Reviewed By LenLen10
This is an amazing experience and really feels like a step back in time. The staff are so friendly, informative and proud - it's well worth doing the guided tour of the house so you can get a real insight into Robert Louis Stevenson's life and time in Samoa.
3. To Sua Ocean Trench
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,501 reviews
Tosua literally means a Giant Swimming Hole. 30 meters deep and is accessible via a long ladder to the pool.Overlooking the ocean is a beach called Fagaoneone meaning white sand whereas opposite is a lava field with blow hole, tide pools and walking paths along the rocks near the ocean’s edge.
Reviewed By BexTGAnz - Tauranga, New Zealand
This is such a beautiful spot with a lovely view of the ocean all around. Really scary getting up and down the ladder and the current was quite strong but there was a rope to hang on to. My 7 year old was less scared than me but I wouldn’t have taken him if he was any younger
4. Piula Cave Pool
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 314 reviews
Reviewed By 731wayneh - Pottsville, Australia
The water is cool and inviting and you can swim through the the cave to the other side if your game. There are fish in the pool but do not bother the swimmers. A great place for a picnic and a swim.
5. Afu Aau Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 355 reviews
Reviewed By MattysShenanigans - New Zealand, null
Down a small road, which feels like someones driveway, this incredible place greats you. The amazing thing about this waterfall is that you can swim here and also go in behind the waterfall to get some amazing photos of the water cascading down, If you are interested in seeing a video (incl drone footage) of this waterfall and more on Samoa. Check out MATT'YS SHENANIGANS on youtube.
6. Alofaaga Blowholes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 472 reviews
Reviewed By 956belindaa - Waipawa, New Zealand
Was totally amazed at the blow holes. I think you actually need to do it for yourself to truly appreciate them. Yes I'd read reviews and seen pictures but nothing had prepared me for what we experienced. Yes the track is a bit rough driving in but if you go slow its ok. We paid at the gate then had to pay $5 tala to park but thats their source of income, they ate tourist attracrions and its a cheap price in comparison to other countries. We paid $10 tala for the man to drop coconuts into the blow hole and that was well worth it to see them fire out. Would highly recommend to anyone to make the effort to go here as i would definitely re visit again.
7. Immaculate Conception of Mary Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 348 reviews
Reviewed By CCKHH
Welcoming and wonderful, a lovely church. The Sunday morning service was lovely. The last supper paining is gorgeous.
8. Papapapaitai Falls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 376 reviews
You don't need to pronounce the name to appreciate these spectacular falls that plunge 500 feet into a volcanic crater, surrounded by a lush rain forest.
Reviewed By dhm80 - Mount Nathan, Australia
A really beautiful waterfall that can be viewed from a roadside stop. No facilities at the view point.
9. Papaseea Sliding Rock
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 563 reviews
You may want to try this again and again once you've experienced the thrill of skimming the 16-foot waterfall down this natural rock slide.
Reviewed By ScottMartin - Dunedin, New Zealand
Took a nice little solo mission to the Papaseea Sliding Rock. Easy to find and good road accessible by scooter with a $10 Tala entry fee (which is to be expected at most attractions in Samoa). Arrived and had the place to myself for a start and explored all the different pools and relaxed in this magical space, surrounded by the tropical jungle paradise. Initially didn't see anywhere safe to slide down the rocks, but upon some youth arriving and showing me how it was done, I soon joined in and had a blast. Epic spot whether you want to chill or be more adventurous.
10. Palolo Deep Marine Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 431 reviews
Reviewed By JanL126 - Toronto, Canada
Cheap entry fee. Very good value with fales, picnic tables, change rooms, tree swings and of course the amazing snorkelling! Don't go during low tide. Also, it's more difficult for smaller kids since you have to swim out a bit to see the good stuff. The ocean waves make it tiring for little kids. We saw TONS of fish and beautiful coral. We enjoyed the snorkelling!
