Victoria (Seychelles)

Victoria is the capital of the Seychelles islands, located on the island of Mahe.

Culture and History

Victoria is one of the smallest capital cities in the world and the only major port in the Seychelles. Its courthouse and post office in the center of town have been virtually unchanged since colonial times.

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By Air

The airport in the city is Seychelles International Airport. This is the hub for Air Seychelles. Air Seychelles flies to Bangkok, London, Paris, Frankfurt, Johannesburg, Rome, Milan and Port Louis via Boeing 767 aircraft. International service is also available from Nairobi (Kenya Airways), Dubai (Emirates), and Doha (Qatar Airways), London (British Airways), Paris (Air France) and regular charter services from Frankfurt (Condor) and Amsterdam (Martinair).

Tours and Getting around Victoria (Seychelles)

Bus

These buses cater to the locals and are fairly cheap. Buses are sometimes irregular and may come to a stop less often than in other cities, so don't be surprised to wait for a while.

Taxis

The taxis are metered and will often offer to be your tour guide around the Island. Negotiate a price beforehand.

Bicycle

The most popular alternative among locals. Bikes can be rented for cheap at some shops in the city.

Victoria (Seychelles) tourist attractions and sightseeing

• The Natural History Museum features many displays of the natural wildlife of the Seychelles.

Victoria (Seychelles) city tours

• Visit the morning market where residents buy and bargain for fresh fish, fruits and vegetables.

Victoria (Seychelles) souvenirs and shopping

Coconuts and coconut products are very abundant in Victoria and sell for fairly cheap.

Victoria (Seychelles) Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Victoria (Seychelles) nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

• Lovenut Nightclub, in the center of Victoria. Great atmosphere where you can nicely mix with locals. So far club has best light and sound in the country. Big plus - a taxi station just few steps away, so to get home or to your hotel is not a problem even you have few drinks. Cosy design and VIP area always attract party lovers and club is always crowded. Here you can meet some celebrities, models and sometimes not-so-quiet type businessmen.

Victoria (Seychelles) cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

Budget

• Sunrise Small Hotel. 16 rooms. Located less than one kilometre south of the Clock Tower, adjacent to the Botanical Garden. 

• Calypha Guesthouse, ☎ (248) 241 157(calypha@seychelles.sc, fax: (248) 241 157), [1].  

Mid-range

Splurge

• Bel Air.  

• Casuarina Beach Hotel. Safe and clean rooms.Approximately US$200.  

• Le Meridien Barbarons, ☎ (248) 673 000(reservation.barbarons@lemeridien.sc, fax: (248) 673 380), [2]. checkin: Noon; checkout: 10AM. Approximately $US250.  

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