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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 which includes markets and food

2. Point Venus Black Sand Beach

Black Sand Beach (Plage de la Pointe Venus) is an extraordinary black beach created by volcanic eruptions. It has a historic lighthouse and is a popular place for sailing. Come to this otherworldly beach with your family and friends to relax and work on your tan.

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

3. 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 which includes an administrative building

4. 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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5. 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

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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Museum of Tahiti featuring interior views

7. Place Jacques Chirac

Overlooking Papeete harbor is the picturesque park, Place du 2 Juillet (2nd of July Square), a lush green space known for its sculptures, vegetation and political symbolism. The date in the park’s name commemorates the first nuclear tests carried out in the South Pacific and the park acts as a protest against French Polynesia’s nuclear activity. See carvings that pay tribute to Tahiti’s turbulent past and victims of nuclear catastrophes worldwide. Attend official memorial services and enjoy a clear vista of the bay.

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Place Jacques Chirac which includes general coastal views and a park

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.

Moorea Tropical Garden

5/5(1 review)

Get your fix of delicious sweet treats, freshly squeezed juices and homemade jams at this idyllic little farming estate overlooking the lagoon of Opunohu Bay.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Place Jacques Chirac

This park conveys a profound political statement in protest and memorial of the nuclear tests carried out over a period of 30 years in French Polynesia.

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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