From 12 September to 24 October 2026, take revision beyond the classroom and explore Mauritius’ History and Geography through the museum’s collections.
Offer reserved for Mauritian citizens and residents.
Uncover stamp engraving's origins in Mauritius and step back in time.
Dive into the timeless love story through beautiful art and a stunning classic sculpture.
The museum has been designed with unyielding attention to quality in the selection of the works on display, the written descriptions, the layout and the development of interpretation aids.
The Blue Penny Museum is one of those rare places providing visitors with a captivating glimpse of the art and history of Mauritius. It is a must-stop for anyone curious about discovering the country in depth.
This room has a magical quality and provides an insight into the world of navigation.
This famous novel by the French author, Jacques-Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre, is forever associated with Mauritius and the mythical story of these two lovers is a masterpiece of world literature.
The second room of the museum offers a broad outline of the colonial history of the island.
This third room houses a series of old images and maps that will take you on a voyage through time, back to the Port Louis of the 18th and 19th centuries.
The visit of the museum continues into a room that offers a broad outline of the history of postal services in Mauritius.
Find out all the practical information about the museum
9.30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday
Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays
The museum closes exceptionally at 1 p.m. on 24th and 31st December.
The museum remains closed on 1st to 3rd January.
The museum closes exceptionally at 2 p.m. on 13th December 2025.
Photography is allowed inside the museum except in the Stamps room.
The Post Office stamps are only visible for 10 minutes on the quarter past the hour of every opening hour. The aim is to protect these philatelic gems from ageing.
Food and drinks are not permitted inside the museum.
Non-Residents
Adult: Rs. 325
Children/Student: Rs. 200
Family (2 adults + 2 children): Rs. 820
Residents
Adult: Rs. 50
Blue Penny Museum, Le Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis, Mauritius
+230 210 9204