Micronesia is a travel destination in Micronesia. Its capital is Palikir. February and January are its two best months to visit, ranked on 1991–2020 climate averages.
Top places to visit in Micronesia
Nan Madol (landmark) — UNESCO World Heritage "Venice of the Pacific" — a ceremonial city of 92 man-made islets connected by canals, built of stacked basalt columns c.1200 AD; the seat of the Saudeleur dynasty on Pohnpei, one of the Pacific's greatest archaeological wonders.
Truk Lagoon (Chuuk Lagoon) (natural) — The world's top wreck-diving destination — 60+ Japanese WWII ships sunk by Operation Hailstone in 1944 lying at 15–50 m depth in a crystal-clear lagoon; ghostly Zero fighters, tanks, locomotives, and artefacts encrusted in coral.
Sokehs Rock (Pohnpei) (natural) — Dramatic 250 m volcanic plug dominating Pohnpei's skyline — trail through jungle to the summit revealing panoramic views over the lagoon and mangrove coast; a sacred landmark for the Pohnpeian people.
Kepirohi Waterfall (Pohnpei) (natural) — Iconic multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush jungle — fed by Pohnpei's extraordinary rainfall (the wettest island on earth); crystal-clear freshwater pools perfect for swimming at the base.
Pohnpei Mangrove Forest (natural) — One of the Pacific's largest and most diverse mangrove systems — kayaking through cathedral arches of red mangrove, spotting kingfishers, fruit bats, and the rare Pohnpei lorikeet above the intertidal channels.
Yap Proper & Stone Money Banks (landmark) — Ancient Yapese stone money (rai) — limestone discs up to 3.6 m diameter quarried in Palau and transported by raft; displayed in stone money banks throughout Yap villages as a living traditional currency system.
Yap Manta Rays (natural) — Channel between Yap Island and Manta Ridge — one of the world's most reliable manta ray cleaning stations; oceanic mantas up to 5 m wing-span hover motionless to be cleaned by reef fish from November to May.
Palikir (National Government) (city) — Remote rainforest capital of Micronesia — purpose-built government complex facing the lagoon; the most isolated national capital in the world, giving a genuine sense of Pacific island isolation.
Ant Atoll (Pohnpei) (natural) — Remote pristine atoll 15 km southwest of Pohnpei — untouched reef with exceptional coral diversity, spinner dolphins, reef sharks, and nesting seabirds; accessible only by boat in calm weather.
Lelu Ruins (Kosrae) (landmark) — Medieval stone city on Kosrae island — rival to Nan Madol, built c.1400 AD with massive basalt walls enclosing the royal palace, royal tomb, and ceremonial platforms still largely intact in the mangroves.