Belau National Museum
Museum National museum preserving Palauan culture and artifacts
Koror’s national museum houses Palauan artifacts, ethnographic collections and WWII material; visitors come for exhibits on indigenous lifeways, navigation and colonial history, plus research on reef and island cultures.
The Belau National Museum is Palau’s national museum located in Koror, serving as the principal repository for the country’s cultural, historical and natural collections. It functions as the main public museum for Palauan heritage and material culture.
Exhibition space covers traditional cultural objects, ethnographic material, archaeological finds and items related to World War II history, alongside natural history specimens and photographic archives. Displays typically include traditional boats, tools, clothing and community-donated objects that illustrate Palauan life and history.
The museum was created in the mid-20th century to preserve Palauan cultural and historical materials and has assembled its collections through local donations, archaeological recovery and field research. It also supports community education and documentation of intangible cultural heritage.
Situated in the town of Koror on the island of Koror, the museum is a short drive from the main transport hubs on the islands and is straightforward to visit as part of travel around Koror and nearby island attractions.
- Location: Located in the main town of Koror, making it reachable on a short visit from the island's main harbour and services.
- Collections: Holds Palau's principal public collection of cultural, historical and natural specimens and objects.
How to Get to Belau National Museum #
The museum is in Koror, Palau’s main town. It is within walking distance of most hotels in Koror; taxis are available from Roman Tmetuchl International Airport (ROR).
Tips for Visiting Belau National Museum #
- Visit early in the day when local school groups have not yet filled the small galleries.
- Speak to the staff about guided tours - the museum's curators are often willing to explain objects that do not have English labels.
- Don't miss the outdoor display area near the museum that showcases traditional outrigger canoes and house-forms.
Best Time to Visit Belau National Museum #
Year-round access; dry season (Dec-Apr) is best for pairing museum visits with outdoor activities in Palau.
Weather & Climate near Belau National Museum #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (3584 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (275 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (220 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm).
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April
April is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (222 mm).
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May
May is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (279 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (421 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (422 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (365 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (289 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (329 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (268 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (297 mm).
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