Photographic Museum Of Mauritius

An amazing collection of cameras under one roof. Even more fascinating is the treasure trove of old prints showing the history of Mauritius through the lens. And all thanks to the perseverance of one man, the late Tristan Bréville who put this priceless collection together.

Amazing place. It is the collection of a lifetime which dates back in time. Devices were kept in very good condition to the point that some of them still works perfectly regardless of their age. We had the opportunity to use one particular device called stereoscope which gives the sensation of being emerged in a 3D environment. Entrance fee is affordable and we even had a guided tour with accurate explanation about the history of photography. I completely recommend

An archival museum that has a plethora of photographic artifacts from photographs to cameras to heavy machinery. a really insightful place to learn about the history of photography in Mauritius and also France as these are linked. They do work within a small space so there is a lot put into the area. The staff are friendly and polite and happy to give further insight and try out some demos on some of the machines. It is a paid entry as it’s a private museum, although would recommend for lovers of history and photography.

What a magical place, and what a wonderful collection! Tristan did an amazing job of collecting, preserving, and showing the photographic history of Mauritius! His wife and daughter are carrying on with his legacy, with love and dedication. Definitely worth a visit, even if you are not a photographer!

An incredible experience you simply can’t miss! Madame Breville continues her late husband’s work with love and devotion. The collection is stunning, the atmosphere unforgettable — an experience even more impressive than any museum in Mauritius.

The owner gave us an intimate tour of the museum she and her husband opened. It was incredibly interesting and gave us bigger insight on the history of Mauritius. Some of the pictures and prints are for sale, we ended up bringing 3 back home with us. Highly recommend it.

We had a very quick walk, but we were impressed by the diversity in age and type of cameras. Highly recommend for any passionate photograph.

Quality time spent - a glimpse into the history of photography on the island. The lady whose family owns the museum was our guide and she is great. You can also purchase incredible photos or posters of images taken a few decades ago.