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Koror is regarded as Palau's commercial hub. Its lively streets offer an up-close look at everyday local life.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Koror
Gateway airport
Roman Tmetuchl International Airport (ROR)
Best season
Feb–Mar
Time zone
Pacific/Palau
Sights covered
9 places

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Koror Island

Nature

Koror Island

Koror Island lies in the western Pacific in Palau and is the most populous area in Koror State. Connected by bridge to Babeldaob Island, it makes a great base for exploring Palau.

Belau National Museum

Museums & galleries

Belau National Museum

The Belau National Museum in Koror is Palau's national museum — "Belau" means "Palau" in the Palauan language. It's worth a visit if you'd like to explore the country's premier national museum.

Ngerekebesang Island

Nature

Ngerekebesang Island

Arakabesan Island is an island in Koror State, Palau.

Malakal Island

Nature

Malakal Island

Malakal Island belongs to Koror State in Palau. It's a great spot to enjoy clear waters and natural scenery.

Koror–Babeldaob Bridge

Views & landmarks

Koror–Babeldaob Bridge

The Koror–Babeldaob Bridge is a 413-meter concrete bridge connecting Koror, Palau's former capital, with Babeldaob Island. Also known as the Japan–Palau Friendship Bridge, it offers refreshing ocean views from above.

Etpison Museum

Museums & galleries

Etpison Museum

The Etpison Museum in Koror showcases exhibits on Palau's history and culture. It opened in 1999, and the building itself is also worth a look.

Sacred Heart Church

Temples & religious sites

Sacred Heart Church

A Catholic church located in the center of Koror. It stands right next to Maristella School and the Etpison Museum, making it easy to visit both together.

Goby Lake

Nature

Goby Lake

Goby Lake is a marine lake on Koror Island, home to a subspecies of golden jellyfish found nowhere else. As one of Palau's leading marine lakes for evolutionary biology research, it's a great place to observe this unique ecosystem.

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Average temperature by month

5-year average

27° Jan
27° Feb
27° Mar
27° Apr
27° May
27° Jun
27° Jul
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