Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Port Louis, Port Louis District

October 16, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

Sandwiched between the Indian Ocean and a mountain backdrop, Port Louis blends Mauritius modernity and tradition. The Caudan Waterfront entices shoppers with fashion, local crafts and live entertainment. Domaine les Pailles, with its 18th-century ox-driven sugar mill and colonial architecture, houses a new casino. Seek out the capital city's vast Bazaar, built in 1828, for spices, souvenirs and a lunch of fried noodles. For great views, hike the pedestrians-only road up Signal Mountain.
Restaurants in Port Louis

1. Taste Buddies

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5.0 based on 252 reviews

Taste Buddies

To know Mauritius, you must taste Mauritius! We offer guided food tours to discover the real Mauritius. During the tour we experience the island's rich history, vibrant culture and authentic sites - all through delicious local food and drinks. Join us as we taste our way through Mauritius!

2. The Crown Lodge Mauritius

Champ de Mars, Port Louis, Mauritius +230 5497 4990 [email protected] http://www.crown-lodge.net/english/
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5.0 based on 252 reviews

The Crown Lodge Mauritius

One of the oldest horse-racing clubs in the world. The Champ de Mars saw the first race on the 25th June 1812. While you enjoy the show, our fully dedicated Crown Lodge team will do everything possible to make your wish come true. Sit back and enjoy the variety of drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and local snacks offered throughout the day. Transfer from and back to your hotel or place of residence. Access to our private VIP box, access to a private teller, all Inclusive.

Reviewed By Cameron0189

One of the absolute highlights of our honeymoon in Mauritius was a Sunday afternoon spent at The Crown Lodge. Jerome and his team hosted the day superbly - the drinks were kept flowing and plenty of tasty canapes were served throughout. More importantly there was a great atmosphere among all the guests and a perfect view of the finishing post. From a UK couple who have been to race courses all over the country, this is NOT one to be missed! Thanks to everyone for an awesome day out!

3. Mauritius Storm Boats

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5.0 based on 38 reviews

Mauritius Storm Boats

Mauritius Storm Boats is established in the east cost of the island namely at La Pelouse, Trou d'Eau Douce. Its main activities are in the private speed boats, excursions on sea around the island, small and big game fishing, catamaran cruises and swimming with dolphins. Booking should be done 48 hours before in order to confirm the trip. Urgent request for sea outings must be made by phone call. Storm Boats offers a unique experience in sea trips. So do not hesitate anymore, come and explore the marine world with us as the real traveller does not know where he is going.

4. The Friendly Dodo

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5.0 based on 257 reviews

The Friendly Dodo

We are offering individual excursions and outdoor experiences for couples and small groups. Among those are dolphin trips and swimming (all year round), whale watching (depending on the season). We are normally the first to drive out to the dolphins. We have guided hikes on the Le Morne Brabant, Black River Peak, in the Sept Cascades waterfalls) along the south coast and many other natural attractions. You can of course also book with us normal driven tours around the island. The vans and taxis we are booking are new and having a safe driver. It is important for us to keep it authentic and in small groups. We also have a no shop policy means that we are not visiting any shops along the road unless you want to do so.

5. Marco Paradise Tour

Port Louis, Mauritius +230 5752 9581 [email protected] http://www.marcoparadisetour.com/
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5.0 based on 211 reviews

Marco Paradise Tour

Marco Paradise Tours provides individual and group travel to leisure clients. Services and products provided by Marco Paradise Tours include pre-arranged tours, custom packages according to client’s specifications, travel consultation, and reservations for lodging amongst other related services. Attractions : Blue Safari ,Port louis + citadelle fort +pamplemous garden + aventure du sucre

Reviewed By 568mariuszz - Warsaw, Poland

Marcus during one day trip thought the south of Mauritius has show me and my wife the most beautiful places of this part of island. He drove us to the most common places, show less known but still beautiful. As a guide he has knowledge about the past and actual state of Mauritius - its wery worthy to ask him a lot of questions! As a person he is very nice, smile and helpful and i'm sure you'll enjoy travel with him!

6. Le Pouce

Port Louis, Mauritius http://www.facebook.com/pages/Le-Pouce-Mountain/378250995656397
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4.5 based on 100 reviews

Le Pouce

Reviewed By KamleshBoodhoo

We climbed Le pouce from Le Dauguet, it’s longer that staring from petit verger. It’s a constant climb from sea level up to 712 meters. At the summit you can magnificent views of Port Louis and the central region, Better use a guide if you choose this route. The descent was way except you have to be very careful if it rains as the pathway can be very slippery.

7. Port Louis Race Track

Port Louis, Mauritius +230 212 2212
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4.5 based on 130 reviews

Port Louis Race Track

8. The Photographic Museum

Rues du Vieux Conseil,, Port Louis, Mauritius +230 5970 1440 [email protected] http://www.museedelaphotomaurice.com
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

The Photographic Museum

The Photographic Museum was created by Marie-Noëlle and Tristan Bréville since 1966. By doing such an amazing job, the Museum goes beyond the conservation and preservation mission. It creates and saves the memory of a nation! Mauritius greatly needed a place to preserve its memory and the Bréville couple made this a reality. International press even described the Museum as "one of the biggest preservation work of the 20th century." Located in an 18th century building, visitors will have the opportunity to meet the creators of the Museum. Our Mission • The Photographic research. • Preservation and Conservation. • Insure the photographic legacy. • Promote Mauritian photography. • Develop a passion for photography. • Safeguarding an exceptional heritage. The Content • More than one thousand cameras. • The first photographic lens which equipped one of the first ever made photographic camera and bought by a Mauritian in Paris in 1839. • The fabulous collection of Mauritian "daguerreotypes" • One of the biggest photographic collection in the world: nearing a million documents! • The largest collection of mauritian post cards in the world, Photo: Jean-Jacques Fabien vintage films on Mauritius, tintypes and autochromes

Reviewed By Drafatadin - Mauritius, null

Nice place to visit ! Have a bottle of water along with you You can go along with family to visit the vicinity too

9. Le Caudan Waterfront

Port Louis, Mauritius +230 211 9500 [email protected] http://www.caudan.com
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4.0 based on 1,522 reviews

Le Caudan Waterfront

This modern waterfront shopping and entertainment complex in Port Louis features a wide array of shops, restaurants, 4- and 5- Start hotels, a casino, movie theatres, a history museum, a craft market and a marina and it hosts regular live street entertainment.

Reviewed By simBv - Brasov, Romania

If you are in Mauritius and miss some shopping there you are this place was my shopping mall, was my shopping oasis... (I work in the mall and I miss people shops and shopping)... pricey oasis...the place is across the street from local market where you find all most the same items like there but normal to cheap price, if you dare... The waterfront is clean, fancy, and cosmopolitan compare with local market.I liked the idea with the umbrella hanging, casino, bars, and restaurants, finally some clean nice restaurants.

10. Blue Penny Museum

Blue Penny Square Le Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis, Mauritius +230 210 8176 [email protected] http://www.bluepennymuseum.com
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4.0 based on 328 reviews

Blue Penny Museum

Founded by The Mauritius Commercial Bank and erected at the Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis, this state-of-the-art Museum is one of the jewels of Mauritius cultural establishments. Resolutely modern and dynamic in its conception, it houses an exquisite heritage collection that speaks of Mauritius and the region. Transcending time and space, from the first explorer to set foot on the island, all through its successive settlers from Europe, Africa and Asia, an exciting adventure awaits you. Interwoven with reality are the numerous legends which make us all dream. If deep down, you want to taste the soul of Mauritius, to feel its heart beating with memories of the past, to learn all about what makes it so endearing, then the Blue Penny Museum is a must.

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