Vanuatu National Museum

The Vanuatu national museum in Port Vila has some interesting exhibits, but it's in need of better maintenance. At 2000 Vatu (approx $26 AUD) per person, the entry fee feels a bit steep given the dusty displays and dirty glass shelves. Worth a visit if you're keen on local history, but don't expect a polished experience.

Great venue, easy location to find Guide is worth the extra cost, the story telling and music and sand drawings are spectacular at and listened for over an hour The earthquake meant that some exhibits have been removed or damaged and some are not stored correctly, but for the price and what you see, is is worth the cost I'd say around 2 hours is about right if you get the guide, 1 hour otherwise Weekdays are better, quieter Lots of information and really tells the story of the country

Massive praise to Edgar the museum guide, he made the visit & 1000vt entry worth it. So friendly, kind and informative about Vanuatu & all of its islands and people. He is also very talented at sand drawing & playing instruments 🤭 The actual museum exhibits & information could do with some renovating, it was difficult to read signs & info.

Not sure what happened...maybe the government has forgotten this place? Nothing is maintained here and it seems to become a public toilet instead. The animal specimens...horrible condition. The display shelf...never cleaned and I couldn't even see through the glass clearly. Part of floor tiles are missing, and there is only one staff in the whole museum.

Interesting facts both Vanuatu and its history with displays showing wildlife, insects, uniforms, guns and historical artefacts. Nevertheless, the museum itself looks a bit outdated and rundown. It will definitely need a little love to make it more appealing. However, if you want to lead more about Vanuatu and its history it’s a good place to go! Entrance is 1500 Vatu and opening hours are according to Google. Enjoy 😉

Its small, but a very interesting Museum. Definitely take a guide to explain you everything and for the sand drawing.

Unfortunately, this museum is not worth the 1000 vatu entry fee or your time. The museum is the size of half a basket ball court with very limited items on display.

Small but amazing museum presenting the culture of Vanuatu. Masks, outfits, weapon and ritual objects, all these elevated by awesome narration by the museum guide, Edgar. Thank you for taking us deep into the Vanuatu culture!