Things to do in Tahiti

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Tahiti showing general coastal views and boating as well as an individual female

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1. Papeete Market

The oldest attraction on the island, Papeete Market, sits in the heart of French Polynesia’s capital city, just a short walk from the bay. It is a colorful and stimulating place with an array of food and keepsakes. Find hats, necklaces, fruit, vegetables and traditional souvenirs with a Tahitian theme lining the shelves of the modern complex that holds the market. Bright, decorative banners and streamers help to create a festive atmosphere among the inexpensive items for sale.

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Papeete Market showing fashion and markets

2. Jardins de Paofai

The Jardins de Paofai are among the most beautiful spots in all of Papeete. Leave behind the hustle and bustle of this Pacific island city and wander through the pretty gardens which stretch all along the waterfront. It is a delightful place to while away a couple of hours and get to know indigenous flora from all over French Polynesia.

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Papeete featuring a park and a river or creek

3. Robert Wan Pearl Museum

The Black Pearl Museum houses the largest Tahitian pearl in the world and is one of the only institutions in the world entirely devoted to pearls. The rare black pearl remains as exceptional today as in the fabled pirate tales and mythology. Enjoy the air of mysticism surrounding this Tahiti museum, where the cultural importance of pearls is explained through storytelling, history exhibits and works of art.

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Black Pearl Museum showing interior views

4. Papeete Town Hall

The standout building in French Polynesia’s capital city is the architectural wonder of Papeete Town Hall. This magnificent structure was built as a replica of a former royal palace. Its bright yellow façade, white columns, red roof and scenic gardens perfectly embody the French colonial style that can be seen throughout Tahiti. Notice its red-and-white clock tower, an iconic symbol that hovers over the city.

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Papeete Town Hall featuring an administrative building

5. Pointe Venus Lighthouse

Point Venus Lighthouse is among the most iconic landmarks on the island of Tahiti. The elegant white structure is built on the spot where Captain Cook set up an observatory to examine the planet Venus. Capture photos of the tall, white structure, which is surrounded by palm trees and the Matavai Bay.

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Pointe Venus Lighthouse which includes a sunset and a monument

6. Museum of Tahiti and the Islands

The Museum of Tahiti is a fascinating institution that describes the history of Tahiti and the other 118 islands of French Polynesia. Learn about the customs and traditions of this intriguing part of the world. Admire the spectacular scenery of the two lagoons and the ocean that border this museum and its picturesque gardens.

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Popular places to visit

Papeete Market

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Divine aromas, delightful tastes and a sea of color stir the senses in this traditional marketplace full of exotic fruit, tropical fish and handmade artifacts.

Jardins de Paofai

Enjoy the serenity and beauty of these botanical gardens in the heart of Papeete as you take advantage of the leisure and sporting facilities.

Black Pearl Museum which includes fashion

Robert Wan Pearl Museum

4/5(1 review)

One of the largest pearls ever found is displayed in this museum which is entirely dedicated to the mystical gems.

Papeete Town Hall

5/5(1 review)

This inspiring structure is the city’s preeminent architectural triumph with its bright colonial features, picturesque grounds and iconic clock tower.

Pointe Venus Lighthouse

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy panoramic views of the ocean and learn about the intriguing history behind this unusual-shaped lighthouse and its historic location.

Museum of Tahiti and the Islands

Examine the engravings from adventurer James Cook’s journal and see costumes and tools used by the indigenous French Polynesian peoples.

Black Sand Beach featuring general coastal views as well as a family

Point Venus Black Sand Beach

5/5(1 review)

Marvel at the shiny pebbles and sand of this black beach and snap photos of the elegant lighthouse on a historic location.

Cathedrale de L\'lmmaculee Conception featuring religious elements and a church or cathedral

Notre Dame Cathedral

Explore a red-and-yellow cathedral, which is the oldest Catholic church in Tahiti and serves as a symbol of French colonial presence from the 1800s.

The Water Gardens of Vaipahi

Bathe in a lagoon at the end of a waterfall and choose from the trails that meander through this scenic park.

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