Port Louis Travel Guide
Mauritius
Port Louis is the capital and largest city of Mauritius, with a population of 155,226. It sits on the island’s north-west coast and serves as the country’s main urban centre.
Most international visitors arrive by air through Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU). The nearest named beaches include Mon Choisy Public Beach, 15.6 kilometres away, and La Cuvette Beach, 18.9 kilometres away, with further options along the coast and around the island.
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Weather in Port Louis
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Know before you go
Pays in MUR
Plug type Type C & Type G
Emergency 112
Dial code +230
Tipping: Tipping in Mauritius is appreciated for good service but not mandatory. A service charge is often included in restaurant and hotel bills, so check before you tip.
Best time to visit Port Louis
Jan
30°24Feb
30°21Mar
30°22Apr
29°19May
28°13Jun
26°7Jul
26°7Aug
26°10Sep
27°7Oct
28°10Nov
30°17Dec
30°21Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Port Louis
Mon Choisy Public Beach
15.6 km away
Mont Choisy
17.2 km away
La Cuvette Beach
18.9 km away
Flic-en-Flac beach
20.2 km away
La Preneuse
25.7 km away
Poste Lafayette Public Beach
26.9 km away
Pointe d’Esny Beach
37.9 km away
Things to do in Port Louis
Diocèse de Port-Louis
christian place of worship
1.5 km
Blue Penny Museum
history museum
0.4 km
Mauritius Postal Museum
museum
0.1 km
Intercontinental Slavery Museum
museum
0.2 km
Fort Adelaide
historic site
1.2 km
Bank of Mauritius Museum
museum
0.3 km
Caudan Arts Centre
theatre venue
0.3 km
St James Anglican Cathedral, Mauritius
anglican or episcopal place of worship
0.6 km
Getting there
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport · 35.3 km
Frequently asked Questions
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