Suva and Nausori Airport Car Hire

Quick summary: Car hire in Suva, Fiji’s capital, or at Nausori Airport, about 30 minutes from the city, suits travellers based on Viti Levu’s east side. Suva is more city than beach resort, with the Fiji Museum, Thurston Gardens and Colo-i-Suva Forest Park nearby, and the beaches of the Coral Coast are a drive west. Nadi is a few hours away by road, making a one-way trip across the island an option.

At a glance
Nausori Airport	About 30 minutes from Suva
Suva	Capital city on a peninsula
Nearby	Fiji Museum, Thurston Gardens, Colo-i-Suva
To Nadi	A few hours via the Queens Road
Parking	Pay-and-display meters in the city
Tours	Navua River tours

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What can you see around Suva?

Sight	Why go
Fiji Museum	Archaeology and island history in Thurston Gardens
Colo-i-Suva Forest Park	Rainforest walks and swimming holes
Navua River	River trips into the highlands
Pacific Harbour	Diving, ziplining and adventure

How does parking work in Suva?

Pay-and-display meters operate during business hours and have time limits, and they only accept Fijian coins. Check the signs before you leave the car.

What driving tips apply around Suva?

Avoid driving outside the city at night, as roads are poorly lit. Steer around deep puddles, which may hide potholes, and use a hands-free kit for your phone.

Can you drive from Suva to Nadi?

Yes, along the Queens Road and the Coral Coast. One-way hire may be available with some companies. See Coral Coast by car.

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