La Promenade

Noumea


Spacious shopping centre in front of the Hilton in Anse Vata.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Noumea attractions

1. Anse Vata

0.27 MILES

Orientated east–west, this popular beach is a hotspot for visitors to Noumea, with hotels, restaurants, shopping and other attractions. Only 10 minutes…

2. Aquarium des Lagons

0.5 MILES

This aquarium is stunning. Species found in New Caledonian waters – including nautilus, sea snakes, stone fish, turtles, sharks and stingrays – have…

3. Baie des Citrons

0.54 MILES

Orientated north–south and less than 10 minutes from the city centre, trendy Baie des Citrons attracts locals and visitors alike. The beach is great for…

4. Ouen Toro

0.59 MILES

A sealed road winds up 132m Ouen Toro from just past Anse Vata beach. Two WWII guns still stand sentinel at the summit from where there are excellent…

5. Île aux Canards

0.97 MILES

Île aux Canards is a cute postcard-perfect islet sitting five minutes by taxi boat off Anse Vata. It's all here, including an underwater snorkelling path,…

6. Mwâ Ka

1.82 MILES

Mwâ Ka is erected in a landscaped square opposite Musée de Nouvelle-Calédonie. The 12m totem pole is topped by a grande case (chief’s hut), complete with…

7. Musée de Nouvelle-Calédonie

1.84 MILES

The Musée de Nouvelle-Calédonie provides an excellent introduction to traditional Kanak and regional Pacific culture. Local exhibits are displayed on the…

8. Le Marché

1.88 MILES

This colourful multi-hexagonal-shaped market is beside the marina at Port Moselle. Fishermen unload their catch; trucks offload fruit, vegetables and…