Things to do & places to visit in Koror Island, Palau

Koror Island #1 destination in Palau 2023. The average rating score is 4.48 based on 5.831 traveler reviews, of 32 attractions. Timezone: Pacific/Palau, current date and time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 18:39.

Top things to do (28)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Palau Dive Adventures (380 reviews)
- Amazing Palau Dive Family
Scuba & Snorkelling

If you are wanting to dive in Palau, check out Palau dive adventures first. It is a one stop shop. When they advertise valet- they mean valet!! One call and you will have lodging, transportation, and any excursions taken care of for you. Pack light, they even offer laundry services. Now about diving. There are no words to describe this experience. The dive masters and captain are brilliant. They know where and when to go to all the top dive sights, they know just how to make you feel comfortable and attend to your every need. I felt we payed a typical price per day but got a royal experience rarely experienced by those of us regular people. We were originally booked on a live aboard which got cancelled. I am so glad it did. My skills are quite different from my husband's and I was planning on just a few of the easier dives while he would go full throttle. I ended up diving 9 days with 27 dives including one night dive. The diving was amazing and between dives, the crew shared their life stories which gave us an authentic personal experience of Palauan culture. Myles shared some underwater pictures he took and made us a video complete with music. It really was beyond special. I suggested he charge a fee for his incredible talent and he just smiled and said he was happy to do it. I can not recommend or say enough about the entire staff at Palau Dive Adventures except call them today. This was a trip of a lifetime!!!!! .....Sara See more..
5.0 Rock Islands Southern Lagoon (346 reviews)
- Mother Natures Beauty
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Seeing the rock islands is guaranteed if you are going to anywhere such as milky way, diving, snorkeling, or jellyfish lake. They are a string of beautiful islands that you wiz past on a boat when you are traveling to any of your destinations. As in all my other reviews I recommend using Captain John for a private charter since he is cheaper than the tour companies and is cognizable on what you want. (680) 778-7333. We found his information through the Palau Visitors Bureau See more..
5.0 Swings Palau Tours (93 reviews)
- Awesome guide, excellent service & super fun trips!
Scuba & Snorkelling • Fishing Charters & Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Private Tours • Kayaking & Canoeing

My friends and I we just came back from an island/fishing trip with Swings Palau Tours and it was such a fun day!! Swing and his son, SJ were very professional. Swing definitely knows where are the best spots to go for the fishing and which route to go pass to get the best sunset views. We did snorkelling, fishing and beach trip with him. He would keep an eye on you to make sure you are safe in and on the water always. We had our freshly caught fishes as lunch that was cooked by Swing and his son and it was so good. Strongly recommend Swings Palau Tours to everyone who's looking to book a snorkelling/diving/fishing/island trips at Palau! See more..
5.0 Rock Islands (56 reviews)
- Breathtaking
Islands

A spectacular collection of reefs, lagoon and tiny islands popular with divers. See more..
5.0 Omkar Yoga Palau (18 reviews)
- Relaxing yoga at paradise
Sunday: 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM Spent < 1 hour Yoga & Pilates

Namaste. This is Omkar Yoga Palau! All levels are welcome. We specialize in Ashtanga Yoga and also have a Retiree class. Our studio is open every day except for Saturday. Come and join us! See more..
5.0 Elilai Spa (17 reviews)
- Best Massage World Wide!
Spas

We have traveled the world and tried Massage Spas in all quarters of the world. If you are fortunate to be able to enjoy this lovely setting with the charming Balinese ladies who can work miracles of massage you won't be disappointed! We visited twice this past month and had a couples Mondara massage. This is a 120 minute extraordinary experience with two ladies working on each of you with a choreographed and synchronized massage that is pure heaven. Lovely scented oils and private chalet rooms make this a fabulous addition to your vacation experience. Not inexpensive but worth every dollar. See more..
5.0 Honeymoon Island (2 reviews)
- BEAUTIFUL
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Islands

This used to be a very private place to go to the beach. We went April 6th & they were using overflow parking. It is $8 to get in to the place. There are no hotels or businesses. There is an onsite restaurant and changing rooms, bathrooms, souvenir shop, etc. If you just want to go to the beach for the day this is a great place to go. See more..
5.0 Island Bicycle Rental (1 review)
- A bicycle rental shop that "delivered" their service well!
Gear Rentals
Before traveling to Palau, I had wanted to book for a rental of bicycle for the duration of my stay on the island; unfortunately, I was never able to find or book any and so I thought there was no such service, until I arrived on the island, bringing my own bicycle! Somehow, the rear-tire of my bicycle got **&(* in the back of the van that was shuttling me from the airport to my hotel. I was on a budget-trip and so I wasn't exactly thrilled that I was going to have to rent a car and/or take a taxi. Luckily, I was informed by the concierge of the ONLY 2 local bike rental shops on the island. I checked out the very first one in the phone book and it was an answering machine that was in Japanese! I only know 'sushi' and 'wasabi'. I then checked out the last place (Island bicycle rental). Within the hour, they delivered a bicycle with map, poncho, bike computer, storage bag, etc. more than I expected for a rental bike. Their rental is $20.00/day. I rented the bike for 4 days and they gave me a break for $15/day!!! They picked up the bike after I was done with it too!! Great service, nice bike (GIANT) and friendly staff. If you are traveling to Palau on a budget or you want to take your time in your exploration of the island, I would highly recommend these guys-island bicycle rental. good luck. See more..
4.5 Jellyfish Lake (1.261 reviews)
- Swimming with sun and moon jellyfish in Palau
Bodies of Water

The jellyfish lake is about 10-15 minutes walk from the boat ramp, up and down a steep hill with steps and rope to hold on. I did it using my crocs closed toe sandal with backstrap. it was a lot of fun swimming with sun and moon jellyfish. You need to hike with your snorkeling gear and any camera equipment so a mesh bag is a good idea. Our group spent 1.5 hours on the lake. We must use eco friendly sunblock that is not harmful for the jellyfish. See more..
4.5 Milky Way (717 reviews)
- So Much Fun!
Bodies of Water

Before I start my review I recommend calling Captain John for a private charter. He is cheaper than all the other companies and is flexible with time. (680) 778-7333. Anyways.... You have to come here if visiting Palau. This place is included with most tours but it was a must stop on my list. Although you don't need to spend a bunch of time here you do need to pay it a visit. The mud is soft and feels nice on the skin. Plus you can get creative and draw on each other of yourself with it. It's located in a beautiful lagoon where you can swim for a while. See more..
4.5 Sam's Tours Palau (705 reviews)
- Trip of a lifetime!
Sunday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling • Shark Diving • Water Sports • Kayaking & Canoeing

Sam's provided an excellent diving experience along with helping to navigate Covid-19 restrictions. We had the "Best" Sam's crew with Sharon, Rockstar(Rockson) and Jimmy (Sorry Jeremy but our boat was better). Sharon was amazing at putting on her mask and sticking her head in over the side of the boat to judge the current an know what sites would be best to dive at the time. Sharon and Rockstar's ability to see and point out the tiniest of marine life and know when the big stuff would come was incredible. Captain Jimmy could drive through the islands in his sleep. Trip of a lifetime! See more..
4.5 Fish 'n Fins Palau (433 reviews)
- Diving with Fish n' Fins in Palau
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling

Our group dove with Fish n' Fins in Palau for 10 days. From initial check-in to final check-out, it was a very efficient and pleasant experience. The dive boats were fast (they needed to be given the distance to the dive sites) and comfortable with seats lifting up to provide dry storage areas. The dive guides were very good and went very slowly which we all appreciated. We experienced an equipment malfunction with our own equipment and the dive guide had a ready spare and helped replace the defective part in between dives so no dives were lost. The lunches provided for dining on a beach after two dives were wonderful with many choices, especially for the vegetarians. All in all, our group was thrilled with Fish n' Fins and highly recommend them for your dive vacation. See more..
4.5 Ngardmau Falls (383 reviews)
- Amazing waterfall, worth the short trek.
Waterfalls

A cool hike leading to an amazing waterfall. Me and my gf were the only people there. Worth the short 20-30 min trek. I recommend bringing shoes with some grip as you have to cross a shallow river bed with slipper rocks. See more..
4.5 Long Beach (242 reviews)
- Stunning
Beaches

Perfect for your perfect tropical paradise postcard at this sandy bar that uncovers at low tide. Do not miss it! See more..
4.5 Kayangel Island (94 reviews)
- best surprise in Palau
Spent More than 3 hours Islands

First time I heard about Kayangel when planning my Palau trip I was a bit pesimistic - no Internet reviews about the place, far away and expensive to reach. However it was the greatest time spent in Palau - both in getting to know the local culture and the local life. One big advice - book an overnight (or more recommened a few nights) stay at Lazarus house - one of the rangers in the island. I can provide you with his phone if needed. See more..
4.5 Mandarin Fish Lake (61 reviews)
- Surprisingly great snorkeling
Reefs

Stopped here for a bit as part of a kayak tour. The mandarin fish are shockingly tiny and skittish, but they're there if you look hard enough. Hopefully a guide can point you to the right corals. Otherwise, the lake is fantastically clear with healthy coral and good fish populations. There was even a lionfish hanging out near the entry area. See more..
4.5 German Channel (56 reviews)
- A must dive spot in Palau
Bodies of Water

We saw marbles rays, white tips, black tips, grey reef sharks and to top it off a huge oceanic manta dropped by to welcome us. All on our 1st dive. We ended up diving here 2 more times. Highly recommended. See more..
4.5 Belau Art Gallery (47 reviews)
- Probably the only one of its kind in the region. A must visit
This location was reported permanently closed Art Galleries

Welcome to Belau Art Gallery! Come visit us at our new showroom located in the heart of downtown Koror. Belau Art Gallery is across from the Bethlehem Park. Close to the Bank of Guam in the PDC building. Belau Art Gallery was the first fine art gallery to open in the Republic of Palau, it was established in 2004 by the gallery's founder artist Michael Glinski. Michael Glinski made Palau his permanent home following his success as an ocean artist, drawing inspiration from Palau's incredible natural beauty both above and below the ocean's surface. The gallery features original oil paintings and limited edition prints; as well as, a multitude of other artworks including sculptures and custom Palau inspired jewelry designed by Michael Glinski. Gallery hours: 10 am - 10 pm 7 days a week Free delivery to your hotel. We can arrange shipping worldwide. See more..
4.5 Ngermeaus Island (12 reviews)
- Pristine Shores, or so it appeared.
Spent 1-2 hours Islands

We stopped here for lunch one day after a mornings diving, it's probably one of the few islands that you are either permitted to go ashore, due to turtle breeding or its accessibility. Proving popular with other dive/day charter boats, it is evident once ashore for once you are in from the beach you cannot help but notice the abundance of litter. Plastic cups, bottles, personal items and more. It's such a shame that what appears an idyllic setting should be spoilt behind the scenes of a pristine shoreline. Maybe some of it was washed up from previous storms, but the quantity of new litter can only have come from recent visitors. Why I ask you cannot the authorities clear it up or at least ensure that visitors take their rubbish away with them. Yes the beach is wonderful take the stroll, see the coconuts that have established themselves along the shore, hear birds singing in the canopy above and for one moment you could be Robinson Crusoe. A popular island, be sure to ask your driver to drop you off here if possible. Wear some sort of foot-ware for the sand is hot and the undergrowth can be a little hazardous inshore. See more..
4.5 Surangel and Sons Co (7 reviews)
- Good place to stock up
Spent 1-2 hours Shopping Malls

Locally owned and family operated shopping center in downtown Koror. Food, Clothing, Health and Beauty Products, Electronics, Souvenirs and more are available in the retail/wholesale stores in the shopping center. See more..
4.5 Anthias Body Care (4 reviews)
- 安くスパが受けられる
Spent < 1 hour Spas

とあるカフェ偶然チラシを見つけて予約して行ってきました。無料送迎あります。
ドライ・アロマオイル・タイ式・ホットストーン・ヘッド＆ショルダー・フットマッサージ・フェイシャルとメニューがあり、どれも1時間＄38です。
レセプショニストは日本語が堪能なので電話予約も日本語でできます。
アロマオイル1時間を受けました。HPでは4種類のオイルからチョイスとありましたが選ぶことはなかったです・・・。
腕は悪くないのですが、途中セラピストが咳込んで退出し5分ほど戻ってきませんでした。一応出ていく時と戻ってきた時に申し訳なさそうに「sorry」はありました。
ホテルスパに比べると格安で気軽に受けられたので良かったです。
電話予約の時に「ローカルか旅行者か」を聞かれたので現地の方も利用されるんでしょうね。 See more..
4.5 German Channel (56 reviews)
- A must dive spot in Palau
Bodies of Water

We saw marbles rays, white tips, black tips, grey reef sharks and to top it off a huge oceanic manta dropped by to welcome us. All on our 1st dive. We ended up diving here 2 more times. Highly recommended. See more..
4.0 Stone Monoliths (198 reviews)
- Looking back
Ancient Ruins

Stone monolith is quite far, it takes about a hour or more drive and a few minutes walk to reach the place. Along the way you can see the building of the National government. See more..
4.0 Belau National Museum (173 reviews)
- Interesting museum!
Speciality Museums

This museum contains native work, past and present, and shell and stone money, which is now used as family jewelry. See more..
4.0 Dolphins Pacific (139 reviews)
- Did an awesome dive with the dolphins here!
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Aquariums • Educational sites

The $4 million dollar center provides several different ways to learn about dolphins. See more..
4.0 Etpison Museum (111 reviews)
- Great museum and the best souvenir shop on the island
History Museums

This museum contains paintings and antique maps of Old Palau. See more..
4.0 Rur Giftshop & Cafe (14 reviews)
- Best gift shop/coffee in Palau
Speciality & Gift Shops

Absolutley amazing coffee and shaved ice! They also have the best gifts for sale. The staff is extremely kind and the store is very clean and cute☺️ See more..
4.0 International Night Market (12 reviews)
- "Pay Day" Friday night market (Official International Night Market)
Spent 1-2 hours Flea & Street Markets

Friday nite is payday and ppl come out to spend it. It happens every other Friday I believe. Tents with American BBQ, trinkets, food and drink. Local dancers dancing Palauan Dances and local singers. The dancers wear plastic "hula" skirts and T-shirts in different colors. Small but something to visit once while in Koror. I have pix and will upload as this gets accepted. See more..
4.0 Surangel's Supercenter (10 reviews)
- Good for food - go elsewhere for other things
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

Surangel's markets itself as a one-stop shop for everything - food, sundries, souvenirs, and diving supplies. It delivers only on the food. They have a broad selection of prepared and canned foods, and the produce looked good. However, other than food, this is not the place to go. Their souvenir section is small with limited selection. They have a counter with diving supplies, but again, selection is very limited. See more..
4.0 Coeur Et Corps PALAU (2 reviews)
Spas
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