Getting fired up about your trip to Noumea? Need some tips about what to do and see when you arrive? That's where we come in!

Feel the ocean breeze as you saunter along Noumea Harbour. Bobbing about in the sparkling ocean, the boats around it look particularly charming while the sun is setting. There's a fabulous range of things to keep you busy in this destination. Check for tours at Noumea Cathedral. While you're here, why not take some time to sit in the pews and reconnect with your spiritual side. Still got time on your hands? Even if it's raining, it's well worth taking a stroll through Place des Cocotiers. Put up your umbrella and drink in the fresh earthy smell.

Travelling is about doing things you get a kick out of as well as things you've never attempted before. Ready to have some terrific new experiences?

Jump-start your trip to Nouméa by trying out one or two of these activities:

• Culture & Country Discovery Tour
• Nouméa City Discovery Tour
• Local Culinary Experience
• Zoological & Botanical Gardens Tour
• The Unmissable Tour
• The French Touch Tour

Take a look at our Nouméa things to do page for a full list of activities.

With around 10 properties on offer, you won't have any dramas finding somewhere great to stay. Book a room for your luxury getaway or cheap holiday via Expedia and enjoy a good night's sleep in Noumea.

If you enjoy the finer things in life once in a while, why not splash some cash and treat yourself to a night at the Hilton Noumea La Promenade Residences (109 Promenade Roger Laroque) or the Chateau Royal Beach Resort and Spa (140 Promenade Roger Laroque)? If you don't fancy spending such big bucks, why not spend your evenings somewhere more affordable? Try the Casa del Sole Apartments (10 Route de l'Aquarium Baie des Citrons) or the Hotel Le Paris Noumea (45/47 Rue De Sébastopol).

Magenta Domestic Airport (GEA) is 1 mile east of the main area of Noumea. Claim your luggage, call for a cab and get this adventure started!