National Library & Archives

Port Moresby


An independence gift from Australia, this library houses a huge PNG collection.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Port Moresby attractions

1. Parliament Haus

0.3 MILES

The main Parliament Haus building is in the style of a Maprik- or Sepik-style haus tambaran, while the attached, circular cafeteria follows Highland…

2. National Museum & Art Gallery

0.44 MILES

This superb museum, beautifully remodelled for the country's 40th anniversary of independence, is the best introduction you can get to Papua New Guinea's…

3. SP Brewery

1.32 MILES

A highly recognisable Waigani landmark.

4. Port Moresby Nature Park

2.49 MILES

At the northern end of Waigani Dr, by the University of Papua New Guinea, this is an island of calm. More than 2km of walkways thread under and through…

5. Hanuabada

3 MILES

Past the docks to the north lies Hanuabada, the original Motu village. Although it is still built over the sea on stilts, the original wood and thatched…

6. Koki

3.6 MILES

The picturesque stilt village of Koki, at the eastern end of Ela Beach, is worth visiting if you can find a local to take you. The best way to do that is…

8. Ela Beach

4.16 MILES

On the southern side of Town is the long, sandy stretch of Ela Beach. The beachfront promenade is a popular walk during the day and there are usually some…