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Victoria

Having the dubious honour of being the smallest capital city in the world, Victoria can also be considered one of the most charming and quaint, easily explored on foot. The best place to soak up the friendly atmosphere is at the busy daily... see full details

Morne Seychellois National Park

The largest national park in the Seychelles, Morne Seychellois National Park takes up over 20 percent of the area of Mahé. The park is made up of a number of habitats and ecosystems ranging from coastal mangrove forests to misty mountain peaks, and... see full details

Seychelles National Museum of History

Step back into the days of the buccaneers at the Seychelles National Museum of History, which features excellent displays of historic artefacts relating to the cultural and natural history of the islands. Exhibits include a range of interesting objects from shipwreck salvage, coral, voodoo... see full details

National Botanical Gardens

An oasis of green shade, ideal for a stroll, the century-old Botanical Gardens at the south end of Victoria extend for six hectares (15 acres), planted with a wide variety of indigenous and exotic trees, including the Seychelles islands' unique 'coco de mer' palms.... see full details

Ste Anne Marine National Park

A treat for nature lovers, guided tours are offered from Victoria harbour to the St Anne National Marine Park, which covers six islands off the coast of Mahé near the city. The park encompasses one of the most important nesting sites for Hawksbill turtles,... see full details

George Camille Gallery

Praslin artist, George Camille, is famed not only locally, but his works have been exhibited extensively in London and Paris. He works in a variety of mediums in an effort to capture the colour and excitement of Creole life. His works may be... see full details

Beau Vallon Bay

The mile-long beach encircling beautiful Beau Vallon Bay on the northern coast of Mahé Island is the most popular beach resort area in the Seychelles, boasting several hotels, a casino, and a selection of dive and watersport centres. Beau Vallon also has a number... see full details