Guernsey
Travel tips for Guernsey: safety advisories, currency and cash vs. card, tap water, plugs, local phrases, food, and advice from travelers.
Cash and cards
Cards work almost everywhere. Travelers report that contactless is near-universal across Guernsey—with public buses operating entirely cashless and taxis widely accepting cards—so you can easily go cashless, though carrying a few pounds is handy for rare exceptions like small independent museums.
Try the food
- Guernsey Gâche (Gâche): A rich, sweet fruit bread packed with raisins, sultanas, and mixed peel, traditionally served sliced with local butter.
- Bean Jar: A hearty, slow-cooked cassoulet-style stew made with haricot beans, onions, and pork or beef.
- Ormers: A highly prized local abalone delicacy, typically pan-fried or stewed in a rich gravy during the strict winter gathering season.
Essentials
- Plugs
- Type C / Type G
- Voltage
- 230V, 50Hz
- Driving
- Left side
- Tap water
- Safe to drink
- Emergency
- 112 / 999 (all services)
- SIM tip
- Purchase a local Sure or JT SIM card in St Peter Port, or use an eSIM that specifically includes Channel Islands coverage, as standard UK data plans often incur roaming charges here.
Etiquette
Tipping 10 to 12 percent is standard in restaurants if a service charge is not already included on the bill.