Europe
Guernsey
Quiet, very safe Channel Island with cliff paths, small bays and easy boat hops to car-free Sark and Herm. Pricey, tiny and sleepy outside summer.
- CurrencyGBPUS$1 ≈ £0.76Details
- English5/5Spoken almost everywhere
- PlugsType G230 V, 50 HzDetails
- Emergency999Police 999 · Ambulance 999 · Fire 999 · All emergencies 999
- Tap waterYes, drinkableMains water from Guernsey Water is treated and safe to drink.
- LGBTQ+Marriage equalityLegally equal and broadly accepting, though the scene is tiny and nightlife limited.
- DrivingOn the leftVisitors can drive on a valid home licence. Maximum speed is 35 mph, and lanes are very narrow.
Where to go in Guernsey
1 place with full guides. Comfortable monthly budget for one person, rent included.
| Place | Safety | Month, comfortable | Best months | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GuernseyIsland | 5/5 | $3,440–4,760 | May–Sep | — |
When to visit Guernsey
May–September for walks, swimming and island hopping; July–August is busiest. Winters are mild but windy, with fewer sailings and quiet towns.
Good to know
Entry
- Part of the Common Travel Area: no passport control arriving from the UK, Ireland, Jersey or the Isle of Man; airlines and ferries still want photo ID.
- Since 23 April 2026, visa-exempt visitors (not British or Irish) need an ETA: £20, valid two years. A UK ETA also covers Guernsey.
- French nationals on day trips by scheduled ferry can use a national ID card instead of an ETA.
Laws visitors break by accident
- Island-wide speed limit is 35 mph, lower in many lanes.
Etiquette
- Check tide tables before walking on beaches or causeways
- Give way politely in narrow lanes; many have filter-in-turn junctions
Tipping
10–12.5% in restaurants unless a service charge is added; not expected in pubs.
Sources
- GOV.UK – Electronic travel authorisation
- Government of Jersey – ETA for the Crown Dependencies
- Guernsey Airport
- World Bank open data
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