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Brown River
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 8 attractions in Port Moresby

The river is popular for swimming and rafting, while its banks provide an ideal spot for picnickers.

Attraction type: River
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National Parliament House
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 8 attractions in Port Moresby

The blend of old and new is strikingly exemplified in the Parliament House, which combines modern architecture with ancient design.

Attraction type: Government building
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National Museum and Art Gallery
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 8 attractions in Port Moresby

Located on the slopes of Independence Hill, this traditionally designed museum houses an excellent collection of New Guinea art and cultural artifacts.

Attraction type: Art museum
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Idler's Beach
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 8 attractions in Port Moresby

Swim or just laze at this lovely beach at Idler’s Bay on the Coral Sea, but bring sunscreen or an umbrella for shade.

Attraction type: Beach
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Rouna Falls
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 8 attractions in Port Moresby

The thunderous falls are a popular tourist site, and can be combined with a trip to the nearby Varirata National Park.

Attraction type: Waterfall
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Varirata National Park
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 8 attractions in Port Moresby

If you're early enough, you'll catch the incredible morning mist hovering over this natural mountain region that offers fantastic views and a wealth of birds and other wildlife.

Attraction type: National park
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National Capital Botanical Gardens

Although best known for an extraordinary collection of orchids unique to Papua New Guinea, the gardens also have numerous other plant species, colorful birds, tree-climbing kangaroos and insect and snake houses.

Attraction type: Garden
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Moitaka Wildlife Sanctuary

This crocodile research farm also has a small zoo with native animals and birds.

Attraction type: Nature reserve
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