About Nuku‘alofa
Nuku‘alofa is the capital of Tonga, home to around 22,400 people.
Best time
The warmer, drier months for the outdoors
Weather
Mild to tropical, with plenty of sunshine
Experiences
Things to do in Nuku‘alofa
1
Tonga National Museum
2
Tukuʻaho Memorial Museum
3
Ha’amonga ‘a Maui
4
Captain Cook Landing Site
5
Abel Tasman Landing Site
6
Mu’a
7
Ancient Royal Tombs of Lapaha
8
War Memorial
Budget travel
Free things to do in Nuku‘alofa
Tukuʻaho Memorial Museum
War Memorial
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Tonga National Museum
- Visit Tukuʻaho Memorial Museum
- Visit Ha’amonga ‘a Maui
- Eat at Friend's Cafe
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Captain Cook Landing Site
- Visit Abel Tasman Landing Site
- Visit Mu’a
- Eat at Pot Luck Training Restaurant
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Ancient Royal Tombs of Lapaha
- Visit War Memorial
- Visit Ancient Tonga
- Eat at Tavana Restaurant
Where to eat
Friend's Cafe
Pot Luck Training Restaurant
Tavana Restaurant
Waterfront Restaurant
TOP Restaurant
Billfish Bar & Restaurant
Where to stay
- Toni's Guest House
- High Light Guest House
- Taina’s Place
- Friendly Islander Hotel
- Oceanside Guest House
Shopping
- Talamahu Market
Museums & culture
- Tonga National Museum
- Tukuʻaho Memorial Museum
In pictures
Nuku‘alofa gallery
Keep exploring
