Attractions in Réunion (42 total)
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Cathédrale de Saint-Denis
📍 Saint-Denis
🏛 LandmarkBuilt 1829-1832 and becoming a cathedral in 1850, this neoclassical landmark serves as a prominent spiritual and architectural centerpiece of the capital city.
Cilaos Village
📍 Cilaos
🏘 Town / VillageA high-altitude thermal town famous for its traditional embroidery, mountain-style Creole homes, and unique local wine and lentil production.
Conservatoire Botanique National de Mascarin
📍 Saint-Leu
🌿 GardenLocated on a historic estate, this center preserves the unique and endangered endemic flora of the Mascarene Islands across several thematic collections.
GR R1: Tour du Piton des Neiges
📍 Hell-Bourg
🥾 Hiking & Cycling60km challenging 3-to-4 day loop through the three natural cirques (Salazie, Mafate, Cilaos) with 4,350m elevation gain, circling the island's highest peak.
Hell-Bourg
📍 Salazie
🏘 Town / VillageA picturesque mountain village recognized as one of France's most beautiful, featuring vibrant Creole villas and tropical gardens in a volcanic caldera.
Jardin de l'État
📍 Saint-Denis
🌿 GardenA historic 18th-century botanical garden in the heart of the capital featuring rare tropical trees and the Natural History Museum.
Kélonia
📍 Saint-Leu
🐠 AquariumA dedicated sea turtle observatory and rehabilitation center where families can observe conservation efforts and marine life in large seaside basins.
Le Maïdo
📍 Saint-Paul
🏔 Scenic ViewA spectacular mountain viewpoint providing panoramic vistas over the roadless Cirque de Mafate and the island's highest peaks.
Piton de la Fournaise
📍 Sainte-Rose
🏔 Scenic ViewOne of the world's most active volcanoes, offering families a surreal walk across lunar-like lava plains and craters.
Route de Salazie (RD48)
📍 Saint-André
🚗 Road Trip28km paved road (1 hour) climbing into the greenest of the three cirques. The route follows the Rivière du Mât canyon, passing under several waterfalls including the famous 'Voile de la Mariée'. It terminates at the historic 'Plus Beaux Villages de France' member, Hell-Bourg.
Thermal Baths of Cilaos (Établissement Thermal Irénée Accot)
📍 Cilaos
♨ Hot SpringThe only active thermal facility in the Indian Ocean, utilizing naturally heated mineral water from the Véronique and Irénée springs. The iron and bicarbonate-rich water is maintained at 37°C-38°C for hydrotherapy, whirlpool baths, and relaxation treatments, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Cilaos Cirque.
Akoatys
📍 L'Étang-Salé
🌊 Water ParkRéunion's premier water park featuring a wide variety of high-speed slides, wave pools, and dedicated children's splash zones in a tropical setting.
Cilaosa Parc
📍 Cilaos
🧗 AdventureSet in the stunning Cilaos cirque, this park provides thrilling zip lines and climbing challenges with panoramic views of the surrounding volcanic ramparts.
Cirque de Salazie
📍 Salazie
🌲 NatureA lush, tropical caldera famous for its cascading waterfalls like the 'Voile de la Mariée' and colorful Creole heritage.
Plage de la Grande Anse
📍 Petite-Île
⛱ BeachA breathtaking wild beach in the south with a crescent of white sand, coconut palms, and a protected basalt rock pool for swimming.
Route de Cilaos (RN5)
📍 Saint-Louis
🚗 Road Trip35km paved mountain road (1.5 hours) known as the 'Road of 400 Bends'. It winds through deep canyons and narrow tunnels with steep cliffs, leading to the high-altitude thermal town of Cilaos. Key highlights include the Peter Both peak and breathtaking views of the Cirque de Cilaos.
Route du Volcan
📍 Bourg-Murat
🚗 Road Trip30km route (1 hour) leading to the Piton de la Fournaise. The road is paved until the Plaine des Sables, which features a well-maintained volcanic gravel track suitable for standard cars. Highlights include the Nez de Bœuf viewpoint, the Commerson Crater, and the otherworldly red lunar landscape of the Plaine des Sables.
Cascade de Grand Galet (Langevin)
📍 Saint-Joseph
🏔 Scenic ViewA breathtaking series of multiple waterfalls flowing down a lush cliffside into a crystal-clear turquoise swimming hole.
Entre-Deux
📍 Entre-Deux
🏘 Town / VillageAn authentic village nestled between two ravines, renowned for its beautifully preserved Creole architecture and intricate decorative wood carvings.
Trou de Fer
📍 Salazie
🏔 Scenic ViewA massive, vertical-walled canyon where several waterfalls plunge 300 meters, best viewed by helicopter or a jungle hike.
Voile de la Mariée
📍 Salazie
🏔 Scenic ViewAn iconic waterfall resembling a bridal veil, cascading down a verdant cliffside in the heart of the lush Salazie Cirque.
Le Barachois
📍 Saint-Denis
🏛 LandmarkThe historic seafront promenade of Saint-Denis features iconic rows of old cannons pointing toward the Indian Ocean and offers beautiful sunset views.
Le Jardin des Tortues
📍 Les Avirons
🦁 ZooA dedicated conservation park where visitors can interact with and feed various species of land tortoises in a peaceful garden setting.
Mégavalanche Downhill MTB Route
📍 Saint-Paul
🥾 Hiking & Cycling22km expert 2-hour downhill mountain bike descent from the Maïdo summit (2,200m) to the lagoon of Saint-Gilles, crossing volcanic rocks and forest. Bike rental: Run'Evasion (runevasion.com)
Rue de Paris
📍 Saint-Denis
🏘 Town / VillageThe capital's historic axis, showcasing a grand collection of 19th-century colonial mansions and significant administrative buildings.
