What to do for a day in Nouméa?
View of Noumea at night, New CaledoniaView of Noumea at night, New Caledonia|
View of Noumea at night, New Caledonia
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A day in Nouméa
View of Noumea at night, New CaledoniaVisit the Port Moselle market
Port Moselle market in NoumeaPort Moselle market in Noumea|
From Tuesday to Sunday, the municipal market of Nouméa presents its colourful produce in its stalls. The market is the city’s most diverse, offering fresh produce from New Caledonia and the Pacific. Each blue-tiled pavilion specialises in fruit and vegetables, freshly caught fish, handicrafts, and more. Don’t forget to relax at the central bar and observe the lively local scene!
Visit downtown Nouméa
Music kiosk at the Place des Cocotiers in NoumeaMusic kiosk at the Place des Cocotiers in Noumea|
Shopping on Sebastopol street in downtown NoumeaShopping on Sebastopol street in downtown Noumea|
Museum of the City of NouméaMuseum of the City of Nouméa|
Garden of the Museum of the City of NoumeaGarden of the Museum of the City of Noumea|
The historic heart of Nouméa features iconic landmarks, fascinating museums, gourmet delights, and numerous boutiques. Start by heading to Place des Cocotiers (Coconut Square), the city’s nerve centre and a hub of activity. Admire its bandstand, historic statues, and flamboyant trees that blush during the austral summer. Explore the City Museum or Maison Higginson, followed by leisurely strolls through clothings and home decoration boutiques.
Taste the flavours
Lunch at a restaurant in NoumeaLunch at a restaurant in Noumea|
Gourmet meal at the Château Royal Beach Resort And SpaGourmet meal at the Château Royal Beach Resort And Spa|
Nouméa boasts talented chefs and diverse restaurants that reflect the city’s culinary variety. Whether facing the lagoon on Nouméa’s bays or in the bustling city centre, savour local, fresh produce expertly combined with creativity and modernity, blending European, Asian, and Oceanic influences.
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Shopping
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Nouméa offers trendy boutiques and quality craft shops. Concept stores abound in downtown Nouméa and on Anse-Vata and Citrons bays, offering authentic souvenirs. Head to artisanal boutiques like Les Arts du Pacifique on La Promenade complex in Anse-Vata or on Les Quais in the city centre for unique finds.
Relax on the beach
Nouméa’s easily accessible beaches offer shelter from the wind and opportunities for water sports. Baie des Citrons beach is supervised and protected from the wind, making it ideal for family swimming and picnicking. Water sports enthusiasts will enjoy Anse-Vata beach, known for sailing and kitesurfing. Rental companies offer equipment and introductory courses. This is also the departure point for shuttles to îlot Canard and îlot Maître if you prefer to spend your day trip on one of these islets.
Take a guided tour
Explore the city in an interesting way with various options such as the tchou tchou trains of Nouméa, tourist buses, private driver-guides, guided segway tours, and more. For those who’ve visited Nouméa before, consider an all-inclusive day at Phare Amédée, a 40-minute boat ride away, offering guided crossings, an Oceanian buffet, shows, beaches, water sports activities, and a lighthouse visit.
Double decker tourist bus in NoumeaDouble decker tourist bus in Noumea|
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Discover the museums
Tjibaou Cultural Centre in NoumeaTjibaou Cultural Centre in Noumea|
Traditional Kanak hut at the Tjibaou Cultural CenterTraditional Kanak hut at the Tjibaou Cultural Center|
Maritime Museum of New CaledoniaMaritime Museum of New Caledonia|
Immerse yourself in Kanak culture and art at the Tjibaou Cultural Centre. Designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano, it’s nestled in a green setting on the lagoon’s edge. Explore modern huts serving as exhibition halls, visit the garden with exotic plant species of Kanak symbolism, delve into maritime history at the Maritime Museum, and explore the former penal colony penitentiary on Isle Nou.
Marvel at the sunset
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Sunset at Hotel Château Royal in NouméaSunset at Hotel Château Royal in Nouméa|
End your day in Nouméa by enjoying a breathtaking sunset on the water. Whether at an overwater bar or with your feet in the sand, sipping a signature cocktail, it’s a truly enjoyable experience. Many bars and lounge-bars on Nouméa’s bays offer this experience, including MV Lounge, La Bodega, and the Méridien Hotel.
Treat yourself to a cocooning session
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Nouméa’s top hotels welcome outside guests to enjoy their spacious relaxation areas. Pamper yourself with a spa day, a Signature massage, hydro-massages in an Aquatonic pool overlooking the lagoon at hotels like Le Méridien, Château Royal, or Le Lagon in the Anse-Vata district. Discover all spas and wellness activities.
Getting around Nouméa
From Anse Vata and Baie des Citrons
- Port Moselle municipal market: L3
- Zoological and Forest Park: N4
- Tjibaou Cultural Centre: N1 with connection to Moselle with line N2
- Nouville (Maritime Museum / Port de Nouville): L3
- City centre (Place des Cocotiers / City Museum / World War II Museum): N1
- Quartier Latin: N1
- Quai Ferry (Les Quais shopping centre): L3
From the city centre (Moselle / Quai Ferry)
- Zoological and Forest Park : N4
- Baie des Citrons (Lemon Bay) : L3
- Anse-Vata : N1
- Aquarium des Lagons : L3
- Tjibaou Cultural Centre: N2
- Nouville (Maritime Museum): N2
Tanéo buses run throughout the city, stopping at tourist points of interest. Find all the information on the network map.
Nouméa has a large number of taxis, which can be ordered by calling the 24/7 call centre (Tel +687 28 35 12). At certain times of the day, you can also take a cab from dedicated taxi ranks (Place des Cocotiers, Aquarium des Lagons, Marché Municipal, etc.).
Many tourist sites can be explored on foot, both downtown and along the seafront. A picturesque promenade along the bays takes you from downtown to Sainte-Marie. The route takes in Nouméa’s most beautiful beaches and the main marinas: Port Moselle, Baie de l’Orphelinat, Baie des Citrons, Plage de l’Anse-Vata, Promenade Vernier…
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