Port Vila Market

The Port Vila Market House sits on the capital's waterfront, a covered hall where ni-Vanuatu women from surrounding villages sell garden produce, tropical fruit, root crops, flowers and cooked food. Traders often stay for days at a time, and the market operates almost continuously through the week, making it the social and commercial heart of the town. Colourful island dresses, fresh coconuts and local dishes give it a distinctly Pacific character. Overlooking the harbour and its offshore islets, it is one of Port Vila's most welcoming stops.