City, Museum, Market, Aquarium, For kids

Port Louis is the capital and, with more than 145,000 inhabitants, the largest city of Mauritius. It is located in the northern part of the island and although it is not one of the top tourist destinations on the island, you will find many attractions here and it is definitely worth stopping in Port Louis for at least half a day. [btn "Top rated hotels in Port Louis" https://www.booking.com/city/mu/port-louis.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p…

City, Promenade, Market

Mahébourg is the largest city in southern Mauritius and we recommend a stop here for at least an hour during your road-trip around the island. Being a major transport hub, Mahébourg can also serve as a base for accommodation if you want to get around Mauritius by bus. [btn "Find a cheap hotel in Mahébourg" https://www.booking.com/city/mu/mahebourg.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-mahebourg] What to see and visit in Mahébourg? Mahébourg…

Island, Lighthouse

Lighthouse Island, officially named Ile aux Fouquets, is one of my favourite places off the east coast of Mauritius. The atmosphere on the island, with its abandoned lighthouse battered by the great waves of the Indian Ocean, is absolutely magical. [btn "Top 10 luxury resorts in Mauritius" https://www.booking.com/country/mu.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-mauricius-phare] An abandoned lighthouse and breathtaking views Tourists head to Ile au…

Museum, Village

Vieux Grand Port (often referred to in English as Old Grand Port) was historically the first surviving settlement in Mauritius. It was on this site that Mauritius was discovered in 1598 by the Dutch, who established the first village and fort there. Also during the French rule in the early 18th century, Vieux Grand Port was for a while the most important town on the island, but later in 1722 the capital was moved to Port Louis. [btn "Find a…