Mauritius: Port Louis Street Food City Tour
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About This Tour in Mauritius
Why Visit Mauritius?
Mauritius offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Mauritius provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Mauritius
You can reach Mauritius by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Food tastings
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickups & drop-offs
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
In the district of Port Louis, lies the 1,640 m2 siteOur guide will be waiting in front of the Casino of the Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis. The guide will be wearing a black cap. https://maps.app.goo.gl/iaFd5PbwKXjVMBLN6
End Point
Jardins de la CompagnieOur guide will be waiting in front of the Casino of the Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis. The guide will be wearing a black cap. https://maps.app.goo.gl/iaFd5PbwKXjVMBLN6
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
In the district of Port Louis, lies the... 30 minutes
In the district of Port Louis, lies the 1,640 m2 site where the modern indentured labour diaspora began. In 1834, the British Government selected the island of Mauritius to be the first site for what it called ‘the great experiment’ in the use of ‘free’ labour to replace slaves. Between 1834 and 1920, almost half a million indentured labourers arrived from India at Aapravasi Ghat to work in the sugar plantations of Mauritius, or to be transferred to Reunion Island, Australia, southern and eastern Africa or the Caribbean. The buildings of Aapravasi Ghat are among the earliest explicit manifestations of what was to become a global economic system and one of the greatest migrations in history.
The Jummah Mosque (Jummah Masjid; formerly Mosquée des... 10 minutes
The Jummah Mosque (Jummah Masjid; formerly Mosquée des Arabes, “Mosque of the Arabs”) is a mosque in Port Louis, Mauritius dating from the 1850s. The building combines Indian, Creole and Islamic architecture. The Jummah Mosque houses the remains of Jamal Shah (a pir from Kutch, India) in a marble tomb next to the mosque.
China Town is filled with shops, many being over a hundred years old 1 hour
China Town is filled with shops, many being over a hundred years old. Some chinese families have been running their businesses for generations and would rarely opt to upgrade to newer building structures. We came across quite a few tiny and dark retail shops. These were the ones that gave us the Chinese- Orient feeling. China Town does have new generation buildings as well where some businesses operate. Trade has always been part of the Sino-Mauritian culture. For long China Town was the trade center in Mauritius but this declined with the introduction of supermarkets on the island. China Town declined as a commercial hub and lost its former glory- many of the Chinese shops (we lovingly call them “la boutik sinwa”) were abandoned which left China Town desolate.
This bustling, lively open-air market offers a variety... 30 minutes
This bustling, lively open-air market offers a variety of goods for sale including fruit, herbs, spices and potions.
Jardins de la Compagnie is the city's most... 20 minutes
Jardins de la Compagnie is the city's most attractive garden, with its vast banyan trees, huge number of statues, quiet benches and fountains. During the day it's perfectly safe and even rather appealing, but avoid it at night, when it's a favoured hang-out for sex workers and drug addicts. In early colonial times, the garden was the vegetable patch of the French East India Company. Today, it's known for statues of local sculptor Prosper d'Épinay and much-loved musician Ti Frère.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
