Overview
Scarborough is the capital and main city of Tobago, the smaller of the two islands that make up Trinidad and Tobago. While smaller than Port of Spain, it serves as the administrative center and a convenient base for exploring Tobago's beaches, rainforests, and natural attractions.
Beach · Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
Mobile coverage is available across Tobago. Check with local providers for SIM cards if needed for extended stays.
Food
Local Trinidadian food like cow heel and pig tail soups are cheap and readily available. Chinese restaurants tend to stay open latest.
Money
Currency is Trinidad and Tobago dollars (TT$). Credit cards are accepted at larger hotels and some restaurants but cash is preferred at local eateries and markets.
Transport
Taxis are the main local transport. Airport bus costs TT$3 (advance purchase required); local taxi under TT$20, hire taxi around TT$90.
Weather
Tropical climate year-round with temperatures 22-31°C. Dry season January-May is peak tourism; rainy season June-November with October wettest.
