Situated in Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹 (officially Republic of Trinidad and Tobago) is one of the most interesting places you can land on when you spin the globe. With a population of about 1.4 million and a total area of 5,130 km², it offers far more than its statistics suggest.
Whether you discovered Trinidad and Tobago through our random country spinner or searched for it directly, this guide covers everything you need to know: the flag, the capital city of Port of Spain, population figures, languages, currency, geography and a collection of memorable facts.
Where is Trinidad and Tobago located?
Trinidad and Tobago lies in Caribbean, in the Americas region of the world. Measuring roughly 5,130 square kilometres, it ranks 175th in the world by total area.
Trinidad and Tobago has no land borders at all — it is surrounded entirely by water, and this island setting has given it a distinct identity, ecosystem and way of life.
Port of Spain serves as the capital — the centre of government and, for most travellers, the gateway to everything else Trinidad and Tobago has to offer.
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Who lives in Trinidad and Tobago?
Trinidad and Tobago is home to approximately 1.4 million residents — the 157th largest population on the planet. Its people are known as Trinidadians.
The main language spoken here is English. Learning even a handful of phrases before a visit goes a long way with locals.
Like every country featured on Spin a Country, Trinidad and Tobago rewards curiosity — its festivals, food and everyday customs tell a story that statistics alone never can.
Good to know before you go
The official currency is the Trinidad and Tobago dollar (TTD, symbol $). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for Trinidad and Tobago is +1868. Websites from the country typically use the .tt internet domain.
If Trinidad and Tobago came up on your random spin, take five minutes to memorise its flag, capital (Port of Spain) and population — these are the three facts most often asked in geography quizzes.
Fun facts about Trinidad and Tobago
- Trinidad and Tobago's flag emoji is 🇹🇹 — its two-letter country code is TT and its three-letter code is TTO.
- Trinidad and Tobago covers 5,130 km², ranking 175th in the world by area.
- With about 1.4 million people, Trinidad and Tobago holds the 157th spot in the world population ranking.
- Trinidad and Tobago is a member state of the United Nations.
- Trinidad and Tobago is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
Trinidad and Tobago — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of Trinidad and Tobago?
- The capital of Trinidad and Tobago is Port of Spain.
- What is the population of Trinidad and Tobago?
- Trinidad and Tobago has a population of approximately 1,368,333 people, ranking 157th in the world.
- Where is Trinidad and Tobago located?
- Trinidad and Tobago is located in Caribbean, part of the Americas region.
- What language is spoken in Trinidad and Tobago?
- The main language spoken in Trinidad and Tobago is English.
- What currency is used in Trinidad and Tobago?
- Trinidad and Tobago uses the Trinidad and Tobago dollar (TTD).
