10 Things to do Good for Kids in Saipan That You Shouldn't Miss

August 10, 2021 Janean Rudisill

Many choose the Micronesian volcanic island of Saipan to tour the famous Grotto, an underwater limestone cavern plummeting seventy feet at its deepest point. The Grotto is home to a city of sea life, including turtles, coral, and reef sharks.  Land-lovers can find satisfaction in the Garapan Street market, a display of Saipan's unique food and craft tradition, or the World War II battlefields, a visual history of the Battle of Saipan. 
Restaurants in Saipan

1. Saipan Submarine

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5.0 based on 39 reviews

Saipan Submarine

Saipan Submarine offers a chance to explore the underwater world of the Tanapag Lagoon. There you will have the opportunity to view and photograph dozens of species of tropical fish and a wide variety of corals. Our Coast Guard certified submarine "Deepstar" takes you through towering "coral gardens" and across open sandy areas where sea turtles, stingrays, and sharks often swim alongside. Each seat is situated comfortably in front of extra-large viewports ideal for photographing the WWII shipwreck and plane wreck we explore as part of the 40-minute tour. An on-board narration in multiple languages helps to explain each feature we see. From our dock, spacious transfer vessels carry you to and from the submarine, waiting just a few minutes from the Saipan Submarine home base. Our helpful crew will assist you at every step, insuring a safe and enjoyable family friendly experience.

2. Managaha Island

Mariana Islands +1 670-664-3200
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4.5 based on 976 reviews

Managaha Island

Reviewed By RodneyR550

There is a ferry out to this very small island. (One can walk the perimeter in 15 - 20 minutes.) There are two swimming beaches, the best snorkeling is at the beach which is the farthest from the dock. I saw the greatest variety of fish very close to the shore here. I also saw the largest fish of anywhere on the island (and I hit every beach). There is a souvenir store here which is nice if you forgot sun block, but nothing unique was sold here. There is also a very nice, reasonably priced snack bar, and a buffet lunch if you want to make a day of it.

3. Obyan Beach

Obyan Mariana Islands
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4.5 based on 128 reviews

Obyan Beach

4. Puntan Sabaneta

Garapan 96950 Mariana Islands +1 670-664-3200
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4.5 based on 209 reviews

Puntan Sabaneta

Reviewed By rossanas73 - Panama City Beach, United States

Just looking at the ocean you can feel the presence of God, you fill the spirit with peace and love.

5. Mt.Tapochao

Mariana Islands
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4.5 based on 211 reviews

Mt.Tapochao

Reviewed By 607candacel - Minnesota, United States

The road up to the top may be a tad intimidating for a mainlander but it is well worth it. The 360 degree view of the island is SO worth it. Just beautiful and inspiring to see the sparkling water surrounding this gorgeous island.

6. Landing Beach

Mariana Islands
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

Landing Beach

7. American Memorial Park

Garapan 96950-5198 Mariana Islands +1 670-234-7207 http://www.nps.gov/amme
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4.0 based on 321 reviews

American Memorial Park

American Memorial Park honors the American and Marianas people who gave their lives during the Marianas Campaign of World War II. 5,204 Names are inscribed on a memorial which was dedicated during the 50th Anniversary of the Invasion of Saipan. The Visitor Center is open from 9am to 5pm, Monday thru Sunday. Inside there is an exhibit hall that gives more information about Operation Forager, which includes the Battles of Saipan, Tinian, and the Philippine Sea. The exhibits are in English and Japanese. There are translation binders of the exhibits available in Chinese, Korean, and Russian. "An Island Called Saipan", the park's movie is available for viewing in the Visitor Center. As of Dec 2014, the movie is offered in five languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Russian. Pacific Historic Parks (PHP) book store within the Visitor Center has a wide selection of souvenirs available for purchase.

Reviewed By khhan88 - Saipan, Mariana Islands

This U.S. National Park is open all year round and if you are stopping by Saipan, you must stop here to get your history grounded and get some real action look at historical artifacts. The bookstore is great and the locals use the beloved park for their walks, skateboards and other activities.

8. Micro Beach

Garapan Mariana Islands
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4.0 based on 275 reviews

Micro Beach

Reviewed By mfheinonen - San Diego, United States

Really enjoyed hanging out on the beach. There were no crowds due to all of the travel advisories and the weather was perfect. I don’t know what it’s like during the high season but it was amazing for us.

9. Suicide Cliff

Mariana Islands +1 670-664-3200 http://www.facebook.com/saipantourstar
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4.0 based on 290 reviews

Suicide Cliff

Reviewed By Jlee7575

Suicide Cliff is at the top of a stunning cliff and is one of the sites in Marpi Point National Historical landmark. The other sites include The Japanese Peace Memorial, The Korean Peace Memorial and Banzai Cliff. Most people (including me) stop first at Banzai Cliff, then the Peace Memorials and then make their way to the top of the cliff to see Suicide Cliff because that's the order they're situated along the road coming from Garapan. What I didn't understand until I was leaving Suicide Cliff and driving back down the road past the Memorials is that the Memorials are at the base of Suicide Cliff and then Banzai Cliff is not far away. When I was walking through the memorials I kept taking videos of the cliff wall because it really is a striking and beautiful sight to see those memorials nestled alongside the cliff. What I didn't yet know that I was taking videos from the bottom of suicide cliff. is So much memoriam one place. If you go to Saipan, take my advice and start this cluster of landmarks at the top of Suicide Cliff.

10. Last Command Post Park

As Matuis Drive, 96950 Mariana Islands http://www.recreationparks.net/MP/saipan/last-command-post-park-island-of-saipan
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4.0 based on 163 reviews

Last Command Post Park

Reviewed By Jlee7575

The Last Command Post is at the bottom of Suicide Cliff and next to the Korean and Japanese memorials. The bunker is pretty amazing and the first of it's kind that I've seen so it was especially awesome for me. The equipment and artillery are very interesting to see especially now as they weather the Saipan weather and humidity out in the open.

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