Attractions in Solomon Islands

Savo Crater

The Savo Crater forms the center of the volcanic island of Savo north of Guadalcanal.

Lungga Plain

The Lungga Plain is the most significant lowland area on Guadalcanal, formed by the deposits of the Lungga River.

National Parliament Library

The library is part of the parliament complex and houses key national documents.

Traditional Custom House

The 'Custom House' on Santa Ana is a ritual building rich in carvings and cultural significance.

Point Cruz

A small peninsula in central Honiara.

Mataniko Falls

These spectacular falls tumble into a canyon near Honiara.

Fanalei Traditional Village

Fanalei is famous for traditional dolphin hunting and the use of dolphin teeth as currency.

Point Cruz Yacht Club

The Yacht Club is a social landmark of Honiara located at the harbor.

Mbokonavera Market

This local market in a residential area of Honiara is an authentic landmark of daily life.

Langa Langa Lagoon

A lagoon on Malaita famous for its centuries-old artificial islands and the traditional manufacturing of shell money.

King George VI School

This is the oldest and most prestigious secondary school in the Solomon Islands.

Kennedy Island (Kasolo)

A small island near Gizo where John F.

Banika Island

The second largest of the Russell Islands, developed into a massive Allied logistics and air base during the war.

Gizo Central Market

The market in Gizo is known for its lively atmosphere and fresh fish sold directly from canoes.

Vilu War Museum

An impressive open-air museum on Guadalcanal featuring well-preserved WWII aircraft wrecks and memorials.

Santa Ana Spirit Houses

These traditional buildings on Santa Ana Island house intricately carved relics and serve as significant religious landmarks.

Honiara City Council

The city council's administrative building is the hub of Honiara's local government.

Vilu P-38 Wreck

A well-preserved P-38 Lightning wreck at the Vilu Museum, representing the aerial combat over Guadalcanal.

Marovo Lagoon

The world's largest saltwater lagoon.

Honiara Central Market

Honiara's bustling marketplace located at the historic Point Cruz area, serving as the economic heart of the city.

Auki Central Market

Auki Central Market is a vibrant hub where agricultural products from the Malaita highlands are traded and sold.

Tetere Amphibious Wrecks

Several abandoned US LVT amphibious tractors lying half-buried in the sand at Tetere Beach.

Cathedral

Holy Cross Cathedral

The Catholic cathedral towers on a hill over Honiara and is a prominent landmark.

Cathedral

St. Peter's Cathedral, Auki

The primary Catholic church in Auki, Malaita, is a monumental religious building in the region.

Ruins

Graciosa Bay

A location on Santa Cruz Island where Spanish explorer Alvaro de Mendaña attempted to establish a short-lived colony in 1595.

Ruins

Tikopia

An isolated Polynesian exclave famous for its sustainable agricultural practices maintained for over 3,000 years.

Ruins

Tulagi Wharf and Ruins

Tulagi served as the capital of the Solomon Islands before WWII.

Monument

Henderson Field Monument

Henderson Field was the strategic prize of the Battle of Guadalcanal.

Nature

Park

Solomon Peace Memorial Park

This park in Honiara is dedicated to peace and the memory of all victims of WWII.

Park

Heritage Park Honiara

Heritage Park is a central landmark in Honiara, blending modern hotel architecture with a site of historical importance.

Lake

Lake Te Nggano

This is the largest inland lake in the South Pacific, located on Rennell Island.

Park

East Rennell

The UNESCO World Heritage site of East Rennell includes Lake Te Nggano, the largest inland lake in the Pacific.

Mount Sambe

Mount Sambe is the highest peak on Ranongga Island in the western Solomon Islands.

Mount Maetambe

Mount Maetambe is the highest elevation on Choiseul Island in the northwest Solomon Islands.

Mount Kaichui

Mount Kaichui is one of the most prominent peaks on Choiseul Island.

Mount Gower

Mount Gower is the highest point on Makira Island, formerly San Cristobal.

Mount Kela

Mount Kela is the highest mountain on Santa Isabel, forming the central part of the island's mountain ridge.

Manning Strait

This strait separates Choiseul and Santa Isabel islands.

Gold Ridge

Gold Ridge is a mountain ridge in the central highlands of Guadalcanal, famous for its gold deposits.

Florida Islands

Also known as the Nggela Islands, these islands north of Guadalcanal feature deep natural harbors like Tulagi.

Lau Lagoon

This lagoon in northeast Malaita is famous for its artificial islands built by locals using coral rock.

Zaira Conservation Area

The Zaira Conservation Area on Vangunu is known for its pristine coral reefs and leatherback turtle nesting sites.

Mount Gallego

Mount Gallego is an extinct volcano in northwestern Guadalcanal.

Uepi Island

This small barrier reef island in Marovo Lagoon offers access to deep oceanic trenches and vibrant coral gardens.

Mount Lambi

Mount Lambi is a prominent elevation in the western part of Guadalcanal.

Duff Islands

These remote islands preserve a unique flora and fauna adapted to extremely isolated conditions.

Ontong Java Atoll

Ontong Java is one of the world's largest atolls, hosting exceptional marine biodiversity.

Mount Suku

Mount Suku is a peak in the Kavo Range on Guadalcanal.

Kolombangara

This island is an extinct stratovolcano with a nearly circular shape.

Bauani Conservation Area

This conservation area on Santa Isabel preserves critical mangrove and coastal ecosystems.