Port Louis is the capital city of Mauritius, the island country. It is a hub of the island’s culture, economy, heritage and governance. With a population of 147,066, this cosmopolitan is the most populous area in Mauritius. The places to see here are The Government Office, Fort Adelaide, Aapravasi Ghat, Museums (National History Museum, Blue Penny Museum, National Library of Museum, Mauritius Postal Museum), The Caudan Waterfront shopping centre and China Town.
Flying to Port Louis: Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is the airport serving the island of Mauritius. It lies at a distance of 49.3 km from Port Louis. The airport offers international flights to Antananarivo, Bengaluru, Cape Town, Delhi, Dubai, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Johannesburg, Kuala Lumpur, London, Mahe, Mumbai, Paris, Shanghai and Zurich.
Driving to Port Louis:
| Destination | Distance (km) | Time (hh:mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Le Hochet | 5.3 km | 0:11 |
| Pailles | 8.2 km | 0:13 |
| Arsenal | 8.8 km | 0:16 |
| Long Mountain | 13.4 km | 0:22 |
| La Laura-Malenga | 21 km | 0:29 |
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