Driving routes, distances and day-trip ideas nearby.
A ready week, day by day: highly rated places, lunches, tours and trips out of town. Ratings and opening hours come from Tripadvisor, distances are real driving distances.
An unhurried first day: the centre on foot, one landmark and a quiet dinner near where you're staying. Don't plan anything far — after travelling, getting your bearings matters more.
All day
A free day — the market, the waterfront, the next neighbourhood over.
Hotel check-in is usually from 2pm — if you arrive earlier, most places will store your luggage.
The fullest day: two or three key places back to back. Start early — queues build by midday at the popular ones, and the light is better for photographs after lunch.
All day
A free day — the market, the waterfront, the next neighbourhood over.
Carry some cash for markets and small cafés — cards are not taken everywhere.
A day for what needs time and attention: museums, historic quarters, and lunch somewhere locals actually go.
Afternoon
Explore Copolia Trail
5.0· 17from €80
Explore Copolia Trail — rated 5 from 17 reviews.
Many museums close on a Monday or Tuesday — check the opening hours before you set out.
Get beyond the city: the nearby towns and countryside are usually what stays with you. A rental car is the practical way — public transport on these routes is slow and infrequent.
All day
Seychelles International Airport
Seychelles International Airport is 3 km from Mahe, about 8m by car. Leave in the morning so you're back before dark.
Book the car ahead: in season there is little left and the counter price is higher.
Rent a car in MaheA free day. Go back to wherever you wanted to linger, and add one or two places from the list you haven't reached.
Afternoon
Omnibus service in Seychelles
5.0· 10from €100
Omnibus service in Seychelles — rated 5 from 10 reviews.
Carry some cash for markets and small cafés — cards are not taken everywhere.
A good day for a guided tour: a guide tells you what the signs don't, and takes the driving off your hands.
All day
Victoria
Victoria is 9 km from Mahe, about 15m by car. Leave in the morning so you're back before dark.
Book the car ahead: in season there is little left and the counter price is higher.
Rent a car in MaheA calm finish: a favourite spot once more, some shopping, a late lunch. Leave yourself room before the airport.
Afternoon
Private Transfer in Seychelles
5.0· 7from €63
Private Transfer in Seychelles — rated 5 from 7 reviews.
Allow twice what the map says for the airport run — it is never the quiet hour when you need it.
Within a ~2.5h drive of Mahe.
Where you can drive from Mahe.
Tap a place for photos, opening hours and reviews
Top attractions
Restaurants and cafés
Explore Copolia Trail
€80
Omnibus service in Seychelles
€100
Private Transfer in Seychelles
€63
Airport to Hotel Transfer – Pickup One Way
€60
Romance Bungalows
from €118 / night
laïla, Seychelles, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Resort
from €207 / night
JA Enchanted Island Resort Seychelles
from €732 / night
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles
from €1,885 / night
Source — Tripadvisor
Exceptional stay and top tier hospitality!
Our stay at Garden Hill Hotel was truly fantastic from start to finish. While the hotel itself is wonderful, what made our trip truly memorable was the outstanding service. A special, heartfelt thank you to the entire reception team and the head of reception for their incredible treatment and warmth throughout our stay…
nice atmosphere
We had a holiday at Club Med Seychelles — we really liked it! Beautiful place, tasty food, a lot of sport activities. I want to say thank you to Alena, she works at the bar. She is very nice, always smiling, makes delicious cocktails, and lifts the mood. Thank her for her care! The hotel is good, I recommend it to ever…
Excellent
Excellent service! The staff were friendly, professional, and always willing to help. Everything was quick and efficient. I highly recommend this car rental company!
Summer holidays
Great rooms, pool, beautiful beach and garden. Only ala cart in main restaurant for dinner and bit pricy. Better option to eat out in the neighborhood.