Réunion is a French overseas region and department in the Indian Ocean, 700 km east of Madagascar and 200 km south-west of Mauritius. This volcanic island of extraordinary drama packs an active volcano, three steep-walled cirques, a UNESCO World Heritage mountain core, dense rainforest, and a warm lagoon into 2,512 km². It is simultaneously French enough to accept euros and credit cards everywhere, and exotic enough to feel like another world entirely.
Top attractions
The most popular and significant attractions in Réunion.
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1
Piton de la Fournaise
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2
Cirque de Mafate
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3
Cirque de Cilaos
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4
Cirque de Salazie & Hell-Bourg
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5
Le Maïdo Viewpoint
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6
Plaine des Sables
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7
Hell-Bourg Village
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8
Anse des Cascades
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9
Grand Bassin & Voile de la Mariée
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10
Plage de l'Hermitage
Tips for visiting attractions
Make the most of your sightseeing time.
Visit popular attractions early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds and harsh midday light.
Book tickets online in advance for major attractions to skip long queues and sometimes save money.
Many cities offer multi-attraction passes that include public transport. Calculate whether they save you money based on your itinerary.