Port Vila is the capital city of Vanuatu. Situated on the south coast of the island of Efate, in Shefa Province, the city has a population of about 30,000, or around 65% of the province's population. Port Vila is the economic and commercial centre of Vanuatu. Port Vila is Vanuatu's most important harbour and the centre of the country's trade. The international airport, Bauerfield International is also located in the city.

The Popualtion of Port Vila is around 30,000. The population is predominantely Melanesian, with small Polynesian, Asian and European populations, namely French and British. In Port Vila Bislama is spoken by all the population as the day-to-day language. In addition English and French are also widespread. Other Indigenous languages are also spoken in the city.

Christianity is the predominant religion across all of Vanuatu, followed by more than 90% of the population. The largest denomination is the Presbyterian Church, followed by one third of the population. Roman Catholicism and the Church of England are also common, each about 15%. Port Vila has a tropical climate, with a Dry season and a hot, Wet season. Rainfall averages about 2,360 millimetres (94 in.) per year. The area also has South-East trade winds.