Honiara
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Introduction
Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, was built after the Second World War to replace the former capital of Tulagi. It serves largely as a springboard for activities in remoter areas of the Solomon Islands.
Sights and Activities
- The National Museum can give you an insight into the culture of the Solomon Islands.
- The Honiara Central and Kukum markets
- Bonegi Beach is white sandy beach about 20 minutes drive out of Honiara, featuring a couple of WWII wrecks that can be explored quite easily, even by snorkellers.
- Tenaru Falls is an impressive 60m waterfall, which cascades into a deep pool, ideal for a refreshing swim. To reach the falls, you can drive to Hailupa and then will need to walk about 9km from there.
- Mataniko Falls is another spectacular waterfall, requiring several hours of walking to reach. Find a guide at Lili village, near Tuvaruhu to show you the way.
Events and Festivals
Getting There
By Plane
Honiara International Airport, formerly known as Henderson Field, is located 10 kms out of town and is the main point of entry into the country. Solomon Airlines provides international connecting flights to Australia, Fiji, Vanuatu and domestic flights throughout the islands.
By Car
By Bus
By Boat
Getting Around
By Car
By Public Transport
Public buses run along the main road, Mendana Avenue. A destination card is displayed on the front window and fares are modest. Taxis are not metered but can be booked or flagged down in the street.
By Foot
By Bike
Eat
- The Lime Lounge is a popular café. (Location: Downtown, next to the ANZ bank. Opening Hours: 7am to 5pm weekdays, less on the weekend)
Drink
Sleep
- Honiara Hotel - Prince Philip Hwy, Honiara. Ph: 21737
- Kitano Mendana Hotel - Mendana Ave, Honiara. Ph: 20071
- Hibiscus Hotel - Hibiscus Avenue, Honiara. Ph: 21 205
- King Solomon Hotel - Hibiscus Ave, Honiara
- The Pacific Casino Hotel - Located 5 km out of the centre of town. Ph: 25009
- Quality Inn - Ph. 25151
- Airport Motel - Ph: 36 446
Keep Connected
Internet
- The PFnet Internet Café on the 2nd Floor of the NPF Plaza charges SBD$12/hr with a minimum charge of SBD$7. Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Saturdays, 8am to 3pm.
- The Lime Lounge offers WiFi access.
Phone
The calling code for the Solomon Islands is +677 . No area code is required to reach Honiara. To call out of the Solomon Islands, use the exit code 00, followed by the destination country's calling code.
Post
The main post office is off Mendana Ave, open 8am to noon, and 1pm to 4.30pm Monday to Friday, as well as Saturday mornings. There is only postal delivery to post office boxes or poste restante
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