Waigani, Port Moresby

Name: Waigani
Address: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

#11 among attractions in Port Moresby

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Waigani is a suburb of Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea. It includes the Parliament Building of Papua New Guinea, the National and Supreme Court, the University of Papua New Guinea, Morauta House, the PNG National Museum, the National Library, British, Australian and New Zealand High Commissions and Japanese Embassy. ()

Coordinates: 9°25'10"S, 147°11'2"E

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Port Moresby Papua New Guinea

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Waigani – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Papua New Guinea National Museum and Art Gallery, Bomana War Cemetery, Hohola Mosque, Sir Hubert Murray Stadium.

0.6 miSE
Museum
Papua New Guinea National Museum and Art Gallery, Port Moresby
16 min walk • The Papua New Guinea National Museum and Art Gallery stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Port Moresby, offering visitors a profound glimpse into the rich tapestry of the nation's heritage. Established in 1975, shortly after the country's independence, the...
5 miE
Cemetery
Bomana War Cemetery, Port Moresby
127 min walk • Nestled in the serene outskirts of Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, lies the Bomana War Cemetery, a solemn tribute to the soldiers who laid down their lives during World War II. This meticulously maintained cemetery stands as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made...
2.7 miS
Mosque
Hohola Mosque, Port Moresby
70 min walk • The Hohola Mosque is a mosque in Port Moresby, National Capital District, Papua New Guinea. It is the first mosque in the country.
3.8 miSW
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Sir Hubert Murray Stadium, Port Moresby
96 min walk • The Hubert Murray Stadium is a sports venue located in Port Moresby, the capital city of Papua New Guinea. It was developed for the 1969 South Pacific Games on reclaimed land at Konedobu that had previously been shoreline mangroves.
4.5 miSW
Neighbourhood
Ela Beach, Port Moresby
114 min walk • Ela Beach, formerly known as Era Kone, meaning 'Turtle Beach' in the Motuan dialect of the Papuan region of Papua New Guinea, is Port Moresby's primary public beach. With white sand stretching approximately 1 km long.
3.1 miS
Neighbourhood
Four Mile, Port Moresby
80 min walk • 4 Mile is an industrial area of Port Moresby, the capital city of Papua New Guinea, located just north of Boroko and south of Gordon.
3.9 miS
Neighbourhood
Three Mile, Port Moresby
99 min walk • 3 Mile is a residential suburb of Port Moresby, the capital city of Papua New Guinea. It is adjacent to Korobosea and The Port Moresby General Hospital is also inside this suburb.
1.2 miNW
Universities and schools
University of Papua New Guinea, Port Moresby
32 min walk • The University of Papua New Guinea is a university located in Port Moresby, capital of Papua New Guinea. It was established by ordinance of the Australian administration in 1965.
4.1 miSW
Village
Hanuabada, Port Moresby
104 min walk • Hanuabada is a coastal village in Papua New Guinea in the outskirts of the nation's capital, Port Moresby. It is the biggest village in the Motuan tribe and is often known by its locals as "HB." Hanuabada means "big village" in Motu. It is northwest of Downtown Port Moresby. It has a population of over 15,000.
1 miSE
Library
National Library of Papua New Guinea, Port Moresby
26 min walk • The National Library of Papua New Guinea is, as its name suggests, the national library of Papua New Guinea. Founded in 1978, it is located in Port Moresby.
3.5 miS
Sport, Sport venue
PNG Football Stadium, Port Moresby
90 min walk • PNG Football Stadium is a sporting ground in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. It hosted three games for the 1989–1992 Rugby League World Cup. It has been the home ground for the Papua New Guinea national rugby league team since 1975. It has a total capacity of approximately 15,000 and is the National Stadium of Papua New Guinea.