Capital · Guam
Hagåtña
Spend a half‑day in Hagåtña for the Spanish plaza, Fort Santa Agueda and the Guam Museum; no overnight stay needed.
Hagåtña is Guam’s tiny capital (≈1 100 residents) with a historic plaza, a Spanish fort, a war museum and a Wednesday night market. It’s best visited as a short stop from a Tumon base – a few hours are enough.
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- Weather
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- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- All year
- Airport
- GUM
- Nights
- 0 (half day)
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Rules in force · 6
- Oceania ↗Oceania's island states guard their farms and reefs at the border: tick 'yes' on the arrival card for any food, plant, animal product, soil or used outdoor gear, and let the officer decide.
- Oceania ↗Across the tropical South Pacific, cyclones are possible from November to April: choose insurance that covers weather delays and keep one spare night before a long-haul departure.
- Micronesia ↗Micronesia runs on a handful of weekly flights, so one cancellation can cost several days: build slack into every connection between islands.
- Guam ↗US entry rules apply: visitors need a US visa, ESTA under the US Visa Waiver Program, or eligibility for the Guam–CNMI Visa Waiver Program. Check US Customs and Border Protection for your passport; the Guam–CNMI waiver does not allow onward travel to the rest of the US.
- Guam ↗Guam is outside the US customs territory: complete the Guam customs declaration on arrival and declare food, plants and animal products.
- Guam ↗Drive on the right, as in the mainland US; a valid foreign licence is accepted for short visits.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Hagåtña911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Hagåtña, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD).Guam-wide
- SIM or eSIMLocal networks are Docomo Pacific, GTA and IT&E; tourist SIMs and eSIMs sell at the airport and online.Guam-wide
- Tap waterTreated tap water is generally safe to drink; follow boil-water notices after typhoons.Guam-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 15–20% unless a service charge is on the bill.Guam-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 110 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Guam-wide
- SafetyHagåtña is generally safe; petty theft is rare, but keep valuables secure in crowded markets and use licensed taxis.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets throughout; paper goes in the bowl.Guam-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidayscheckGovernment offices close on US federal and Guam holidays; some south-island sites have short hours or close on Mondays (check).Guam-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportGUM Antonio B.
- Getting aroundThe town is walkable; local buses (Route 1) connect to Tumon and the southern loop.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at local café$2–$4
- Metro or bus rideBus fare (single ride)$2
- Museum or sight ticketGuam Museum entry$3 per person
A day, not counting the bed: Budget $30–$50 · Mid $60–$100 · High $120+
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- GUM Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport (Main gateway to Guam; about 10 min drive to Hagåtña.)
Weather and climate
Hagåtña: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
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Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The town is walkable; local buses (Route 1) connect to Tumon and the southern loop. Taxis are available but can be pricey.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Fort Santa Agueda
goDoor to door: ≈10 min total
Walk north from Plaza de España, about 5 min
Spanish‑era fort ruins with city views.
Guam Museum
goDoor to door: ≈5 min total
Walk east from Plaza de España, about 3 min
$3 entry, exhibits on Chamorro history.
Pacific War Museum
goDoor to door: ≈15 min total
Bus Route 1 south to 6th St, about 10 min, then 2 min walk
Free entry, WWII artifacts.
Fish Eye Underwater Observatory (Piti)
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Bus Route 1 south to Marine Corps Drive, then taxi ~10 min
Underwater view of coral reef; check opening.
San Carlos Falls
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Bus Route 1 to Larson Rd, then walk 15 min
Steep trail, swimming hole; bring repellent.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
No hotels in Hagåtña
Stay in Tumon (≈10 min by car or bus) for overnight accommodation.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $30–$50 excl. bed
- Mid
- $60–$100 excl. bed
- High
- $120+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Guam Museum entry | $3 per person |
| Coffee at local café | $2–$4 |
| Bus fare (single ride) | $2 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Wednesday night market runs only on Wednesdays; check opening times.
- Fort Santa Agueda has limited opening hours; verify before visiting.
- Some sites (e.g., Fish Eye) may close for maintenance; check the official site.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Embassy
US consular services are provided at the Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services; most other nations use the US embassy in Washington, D.C.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi Hagåtña → Tumon: about $15–$20, 10 min (check)
- Bus Route 1, Hagåtña ↔ Tumon: about $2 per ride
Say or show
- Disculpa — Excuse me / Sorry (dis-kuhl-pah)
- Si Yu’os Ma’åse’ — Thank you (see yoo-os ma-ah-seh)
- Håfa maolek? — How much is it? (hah-fah mao-lek)
- Undåyi na baño? — Where is the restroom? (oon-dah-yee nah bah-nyo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Hagåtña. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: All year · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Hagåtña
- secondaryWikivoyage: Hagåtña, revision 5062815 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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