Arouca
Town in Tunapuna–Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
Arouca is a town in the East–West Corridor of Trinidad and Tobago located 19 km (12 mi) east of Port of Spain, along the Eastern Main Road. It is located west of Arima, east of Tunapuna and Tacarigua, south of Lopinot, and north of Piarco. It is governed by the Tunapuna–Piarco Regional Corporation. Arouca may be a corruption of Arauca, an Amerindian tribe.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 27,820
- Coordinates
- 10.629, -61.335
- Timezone
- America/Port_of_Spain
Overview of Arouca
Arouca belongs to Trinidad and Tobago and has the feel of a compact town. It counts about 27,820 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Plan around culture, sports and adventure and you will not run out of ideas. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Arouca
Culture in Arouca
(8)Under culture, Arouca is tagged with Ancient Ruins, Art Galleries, Churches, Docks and Historical Sites. The full list runs to 8 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Arouca.
Sports in Arouca
(4)On the sports side, Arouca offers Hiking, Hiking Trails, Running and Walking Trails. All of it is drawn from Arouca's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Adventure in Arouca
(2)Under adventure, Arouca is tagged with Off Road Trails and Treasure Hunts. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Arouca.
Nature in Arouca
(2)Arouca records Islands and Rivers under nature. All of it is drawn from Arouca's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nightlife in Arouca
(2)Our data lists Clubs and Disco as nightlife options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Arouca.
Wellness in Arouca
(1)Arouca records Wellness under wellness. Everything listed here comes from what Arouca is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Arouca
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Arouca is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Trinidad and Tobago and continue by car or bike. Time zone: America/Port_of_Spain.
Similar destinations
Places near Arouca that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arouca known for?
- Arouca, in Trinidad and Tobago, is best known for culture, sports and adventure. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 27,820 residents.
- What can you do in Arouca?
- Recorded activities in Arouca include Ancient Ruins, Art Galleries, Churches, Docks and Historical Sites. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Arouca?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Arouca located?
- Arouca is located in Trinidad and Tobago. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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