Pago Pago
Pago Pago is American Samoa’s capital, set around a deep harbor on Tutuila. Come for the island scenery, Samoan culture and a base for exploring the island.
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Pago Pago is the capital of American Samoa, a U.S. territory in the South Pacific. The town sits beside a deep natural harbor on Tutuila, with steep, green volcanic slopes rising around the waterfront. It makes a base for seeing the harbor, exploring the island and learning about Samoan culture, which is part of daily life across the territory.
Plan time for the waterfront and trips around Tutuila. Pago Pago suits travelers interested in nature and local culture more than those planning a resort-beach stay or a packed city itinerary. The drier months are usually more comfortable for a visit. Two or three days gives you time to see the town and nearby parts of the island; stay longer to explore at a slower pace.
Pago Pago in five
- Carry US dollars for everyday spendingAmerican Samoa uses the US dollar (USD). Keep cash for small purchases and local buses.
- Check American Samoa entry rulesEntry requirements differ from those for the US mainland and depend on your passport. Check the current rules before travel.Visas and entry
- Use an aiga bus for local ridesThese brightly painted buses run along Tutuila’s main road and can stop when hailed. Tell the driver where you are going and carry cash for the fare.Getting around
- Save 911 for emergenciesCall 911 for police, fire or medical emergencies in American Samoa.
- Set your clock to UTC−11Pago Pago is on Samoa Standard Time, UTC−11, with no daylight saving time.
Things to do in Pago Pago
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Need to know
- Currency
- US dollar (USD)
- Entry
- Entry requirements depend on your passport
- Emergency
- 911 police, fire and ambulance
- Tipping
- Expected at US-style sit-down restaurants
- Time
- UTC−11, no daylight saving
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- JanuaryWet season
- FebruaryHot, rainy
- MarchRain easing
- AprilShowers ease
- MayDry season
- JuneDrier days
- JulyCooler, dry
- AugustDry season
- SeptemberDry, warmer
- OctoberRain returns
- NovemberWet season
- DecemberHot, rainy
Right now in Pago Pago
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 25°
- Humidity
- 70%
- Wind
- 28 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 8%
Tutuila
03:21 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today25°23°8%Monday: Drizzle. High 25°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 8%.
- Tue25°23°82%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 25°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 82%.
- Wed24°23°52%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 24°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 52%.
- Thu24°23°16%Thursday: Cloudy. High 24°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 16%.
- Fri24°22°24%Friday: Drizzle. High 24°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 24%.
- Sat24°23°37%Saturday: Drizzle. High 24°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 37%.
- Sun25°23°21%Sunday: Drizzle. High 25°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 21%.
Updated 11:22 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 EUR = 1.119 USD
Rates from Nov 3, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Aunuʻu Islandabout 1 hour by boatVisit a small island off Tutuila for coastal scenery and a change of pace.
- National Park of American Samoaabout 30 to 60 min by carWalk forest trails and visit coastal areas on Tutuila within the national park.
- Tisa’s Barefoot Barabout 30 min by carGo for a meal and a swim on Tutuila’s south coast.
Before you go to Pago Pago
Pago Pago FAQ
How many days do you need in Pago Pago?
Allow two or three days for Pago Pago and nearby parts of Tutuila. Add time if you plan to explore more of the island or visit another island in American Samoa.
Is Pago Pago worth visiting?
Yes, if you want a base for Tutuila’s harbor, local markets and island scenery. It is a small town, so plan time for trips beyond the center.
How do you get around Pago Pago?
Aiga buses run along Tutuila’s main road and can be hailed from the roadside. Taxis and rental cars are other options; carry cash for bus fares.
What currency does Pago Pago use?
Pago Pago uses the US dollar. Carry some cash for small shops and aiga buses.
What time zone is Pago Pago in?
Pago Pago uses Samoa Standard Time, UTC−11, and does not observe daylight saving time.
Do you need a car in Pago Pago?
Not for every trip, but a car gives you more control over journeys around Tutuila. Aiga buses and taxis can cover some local routes.