Top Things to do in New Caledonia
Top Hotels in New Caledonia
- 1. Le Lagon Hotel
- 2. Hotel Gondwana
- 3. Chateau Royal Beach Resort And Spa
- 4. DoubleTree by Hilton Noumea Ilot Maitre Resort
- 5. Sheraton New Caledonia Deva Spa & Golf Resort
- 6. Betikure Parc Lodge
- 7. Hilton Noumea La Promenade Residences
- 8. Le Meridien Noumea Resort & Spa
- 9. Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Noumea
- 10. Hotel Tieti Poindimie
What to do and see in New Caledonia, New Caledonia: The Best Specialty Museums
From outback plains on the west coast and desert landscapes in the south to
tropical mountains on the east coast, dazzling beaches in the Loyalty Islands
and a buzzing capital city, Noumea, New Caledonia is a striking mix of
impressive geography and diverse culture. There’s something to delight all
ages and interests, whether it’s enjoying water sports in the UNESCO
Heritage-listed lagoon, feasting on culinary delights, exploring cultural
festivals, or hiking through amazing natural landscapes.
Restaurants in New Caledonia
1. Mining Museum
2. Fort Teremba
3. Musee de la Seconde Guerre Mondiale
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 163 reviews
Reviewed By TANGOCHARLIEBRAVO - Westbury, United Kingdom
Much more than military history, it outlines the transition of New Caledonia into the post imperial world through the presence of 50,000 Allied servicemen, mainly American, during WW2. There is enough English to follow the story, but “O level” French will help. The local Information Office said it was cash only for entry, but the museum now accepts cards. Entry costs very little, seniors for example, pay the equivalent of $1 US. There no cafe, neither gift shop, it is no frills, but well worth a visit.
4. Tjibaou Cultural Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,084 reviews
On the narrow Tina Peninsula of approximately 8 hectares, given by the Noumea Council, the Tjibaou Cultural Centre was inaugurated in May 1998 and was designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano. The Centre is a place of identical assertiveness and cultural gathering and creation. Through its original configuration, the Tjibaou Cultural Centre offers a lot of cultural activities as you can find there an art centre, exhibitions spaces, show areas and a specialized multimedia library. Depending on its activity, the audience changes quantitatively and sociologically. Transferred to New-Caledonia in 2012, newly named ADCK-CCT aims to search, collect and promote the kanak cultural heritage, to initiate and develop kanak artistic creation, to provoke the emergence of common cultural practices and references, to be a pole of regional and international exchanges The Tjibaou Cultural Centre recorded 98 405 visitors in 2011. It employs 65 persons.
Reviewed By PBWill
At first look from a distance on land I thought it must be a radar installation. Then at sea on a boat it looked like a space station. To my surprise I was told it was the only Grand Project built by France outside the Metropole and is the only such Project ever built in a French Overseas Territory. It is the TJIBAOU Cultural Centre that is emblematic of the exotic sights which abound across New Caledonia, and was designed and built by renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano. The cultural centre is built in the image of a Melanesian (Kanaky) village (but on a larger scale) which French colonizers who came here over 200 years ago would have seen on a landscape of breath taking beauty. Inside the Cultural Centre are paintings, sculptures, furnishings, and ornaments of sacred importance to the Melanesian / Kanaky people who believe their civilization originates from the moon in the form of a zemorphic being - half man half lizard. The TJIBAOU Cultural Centre could be considered a peace offering made by the French State to the indeginous Melanesians / Kanaky people following a near civil war situation between the French island settlers and the indeginous population about 20 years ago. Today Noumea, the capital of New Caledonia is a favourite stop over port for round the world travelling yachtsmen to relax on Noumea's beautiful beaches and to provision their boats with French wines, cheeses, designer fragrances. and food items stocked in local stores who fly their products in from France (a 26 hour flight away). The national airline of the French Territory of New Caledonia is AIR CALEDONIE INTERNATIONAL which flies in partnership with Air France - a member of the Sky Team Airline Alliance - offering easy access to the island territory from major cities across the world.
5. Musee de Nouvelle Caledonie
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 268 reviews
Reviewed By ruthandvern - Wilton, United States
This museum, not extremely large, has the most complete compilation of artifacts for the New Caledonian and surrounding Island groups outside France. It is quite complete in covering all facets of the lifestyle and culture of the people. The life-size exhibits are exceptional, the informational signage is primarily in French but most items also have English and other translations, though not all. The dress, the dance, the warring tools, fishing and agricultural implements were fantastic. The craftsmanship and artisan talents abound and leave no doubt these societies were outstanding at their peaks. The upstairs contains an excellent view into Vanuatu culture, being the closest island away, but also covers the Marquesas', Solomon's, Marshalls, Fiji, Samoa, Papua New Guinea, Tahiti (Society Islands group). The highlights were the Tapa items. These are made by beating the bark from trees and make clothes, hangings and art. The jewelry and the various types of "money" were fascinating. The entrance fee is nominal, like $2US, well worth it for about 90 minutes of education. We took 270 pictures between us.
6. Eco-Musee De Voh
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Find out at the Voh Ecomuseum how coffee was made traditionally.
7. Musee De La Mine
Housed in an old colonial house, the museum retraces the history of Thio village.
8. Nakamal 21
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
