Port Louis
Mauritius · 5 m
Description
Port Louis is the lively capital and main port and commercial center of Mauritius. The compact city lies between the Indian Ocean and the green slopes of Signal Mountain, blending colonial history with remarkable cultural diversity. Highlights include the historic Aapravasi Ghat, the Caudan Waterfront with the Blue Penny Museum, the bustling Central Market and Fort Adelaide, offering sweeping views across the city and harbor. Port Louis is also known for its Chinatown, the Jummah Mosque and the Champ de Mars, one of the oldest horse-racing grounds in the Southern Hemisphere. The city offers an authentic introduction to the history, culture and everyday life of Mauritius.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 1 day)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – October
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Highlights
- Aapravasi Ghat UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Caudan Waterfront & Blue Penny Museum
- Port Louis Central Market street food & spices
- Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden(Day trip)
- Fort Adelaide (La Citadelle) viewpoint
- Jummah Mosque
- Chinatown & Royal Road
- Pamplemousses colonial garden(Day trip)
- Champ de Mars Racecourse
- St. Louis Cathedral
- Natural History Museum
- Photography Museum of Mauritius
- Mauritius Postal Museum
- Pieter Both mountain viewpoint(Day trip)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Immigration Square
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry