Solo Travel in Pétion-Ville

One of Haiti's most respected art galleries, run by the Monnin family for decades, showing Haitian painting and sculpture from naïve and 'primitive' masters to contemporary artists. It's an excellent introduction to the country's rich art scene, and works can be bought and shipped. Governments advise against all travel to Haiti and gang violence has reached parts of Pétion-Ville — check current advisories before any visit.

📍Rue Lamarre, Pétion-Ville, Haiti

A long-established upscale restaurant in Pétion-Ville serving refined French cooking with Haitian accents, in a house with stone archways, a garden and a lit pool. It has long been a favourite of Haiti's business community and NGO workers for special dinners; expect high prices and impeccable service. Governments advise against all travel to Haiti and gang violence has reached parts of Pétion-Ville — check current advisories before any visit.

📍Pétion-Ville, Haiti

A leafy public square in the heart of Pétion-Ville, the hillside district above Port-au-Prince, surrounded by cafés, restaurants and galleries, with vendors selling paintings and crafts. Historically it's been a pleasant place to sit and people-watch. Governments advise against all travel to Haiti and gang violence has reached parts of Pétion-Ville — check current advisories before any visit.

📍Place Boyer, Pétion-Ville, Haiti