Plaza de España

Plaza de España is a historic site and square in downtown Hagåtña featuring three preserved structures from the colonial period. The grounds include a three-arch gate, an elevated azotea, and a distinctive Chocolate House.

The square was the location of the Governor's Palace from 1734 until World War II. Most structures were damaged during the 1944 bombardment, though some elements survived.

The square displays Spanish colonial architecture with stone walls and traditional building designs that reflect Guam's administrative past. These elements shape how the place looks today and tell the story of Spain's long rule on the island.

The square sits in downtown Hagåtña near the Dulce Nombre de Maria Cathedral-Basilica and is easy to reach on foot. Parking is available on surrounding streets, and the site is open during daylight hours.

The Chocolate House was where colonial governors received their guests and is one of the few remaining original buildings from the Spanish period on Guam. It speaks to daily governance during that era.

Location: Guam

Inception: 1736

GPS coordinates: 13.47383,144.75153

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49