North of Réunion

Saint-Denis

Réunion's capital, its Creole houses, its Barachois seafront and gateway to the island.

The Barachois cannons and palm trees in Saint-Denis, Réunion

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Best areas to stay in Saint-Denis

Town centre

Ideal for: first visit, budget

Shops, restaurants and beautiful Creole houses, near Rue de Paris.

Barachois

Ideal for: couples, seafront

The seafront, its cannons and sunsets, a short walk from the centre.

The hills (Le Brûlé, La Montagne)

Ideal for: quiet, nature

Cooler and calmer, with views of the city and the ocean; a car is needed.

Practical info about Saint-Denis

Saint-Denis is where most travellers arrive: Roland Garros airport is close by. Many spend a night or two here before setting off to explore the island, ideally by car.

What to see in Saint-Denis

  • The Barachois, the seafront and its cannons;
  • Rue de Paris and its Creole houses;
  • the Jardin de l’État botanical garden;
  • the covered market and Creole cuisine;
  • places of worship of every community, reflecting the island’s mixed heritage.

Getting to Saint-Denis

Roland Garros airport is in Sainte-Marie, about fifteen minutes’ drive from the centre. Shuttles and taxis run the route; to explore the island, a car is almost essential.

Swimming: because of the shark risk, swimming is prohibited outside the lagoon and supervised areas. Always follow the signs.

All our tips for the island in Travel in Réunion.

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