Suva
Colo-i-Suva (pronounced tholo-ee-soo-va) is a 2.5-sq-km oasis of lush rainforest teeming with tropical plants and vivid and melodic bird life. The 6.5km…
Must-see attractions in Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
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Suva
This museum offers a great journey into Fiji’s historical and cultural and evolution. To enjoy the exhibits in chronological order, start with the…
Suva
It’s the beating heart of Suva and a great place to spend an hour or so poking around with a camera. The boys with barrows own the lanes and they aren’t…
Sri Siva Subramaniya Swami Temple
Nadi
This riotously bright Hindu temple is one of the few places outside India where you can see traditional Dravidian architecture; the wooden carvings of…
Suva
The South Indian fire-walking festival is held here during July or August. Of all Fiji's cultural rituals, the extraordinary art of fire walking is…
Coral Coast
Although there are many forts like it scattered all over Fiji, Tavuni Hill Fort is the most accessible for visitors. Built in the 18th century by Tongan…
Suva
Opened in June 1992, the parliament complex must be one of the world’s most striking political hubs. It was designed in the post-1987 atmosphere. The aim…
Coral Coast
This wildlife sanctuary showcases some magnificent wildlife. This includes Fiji’s only native land mammal, the Fijian flying fox; and an aviary full of…
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Coral Coast
One of Fiji's natural highlights, these impressive dunes are a ripple of peppery monoliths skirting the shoreline near the mouth of the Sigatoka River…
Suva
This 1902 cathedral is built from sandstone imported from Sydney and is one of Suva’s most prominent landmarks.
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Suva
Charles Kingsford Smith was the first aviator to cross the Pacific, flying in his little Fokker trimotor, The Southern Cross, from California to Australia…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
The rocky 4WD road to Navilawa hugs the Sabeto River, and there are some perfect swimming holes and waterfalls to plunge in: ask permission first from any…
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University of the South Pacific
Suva
While not necessarily a must-see from a tourist’s perspective, this is the foremost provider of tertiary education to the island nations of the Pacific…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
At Wailotua village, 23km west of Korovou, the Snake God Cave is one of the largest caves in Fiji. The name is derived from six glittering stalactites in…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
Turn off the sealed road at the signpost to the guns, and onto 4km of rattling gravel road. This leads to two 6in guns that were installed here by the New…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
About 25km southeast of Rakiraki, overlooking Viti Levu Bay, this 1917 church is famous for its mural depicting a black Christ, painted in 1962 by Jean…
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Suva
After visiting the museum, ponder on your new found knowledge with a wander through these compact but beautiful gardens ( M032A). The dense conglomeration…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
Fiji has the highest percentage of Hare Krishnas per capita in the world and this temple is the foremost International Society for Krishna Consciousness …
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
Koroyanitu National Heritage Park is accessed via Abaca (Am-ba-tha) village, southeast of Lautoka, but you can't go alone: trails have been unmaintained…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
There is an abandoned battery of guns at Lomolomo, on a low rise at the foot of the Sabeto Mountains. Built in WWII to protect Nadi Bay, they are hardly a…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
More than a garden, this must-see spot is an absolute botanic bonanza. Abloom with more than 2000 varieties of orchids, plus indigenous flora and other…
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Denarau Island
This year-round waterpark is tons of fun for the kids (or the slightly built adult: weight limit 85kg), with bright, cartoonish inflatable waterslides,…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
Never mind the pricey resort spas: slopping around this natural mud pit and the geothermal hot pools will have you feeling like a million bucks, even if…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
From Marine Dr it is possible to walk to this mill, the backbone of the local economy. The mill opened in 1903 and is still by all accounts the largest…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
If you have commandeered your own taxi, ask the driver to show you the resting place of Fiji’s most notorious cannibal. The tomb isn’t very impressive,…
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Suva
This intersection is the symbolic centre of Suva. A whitewashed marker commemorates the dates of the first missionaries arriving in Fiji, the…
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Suva
This cathedral, with its unique boat-shaped interior, interesting Fijian tapestries and wood-beamed ceiling, is a peaceful retreat. The gigantic tree in…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
Tiny craft market at the entrance to Viseisei village doesn't have much in the way of exciting purchases, though you'll probably feel duty-bound to buy…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
About 10km west of Rakiraki, near Vitawa, is a large outcrop known as Navatu Rock. There was once a fortified village on top of the rock and it was…
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
Catholic missionaries from France built the Naililili Catholic Mission at the turn of the 20th century. The stained-glass windows were imported from…
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Suva
If you entered town via the Queens Road, you likely passed Suva Cemetery. Graves are dug by the inmates from the prison (built in 1913) just down the road…
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Koroyanitu National Heritage Park
Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
This gorgeous national park is home to six villages; keen hikers can take advantage of the various incredibly scenic hikes through dakua forests and…
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Suva
For a rousing chorus of song on a Sunday morning, head to the Methodist church. The pitch is more invigorating than dulcet and it often fills the…
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Oceania Centre for Arts & Culture
Suva
Arts centre at the University of the South Pacific, which hosts regular live music, dance and theatre, art shows, talks and other cultural events.
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Nadi
Not very swimmable, but decent for sunbathing or a game of beach rugby, Wailoaloa is home to a cluster of budget resorts.
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Suva
Just east of downtown, this bright orange and blue temple generally has a caretaker around to let you in for a look.
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Nadi
Long stretch of sand dotted with budget accommodation and wealthy residential properties.
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
Used by surfers to access Mamanuca breaks and resorts on Namotu and Tavarua.
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Nadi, Suva & Viti Levu
Wharf for boats between Ovalau and Viti Levu (Natovi Landing).
