Blue Penny Museum,Mauritius

• Original 1847 "Blue Mauritius" and "Red Mauritius" stamps (displayed under conservation conditions)
• Permanent galleries outlining Mauritius’s history from early settlement to modern times
• Interactive audio-visual presentation on the island’s maritime and colonial past
• Exhibits of maps, paintings, ship models and historical documents
• Temporary and philatelic exhibitions that rotate throughout the year
• Museum shop offering philatelic reproductions, postcards and local crafts

• Secure, climate-controlled display cases and lighting specially designed for rare stamps
• High-quality multimedia and interactive displays to make history accessible
• Central location at the Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis with nearby shops and harbor views
• Multilingual exhibit labels (English/French/Creole) and accessible layout
• Opportunities to see both original artifacts and high-quality reproductions

• Guided tours (often available in English and French)
• Audio-visual show narrating Mauritius’s history and the story of the stamps
• Close (but regulated) viewing of the rare stamps and related philatelic material
• Hands-on/educational activities for school groups and families (when scheduled)
• Browsing the museum shop for collectible reproductions and Mauritian souvenirs

Because the museum is indoors, it can be visited year-round. For fewer crowds, visit weekday mornings. Peak tourist season in Mauritius is typically November–April.

Indoor museum — weather at the museum isn’t an issue. Port Louis has a tropical maritime climate: hot and humid with most rain Nov–Apr; cooler, drier conditions May–Oct.

Typical opening hours are often in the range of 10:00–17:00 / 10:00–18:00, but times and entry fees vary — check the museum’s official website or Caudan Waterfront listings before visiting. Museums in Mauritius commonly charge a moderate admission fee; concessions are sometimes available for children, students and seniors.

Located at the Caudan Waterfront complex in central Port Louis, the museum is easily reachable by taxi, rental car or public bus to Port Louis. The nearest international airport is Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (MRU), roughly a 45–60 minute drive depending on traffic. The museum is generally wheelchair accessible and has visitor facilities consistent with a modern cultural venue.

Allow 1–2 hours for a relaxed visit; more time if you intend to attend a guided tour or temporary exhibition.

Light, casual clothing suitable for humid tropical weather outside; the museum interior is air-conditioned so a light layer can be comfortable. Comfortable shoes recommended for walking around the waterfront area.

Look for philatelic reproductions, postcards and locally made crafts in the museum shop. Nearby at the Caudan Waterfront you can sample Mauritian cuisine (creole, Indian-Chinese influences) and buy local rum, tea and handicrafts as souvenirs.