Port Vila Attractions

Attractions in Port Vila, Capital of Vanuatu

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When people consider vacationing in Port Vila, the capital city of the Vanuatu Islands in the South Pacific, the biggest draw is the location. The island is beautiful, tropical, covered in lush vegetation and palm trees that line the white sandy beaches. To say that it is picturesque would be a severe understatement.

Still, Port Vila has far more to offer vacationers than the regular sand and water. Tourists can find many things to see while in the city, things that they wouldn’t be able to experience elsewhere.

Bluewater Island Aquarium

The Bluewater Island Aquarium is not an “aquarium” in the sense that most people might think. You won’t find killer whales doing tricks and you won’t find any motion rides like you would in SeaWorld. This aquarium offers you a chance to get close to marine animals that you probably wouldn’t be able to in the wild.

Visitors can hand feed sea turtles in one section of the aquarium. Another section has you feeding black-tipped reef sharks. It is a one of a kind experience.

Underwater Post Office

Located in the Hideaway Island marine sanctuary is the world’s only underwater post office. You can buy a postcard on land and then head to the underwater post office to mail it off – you do not need diving experience as it is only about three meters underwater. When you are in Vanuatu, this is something that you must do – not very many people in the world get the chance to visit the only submerged post office in the world.

Hideaway island view from air - where you will find Underwater Post Office

Horseback Riding

You can take a relaxing horseback ride outside of the city. Travel through fields and rainforest or even along the beach, depending on the tour you take. Most of the horseback riding facilities can show you the basics of riding a horse, so you don’t have to worry if you don’t have any experience. This is a great way to see the land and to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Shopping in Port Vila

You will want to walk around the city and check out the different markets and shops that offer handmade items as well as other traditional souvenirs. No one likes to come home without souvenirs – and don’t forget to get something for everyone back home!

These are only a few of the things that you can do that don’t involve lounging on a beach and sipping a tropical drink while in Port Vila – although, that sounds good, too!

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Port Vila Articles

• Port Vila Cafés - There are several locations in Port Vila that will provide you with a coffee break and more. Best known cafés and snack bars in Port Vila are Au Peche Mignon, Refresh Snack and Bar, Jill's Café, and Café Deli.
• Port Vila Markets - Located in the city centre, Port Vila market provides locally made and produced handcrafts, flowers, fresh produce, foods, and souvenirs.
• Port Vila Restaurants - On you holiday in this tropical paradise you will find many great places to eat. Some of the best known are Tilly's hotel restaurant, Vila Chaumieres French restaurant, Roxy's on the Lagoon, and Café du Village.