DURATION: 8 HOURS

Port Louis

Discover the authentic facet of Port Louis, a pleasantly surprising and vivacious city.

La Citadel Fort Adelaide also known as La Citadelle or Citadel of Fort-Louis is perched on the hill of Port-Louis ‘la Petite Montagne’, a silent sentry watches over the capital of Mauritius, La Citadelle de Port Louis!
The fort, which was built during the British Colony to accommodate a garrison, overlooks the harbour and the Champs de Mars, the horseracing track, the oldest hippodrome in the southern hemisphere and the second oldest one in the world. The fort attracts many eyes with its imposing silhouette and its black stone walls. Although the idea of ​​erecting a citadel had already been formulated in the 17th century by the French, the first layout of the present fortress actually dates back to 1830, by Sir Charles Colville, the third British governor.

You will also visit the Port-Louis Central Market, which sums up the charm of Mauritius: handicrafts, vegetables, spices and souvenirs and The Caudan Waterfront Shopping Mall, symbol of the capital modernity which harmonises shopping, leisure and cuisine in a modern setting.

Including:

Guide / driver (English)
Pick up from hotel