Fiji Museum
Fiji Museum
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8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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The Fiji Museum is located 5 mins drive from the Capital City of Fiji, Suva. The historical museum holds archaeological findings dating back 3500 years as well as cultural objects reflecting Fiji's inhabitants during the past 100 years are housed in the oldest museum in the South Pacific. It will be interesting to take a 1-2 hours tour in the Fiji museum while in Suva, Fiji.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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- Graeme MSydney, Australia44 contributionsMust see Museum in SuvaDo not miss a visit to this interesting Museum. It highlights the pacific area with particular reference to Fiji. The current exhibit "Voyages" stories of an Ocean people is a must see. Set in the Botanic gardens with a cafe makes for a relaxing visit.Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 3, 2023
- parrottdizeDyer, Indiana2,417 contributionsPart of a cruise excursion.Simple but nicely done. There are several rooms depicting the history of Fiji......doesn't take long to go through it. There is also washrooms, gift shop and refreshments on site. Next to the museum is the Thurston Gardens.Visited November 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten December 26, 2023
- NinaSydney, Australia3 contributionsBeautiful Refurbishment but Missing Pieces at the Fiji MuseumI recently visited the Fiji Museum during my holiday and had a wonderful experience overall. Here’s a comprehensive review of my visit: Positives: Beautiful Refurbishment: The museum has undergone a stunning refurbishment, making it a delight to explore. The updated interiors are both aesthetically pleasing and conducive to learning. 'Voyages' Exhibition: The addition of the 'Voyages' exhibition is a highlight. It provides fascinating insights into the seafaring history of Fiji and the Pacific Islands. The exhibits are well-curated, informative, and engaging, offering a deep dive into the maritime heritage of the region. Negatives: Missing Collection Pieces: Unfortunately, some of the collection was missing during my visit. It was disappointing not to see certain artifacts that I had hoped to view. Closed Areas: Several areas of the museum were not open, which I assume are still awaiting work. It would have been nice to have access to the entire museum, but it’s understandable given the ongoing refurbishment efforts. Overall Impression: Despite the few negatives, my visit to the Fiji Museum was enjoyable and educational. The new exhibitions and refurbishments have significantly enhanced the visitor experience. I look forward to returning once all areas are open and the full collection is back on displayVisited July 2024Traveled with familyWritten July 29, 2024
- Kim S34 contributionsModern and interestingWe enjoyed our visit. Some of the photos we’d seen look old but the museum looked very new, clean and modern. Nice displays and interesting facts. We stayed for about 30 mins. That was long enough to have a wonder through with my 5yr old twins.Visited August 2024Traveled with familyWritten August 10, 2024
- Mandy MAuckland, New Zealand30 contributionsFiji museum self guidedWell worth a visit and if you are a senior ask for the concession price. If visiting as part of a cruise then the museum is within an easy walk of where the boat docks - just follow the waterfront path and where it goes inland follow main road past the sports ground and you are there. Level walk. You do not need taxi or tour.Visited August 2024Traveled with familyWritten September 17, 2024
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Kai C
Half Moon Bay, CA1,360 contributions
Mar 2023
A small museum consisting of one room showcasing Oceanic cultural artefacts and an adjacent desi (Indian) exhibit. The native Fijian and Kiribatian objects were top notch rarities, as is the boat the occupies the centerpiece of the main room. Overall, however, it is disappointing that a nation with such a rich history, composed of so many anthropological flavors, could not muster a more comprehensive, up-to-date exhibition. DNA has told us a lot of Austraonesian, Polynesian, Melanesian migrations; there is so much information about the social-political organization of local clans and their customs; the museum avoids the effort through a few anecdotes. Much more could also be done with the garden, which occupies prime real estate in Suva.
Written March 3, 2023
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Sandra T
Australia32 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
A great little museum I liked that there was an emphasis on thanking care of the ocean for future generations. The journey theme was effective as a way to understand the history of the people who live in Fiji now.
I learnt a lot.
I learnt a lot.
Written July 24, 2023
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Peter L
Brisbane, Australia90 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Please be aware that the Museum has been closed for a refurbishment now for well over 3 years. The coffee shop is open, everything else is shut, the locals know but it is not advertised as being no longer open, even its website gives its opening hours. I organised a driver and car specially to show them the museum as well as my old house in Suva. Museum closed and the road to the house closed both ways.
Written September 11, 2022
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Ruci T
Suva, Fiji80 contributions
Oct 2021
A cultural sight to be explored. Our museum is not always crowded but we prided in our ýau ni vanua'exhibited there.
The Suva Botanical Garden offers a cool, safe and serene picnic atmosphere.
The Suva Botanical Garden offers a cool, safe and serene picnic atmosphere.
Written March 18, 2022
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Shannon
Melbourne, Australia1,158 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
For a country with alot of recorded history this museum does a terrible job at showing it. More of a exhibition gallery than a museum, with the random items, games & plastic fashion displays. Attached Souvenir shop was okay. Only worth the visit because it's really rare to see any Fijian artifact anywhere else. $5 current entry fee.
Written January 31, 2023
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Graeme M
Sydney, Australia44 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Do not miss a visit to this interesting Museum. It highlights the pacific area with particular reference to Fiji. The current exhibit "Voyages" stories of an Ocean people is a must see. Set in the Botanic gardens with a cafe makes for a relaxing visit.
Written October 3, 2023
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Nina
Sydney, Australia3 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
I recently visited the Fiji Museum during my holiday and had a wonderful experience overall. Here’s a comprehensive review of my visit:
Positives:
Beautiful Refurbishment: The museum has undergone a stunning refurbishment, making it a delight to explore. The updated interiors are both aesthetically pleasing and conducive to learning.
'Voyages' Exhibition: The addition of the 'Voyages' exhibition is a highlight. It provides fascinating insights into the seafaring history of Fiji and the Pacific Islands. The exhibits are well-curated, informative, and engaging, offering a deep dive into the maritime heritage of the region.
Negatives:
Missing Collection Pieces: Unfortunately, some of the collection was missing during my visit. It was disappointing not to see certain artifacts that I had hoped to view.
Closed Areas: Several areas of the museum were not open, which I assume are still awaiting work. It would have been nice to have access to the entire museum, but it’s understandable given the ongoing refurbishment efforts.
Overall Impression:
Despite the few negatives, my visit to the Fiji Museum was enjoyable and educational. The new exhibitions and refurbishments have significantly enhanced the visitor experience. I look forward to returning once all areas are open and the full collection is back on display
Positives:
Beautiful Refurbishment: The museum has undergone a stunning refurbishment, making it a delight to explore. The updated interiors are both aesthetically pleasing and conducive to learning.
'Voyages' Exhibition: The addition of the 'Voyages' exhibition is a highlight. It provides fascinating insights into the seafaring history of Fiji and the Pacific Islands. The exhibits are well-curated, informative, and engaging, offering a deep dive into the maritime heritage of the region.
Negatives:
Missing Collection Pieces: Unfortunately, some of the collection was missing during my visit. It was disappointing not to see certain artifacts that I had hoped to view.
Closed Areas: Several areas of the museum were not open, which I assume are still awaiting work. It would have been nice to have access to the entire museum, but it’s understandable given the ongoing refurbishment efforts.
Overall Impression:
Despite the few negatives, my visit to the Fiji Museum was enjoyable and educational. The new exhibitions and refurbishments have significantly enhanced the visitor experience. I look forward to returning once all areas are open and the full collection is back on display
Written July 29, 2024
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Art and Food Lover
428 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
This museum helps you to understand the history and demographics of Fiji. This is a small but interesting museum. You will gain insight into it's indigenous people as well as understand why Fiji had such a large Indian population, to the extent that the 3 languages spoken in Fiji are Fijian, English and Hindi. If you want to bring home a conversation piece, go to the git shop and get a cannibal fork.
Written March 8, 2023
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Mandy M
Auckland, New Zealand30 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
Well worth a visit and if you are a senior ask for the concession price. If visiting as part of a cruise then the museum is within an easy walk of where the boat docks - just follow the waterfront path and where it goes inland follow main road past the sports ground and you are there. Level walk. You do not need taxi or tour.
Written September 17, 2024
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Kim S
34 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
We enjoyed our visit. Some of the photos we’d seen look old but the museum looked very new, clean and modern. Nice displays and interesting facts.
We stayed for about 30 mins. That was long enough to have a wonder through with my 5yr old twins.
We stayed for about 30 mins. That was long enough to have a wonder through with my 5yr old twins.
Written August 10, 2024
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Getting confused with what is available whilst visiting Vita Levu....would like to do a tour to see as much as we can on the day whilst in port, definitely do not want to waste time seeing lagoons and waterfalls. Someone suggested we hire a taxi and haggle over price and maybe miss out on info or perhaps just do the self guided walk around town? We are due there on 29th April.
Written March 12, 2018
We invite you visit the Fiji Museum in the capital city, Suva to learn Fiji's rich culture and heritage of Fiji.Fiji is a multicultural society and it has a diverse culture which you will witness as you go through the different galleries.You can spend about an hour to look through different galleries.You will be fascinated with the Natural History gallery which has collections of Endemic Species in Fiji.Their is also a gift shop as well strategically located to help visitors choose a Fijian souvenir of your interest.You will find some replicas/miniature models of some of the artefacts from the gallery also sold in that Fiji Museum giftshop.A cafe outside on the deck to enjoy some of the fantastic cakes and smoothies / cappicino after the tour in the museum galleries. Admission Fee is $10FJD per person and please ask for a guide at the counter if you need one.Tipping is not compulsory.Hope you enjoy your tour at the Fiji Museum located at the Thurston Garden,Suva Fiji.
Written April 18, 2018
How far is it from the cruise ship port in Fiji to the museum? Wondering whether to walk or take a taxi. If the latter, what is a fair price to pay?
Written February 10, 2018
You most certainly can walk about 10 mn, it’s right across the Grand Pacific but a cab should take you there for less than 10 $
Written February 19, 2018
Yes, you can take pictures in the Fiji Museum
Written August 23, 2017
Hello. My daughter would like to find out more about Fijian art (particularly tapa-based) but we are only in Suva for one day (Monday 2 January) as we will be on a cruise. I wanted to make sure the museum is open and was wondering if there is a guide who could give her some information about your displays? Thank you.
Written December 20, 2016
Yes there is a guide employed by the Museum who will guide you in everything you need to know
Written January 1, 2017
I did not pay anything, no ticket.
The best is a metered taxi.
Cafeteria on site!
Written March 16, 2016
Is the Fiji Museum open on Sundays? Lonely planet says it's only open M-F. Please advise as soon as possible. No website for Fiji Museum.
Written March 15, 2016
I'm sorry I don't know the opening days or times but the Holiday Inn Hotel in Fiji Suva is not very far from the museum. If there is a way you can contact them? Im sure they would know. Sorry thats all I can suggest
Written March 16, 2016
I would like to know what town it is in and what are the major towns villages in Fiji please
Written February 19, 2015
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