Caudan Arts Centre
Port Louis's Creative Heartbeat
Located in the historic Caudan Waterfront complex overlooking Port Louis harbour, the Caudan Arts Centre is the cultural anchor of the Mauritian capital. Five gallery spaces host a rotating programme of contemporary Mauritian art, photography, sculpture, and performance — from established island names to the next generation of Indian Ocean creatives.
The centre's permanent collection documents 350 years of Mauritian visual culture, from colonial-era plantation scenes to the vibrant contemporary movement that emerged post-independence. Special exhibitions draw international artists, curators, and collectors to Port Louis throughout the year.
Highlights
Galleries
5 contemporary spaces
Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis
Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis
General admission
€8 / MUR 400
Hours
Tue–Sun 10am – 6pm
What to Expect
Begin in the permanent collection — 350 years of Mauritian visual culture across colonial, independence, and contemporary eras.
The featured exhibition space rotates every six weeks, showcasing the most compelling voices in contemporary Indian Ocean art.
The rooftop sculpture terrace offers some of the finest views of Port Louis harbour and the Moka mountain range.
The arts centre café and design shop are ideal for a lunch break and to bring home original Mauritian craft and prints.
Caudan Arts Centre
Arts & Culture · Port Louis, Capital
Our team responds within 2 hours — Mon to Sun, 8 AM – 6 PM.
Practical Information
Tuesday – Sunday, 10:00am – 6:00pm
Open to the public
10 min from Central Port Louis; free parking on site
Contact hello@live-mauritius.com for private tours
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