Sights for any weather
The Seychelles are mostly associated with sun, beaches and granite boulders rather than sightseeing. Yet the islands have far more to offer. We have gathered more than 60 different sights here. It makes no difference whether you want to see the sights on Mahé, Praslin or La Digue. Even when the weather does not play along, there is plenty to visit in the Seychelles.
The subpages below are sorted by island and by theme. You will find further places, especially on the smaller islands, in the overview of the islands of the Seychelles. Walks with views are covered under hiking, underwater sites under diving & snorkelling.
History, religion and art
Precisely because the Seychelles were uninhabited when they were discovered, several nations were able to settle here. That is why you can see sights from the history of France and Britain, as well as places of worship of various religions and churches. The history of slavery, a number of museums, old buildings and, not least, the varied art scene can also be explored in the Seychelles.
As a change from beach days, and when it rains, the places that are indoors or under cover are particularly good choices. For a first overview of the timeline and the context, see the page on the history of the Seychelles.
With a guide or on your own
You can discover a lot on your own, but it is better and easier with a tour guide. He knows where the sights are and can tell you something about them as well.
If you are travelling independently, you will find tips on the bus, hire cars and getting from A to B. You can reach the neighbouring islands by ferry or on a boat trip. Before you go, it is worth checking the opening times, as they differ from place to place.
