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Port Louis 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

A 3-day route through Port Louis grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Mauritius · Nature·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    Mauritius

    Nature

    Mauritius, officially the Republic of Mauritius, is an island country in the Indian Ocean, located about 1,100 nautical miles off the southeastern coast of Africa, east of Madagascar. It includes the main island, as well as Rodrigues, Agaléga, and St. Brandon. The islands of Mauritius and Rodrigues, along with nearby Réunion, are part of the Mascarene Islands. The main island of Mauritius, where the population is concentrated, hosts the capital and largest city, Port Louis. The country spans 2,040 square kilometres (790 sq mi) and has an exclusive economic zone covering approximately 580,000 s...

  2. After lunch
    Moka Range

    Nature · 2.6 km from the previous stop

    This mountain range forms a semicircle around Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius. It includes Pieter Both and Le Pouce, among the island's highest peaks, making it a great spot for hiking.

  3. Afternoon
    Le Pouce

    Nature · 0.5 km from the previous stop

    Le Pouce is a thumb-shaped peak visible even from downtown Port Louis, and it's the third-highest mountain in Mauritius. It's a popular hiking route with sweeping city views, once climbed by Charles Darwin.

  4. Evening
    St. Louis Cathedral, Port-Louis

    Temples & religious sites · 4.3 km from the previous stop

    This Roman Catholic cathedral in Port Louis serves as the seat of the Diocese of Port Louis. It stands as one of the city's landmark religious buildings.

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DAY 2

Around Roman Catholic Diocese of Port-Louis · Temples & religious sites·Museums & galleries

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  1. Morning
    Roman Catholic Diocese of Port-Louis

    Temples & religious sites

    This is the Roman Catholic diocese located in Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius. It offers a sense of the city's religious and historical atmosphere.

  2. After lunch
    Port Louis Photography Museum

    Museums & galleries · 0.3 km from the previous stop

    Tucked inside an old building down a Port Louis alley, this small museum traces the history of photography in Mauritius. Antique cameras and early photographic plates offer glimpses of the island's past landscapes and everyday life.

  3. Afternoon
    Bank of Mauritius Tower

    Views & landmarks · 0.3 km from the previous stop

    This high-rise in Port Louis houses the headquarters of the Bank of Mauritius. Standing 22 stories tall, it is the country's tallest building and stands out clearly in the city skyline.

  4. Evening
    Jummah Mosque

    Temples & religious sites · 0.2 km from the previous stop

    Built in the 1850s, this mosque impresses with architecture that blends Indian, Creole, and Islamic styles. A marble tomb remains on the grounds, making it a worthwhile stop while strolling through downtown Port Louis.

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DAY 3

Around Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden · Zoos & aquariums·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden

    Zoos & aquariums

    Located in Pamplemousses near Port Louis, this is the oldest botanical garden in the Southern Hemisphere. Its pond of giant water lilies is a highlight, and the grounds are ideal for a stroll among exotic tropical plants.

  2. After lunch
    Saint François d‘Assise

    Temples & religious sites · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    Saint François d'Assise is the third-oldest Catholic church in Mauritius, standing opposite the main entrance of the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden. Dedicated to Saint Francis, it sits on a quiet lane between a school and a cemetery.

  3. Afternoon
    Rivière du Tombeau

    Nature · 6.3 km from the previous stop

    The Rivière du Tombeau originates at the foot of Pieter Both mountain in Mauritius and flows north and west into the Indian Ocean. Its mouth lies on the coast north of Port Louis, where you can enjoy the scenery where river meets sea.

  4. Evening
    Pieter Both

    Nature · 11 km from the previous stop

    Pieter Both is the second-highest mountain in Mauritius, located in the Moka Range. The summit offers views over the whole island, making it a popular trekking route.

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