Housed inside an old sugar factory, this small museum offers a glimpse of the island's history, and its sugar cultivation in particular. While learning more about how plantations shaped Mauritian industry and society in the colonial era, you will also discover how people lived and worked back in the day.

The Paradesi Synagogue is the oldest active synagogue in the former British colonies. Its interior features multiple low-hanging Belgian glass chandeliers, and it houses artefacts such as the Scrolls of Law, containing the Jewish Pentateuch.

The Distillery Historic District is a pedestrian-only neighbourhood celebrated for its preserved Victorian industrial architecture, set on cobblestone streets that once housed a large whiskey distillery. This atmospheric setting is now a vibrant cultural and social hub, home to independent boutiques, art galleries, and a diverse range of restaurants and bars. The area thrives with a dynamic calendar of events, most notably the annual Christmas Market that transforms its lanes into a festive destination. It successfully blends its 19th-century heritage with a contemporary, creative energy.

The suggestive walk that twists and turns through Portofino´s most southern tip leads to a scenic view of the Ligurian Sea, so no wonder that Portofino´s Lighthouse is a town landmark. The immaculate white colour of the building creates a contrast with the surrounding natural landscape, shaping a vivid scene.