After meandering the streets and bays of Nouméa, and taking in all of the wonderful colours, sights and sounds, the next thing to do is take a guided tour of this unique city. For information on guided tours, you can contact the Nouméa and Southern Province Tourism Office (Ph: 683 28 75 80).
The Historical Circuit Tour
As part of Nouméa’s 150 year commemorative celebrations and to highlight its architectural heritage, the city has organised an historical tour made up of 16 stages and covers approximately 4 kilometres in the downtown area. To take this tour, you just need to follow the special red bricks along the itinerary. More Info
Dine Around Nouméa Pass
There are so many superb restaurants and cafes to choose from in Nouméa. This ‘Dine Around Pass’ takes the hard work out of finding somewhere as it gives you a selection of five popular restaurants from which to choose including ‘Fun Beach’ in Anse Vata Bay which offers stunning lagoon views with a selection of seafood, salads and pizzas and ‘Bilboquet Plage’ offering New Caledonian specialties. Price Guide is from $107 per adult, based on 3 vouchers each worth XPF2000. Vouchers can be used at a choice of 5 local restaurants in Nouméa. More than one voucher can be used at any single restaurant. More Info
Le Petit Train
No trip to Nouméa is complete without a trip on the colourful Le Petit Train (The Little Train) which brings out the inner child in even the most seasoned of travellers. Winding its way around Nouméa, it’s the original ‘hop-on’-hop-off’ mode of transport to get you around to all the major sites, or just to orientate yourself with the city. More Info
Le Petit Train
Here is a unique and convenient way to see six of Nouméa’s ‘must see’ tourist attractions, discover New Caledonia’s rich cultural and natural diversity … and save money at the same time. More Info
Nouméa Explorer
The Nouméa Explorer is a cheap, easy and fast way to discover Nouméa. You can hop on and off each hour at any of the selected stops, at a cost of around only $18 per adult and $9 for a child under 11 for the Daily Pass, every day except Monday between 8am and 4pm. Ask your hotel for tickets, with stops at nearly all major hotels. More Info
Taste of France Tour
This is a great way to sample all that the French do best! Visit a French bakery and learn how famous baguettes and other breads are made. Visit a chocolate factory and sample some delectable delights before some shopping at the colourful markets! More Info
