Victoria (Seychelles)

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

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 centre of town have been virtually unchanged since colonial times.

Understand
In 2010, it was home about 26,500 people.

By 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.

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

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

See


Attractions in the city include a clocktower modelled on that of Vauxhall Clock Tower in London, England, the Courthouse, the Victoria Botanical Gardens and the Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market. The city is also home to the national stadium and a polytechnic institute, while the inner harbour lies immediately east of the town, around which tuna fishing and canning form a major local industry. One of the largest bridges in Victoria was destroyed in the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake.

Do

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

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

Eat

 * Islander Restaurant/Anchor Café is Anse a’ La Mouche. Owned by an American, and his family.  He is former USAF who worked in Seychelles .  Excellent food, great location. (closed on Sundays)
 * Marie Antoinette in St. Louis. Family style, you eat what they give you, generally it is about 5 different items.  If you go with two people, order for one, if you have three, order for two and if you have five order for three.  They give you a lot of food, genuine Creole.  M-Sa 18:30-21:00.
 * Boat House in Beau Vallon. Creole Buffet, they open at 07:30, get there early, once it’s gone, it’s gone.
 * La Perle Noir (The Black Pearl ) in Beau Vallon. Fancier place and a bit pricier.