Point Cruz Business District

Point Cruz is the central business district (CBD) and financial heart of Honiara, located on the northern shore of Guadalcanal. This high-density area serves as the seat of government for the Solomon Islands, hosting the Prime Minister's Office, various ministries, foreign diplomatic missions, and the Central Bank. Geographically, Point Cruz is defined by a small peninsula that shelters the main wharf, making it the nation's premier logistics hub. Historically, the site is named after the wooden cross erected by Spanish explorer Álvaro de Mendaña in 1568. During the 1942 Battle of Guadalcanal, it was a site of intense combat between Japanese and Allied forces before becoming the foundation of the post-war capital. Today, Point Cruz is the most urbanized part of the country, featuring commercial plazas, international hotels, and the busy central market. It remains the primary destination for commerce and national administration, though it faces ongoing challenges related to traffic management and coastal urbanization.

Nearby cities

Honiara

The capital of the Solomon Islands is located on the north coast of Guadalcanal.

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Kokumbona

A former village west of Honiara that served as the headquarters for the Japanese 17th Army during the Guadalcanal campaign.

Lungga

Lungga is an industrial and residential settlement on the eastern edge of Honiara, located by the river of the same name.

Auki Market Center

Auki is the economic center of Malaita Province.

Auki

Auki is the capital of Malaita Province and one of the largest towns in the country.

Buala

Buala is the capital of Isabel Province, located on the Maringe Lagoon.

A-Tulagi

The surrounding area of Tulagi includes several small island settlements in the Central Province.

Tulagi

Tulagi was the former capital of the British Protectorate and is now the capital of the Central Province.

Tulagi Island

The former capital of the British Solomon Islands Protectorate.

History & landmarks

Honiara City Council

The city council's administrative building is the hub of Honiara's local government.

Point Cruz Yacht Club

The Yacht Club is a social landmark of Honiara located at the harbor.

All Saints School, Honiara

This historic school is closely linked to the Anglican Church.

Point Cruz

A small peninsula in central Honiara.

Honiara Central Market

Honiara's bustling marketplace located at the historic Point Cruz area, serving as the economic heart of the city.

National Parliament Library

The library is part of the parliament complex and houses key national documents.

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Solomon Islands Parliament Building

The distinctive cone-shaped building in Honiara was completed in 1993 with US assistance.

Mbokonavera Market

This local market in a residential area of Honiara is an authentic landmark of daily life.

More places

Yacht Club Pier

The Yacht Club pier is a well-known landmark in Point Cruz harbor.

Point Cruz Plaque

This commemorative plaque at the Yacht Club marks the historical significance of Point Cruz during the naval battles of 1942.

Honiara Port

This is the primary international maritime port of the Solomon Islands at Point Cruz.

Mendaña Monument

A monument in Honiara commemorating the arrival of Spanish navigator Alvaro de Mendaña in 1568.

All Saints Church, Honiara

The Anglican church in the city center is a significant religious gathering place.

Heritage Park Honiara

Heritage Park is a central landmark in Honiara, blending modern hotel architecture with a site of historical importance.

Bishop Brosnahan Memorial

This memorial honors the first Catholic Bishop of Honiara.

Honiara Cenotaph

The central war memorial in Honiara, honoring the fallen of all wars, with a focus on Solomon Islander soldiers and scouts.