What to do and see in Port Louis, Port Louis District: The Best Sights & Landmarks

May 9, 2022 Toi Mattera

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. Pointes des Lascars Hindu Spiritual Park

La Pointe, Riviere Du Rempart, Port Louis, Mauritius +230 412 7177
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Pointes des Lascars Hindu Spiritual Park

2. Le Jardin De La Vanille et L'Epice

Royal Road St Julien D'Hotman, Port Louis, Mauritius +230 5754 7863 http://fr-fr.facebook.com/pages/category/Business-Service/Le-jardin-de-la-Vanille-et-LEpice-202212303519929
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Le Jardin De La Vanille et L'Epice

Small organic vanilla farm also selling locally made produce, inc spices. Registered with the Mauritian 'Small Planters Welfare Fund' Tel +230 754 7863 or +230 416 9269. Sometimes at Hilton Mauritius Resort and Spa in the evenings

3. Kaylasson Temple

Sainte Croix, Port Louis, Mauritius
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4.5 based on 22 reviews

Kaylasson Temple

Reviewed By surfyboy1973

We visited the Kaylasson Temple, or Sockalingum Meenatchee Ammen Kovil as it’s otherwise known, whilst on a day trip to Port Louis during our honeymoon in October 2019. The Hindu temple is located on the outskirts of Port Louis and is dedicated to the god "Shiva". The temple itself is absolutely stunning and the pictures I took don't do it justice. The colours are so bold and striking it literally takes your breath away. Make sure your camera is charged when you visit as you will definitely use it. I would advise sensible clothing when visiting the temple as it is a place of worship, and remember to take off your shoes before you go inside the temple. There is no charge for visiting the temple and there is a large car park onsite. I would recommend spending a good hour to fully appreciate this magnificent building. If you like peacocks, you can see them at the rear of the temple. If you are visiting Port Louis, then this is something you definitely should not miss. Highly recommended – 10/10.

4. Government House

Port Louis, Mauritius
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4.0 based on 61 reviews

Government House

Reviewed By biljanalab - Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia

i love this building. it is in the center of town, near the central market. you can go easy around. this building looks very nice.

5. Aapravasi Ghat

Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis, Mauritius +230 241 0401 http://www.aapravasighat.org
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4.0 based on 275 reviews

Aapravasi Ghat

Reviewed By DERtravels - Upland, United States

Our first stop of the day tour was at Aapravasi Ghat. I had no idea of this part of indentured servitude, especially in such a more recent part of history, 1834-1920. Our guide was excellent. We could almost feel the presence of those souls from China, India and South East Asia while they waited to be transshipped to other parts of the world. When we visited the grounds were open every day but Sunday

6. Jummah Mosque

Royal Road, A1, Port Louis, Mauritius http://www.jummahmasjid.org/
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4.0 based on 81 reviews

Jummah Mosque

7. St Louis Cathedral

Bourbon St, Port Louis, Mauritius +230 208 4396 http://www.gcatholic.org/churches/africa/3383.htm
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4.0 based on 78 reviews

St Louis Cathedral

Reviewed By yVa-Go - Mauritius, null

As a tour guide and a Mauritius Citizen, its one of the best place to visit because it is the Diocese and it is the main Church where all big celebrations are done ! Nice Picture inside and very calm although it is situated in the capital of Mauritius where you have thousands of car running in front gate everyday

8. Pere Laval's Shrine

Ste Croix L'eglese Pere Laval, Port Louis, Mauritius +230 242 2129
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4.0 based on 16 reviews

Pere Laval's Shrine

9. Marie Reine de la Paix

Mgr. Leen Street & Rue Desroches, Port Louis, Mauritius
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4.0 based on 9 reviews

Marie Reine de la Paix

10. Citadel Fort Adelaide

Port Louis, Mauritius +230 5787 8893 http://www.mauritius-rodrigues.com/mauritius/thingstosee_attractions_fort_adelaide.cfm
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3.5 based on 566 reviews

Citadel Fort Adelaide

Reviewed By Drafatadin - Mauritius, null

Nice place to watch the magnificent view of port louis Should have more patrol @ night to be able to wach @ night too

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