Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Papeete September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Papeete Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Papeete.dx2865)[Hotels in Papeete](https://expedia.co.uk/Papeete-Hotels.d2865.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Papeete](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Papeete.d2865.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Papeete Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Papeete.d2865.Car-Hire-Guide)[Papeete Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Papeete.d2865.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Papeete ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Papeete Types of activities [Papeete travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Papeete.dx2865) ![Papeete](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/495000/495461-papeete.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Papeete Town Hall showing a garden and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65650-Tahiti.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Papeete Market featuring interior views and markets as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/230000/230562-Tahiti.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Papeete Market featuring flowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/230000/230305-Society-Islands.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Papeete which includes cruising, a bay or harbour and kayaking or canoeing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/230000/230620-Tahiti.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Papeete Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Papeete has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Papeete, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Papeete with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Papeete Papeete is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Papeete, and make it a breeze to explore Papeete and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Papeete to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Papeete, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Papeete. #### Papeete attractions Papeete has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Papeete to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Papeete. Looking for things to do in Papeete can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Papeete or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Papeete attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! * * * Explore thousands of activities with **free cancellation and no added fees**. Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more. Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Papeete ### Tours & day trips [See all 49 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![4x4 Safari Tour in the Heart of Tahiti Waterfall Authentic Nature](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50081365/41f47c1a-f976-4596-b883-c987dd707e74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4x4 Safari Tour in the Heart of Tahiti Waterfall Authentic Nature 8h Free cancellation available £102 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4x4-safari-tour-in-the-heart-of-tahiti-waterfall-authentic-nature.a50081365.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![5 Hours Tahiti Island Tour - West and East Coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1662572/b978838e-d606-41e2-824d-f0a8072d5f99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 5 Hours Tahiti Island Tour - West and East Coast 5h 10/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available £58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-tour-8-00am-or-01-00pm.a1662572.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![4.5h Shared Circle Island Tour of Tahiti Nui by Lydia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49573596/eaeca2a3-2e3c-4f28-9a37-3b709b73b92c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4.5h Shared Circle Island Tour of Tahiti Nui by Lydia 4h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £85 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-5h-shared-circle-island-tour-of-tahiti-nui-by-lydia.a49573596.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour - Reef Adventure with Turtles, Rays and Sharks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5210578/ba6241de-8321-4ea3-9c07-28df96af04f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour - Reef Adventure with Turtles, Rays and Sharks 2h Free cancellation available £80 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sea-scooter-snorkel-tour-reef-adventure-with-turtles-rays-and-sharks.a5210578.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour - Lagoon Discovery : Wrecks, Coral Gardens and Tro...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5199636/df3cdb05-4b86-4429-b2f7-18bdbfadb6ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour - Lagoon Discovery : Wrecks, Coral Gardens and Tro... 2h Free cancellation available £80 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sea-scooter-snorkel-tour-lagoon-discovery-wrecks-coral-gardens-and-tropical-fishies.a5199636.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour - Guided Ocean Safari + Reef and Lagoon Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5199835/efad5eb5-a6cc-4707-b23a-2706e02bd3b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour - Guided Ocean Safari + Reef and Lagoon Adventure 4h Free cancellation available £124 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sea-scooter-snorkel-tour-guided-ocean-safari-reef-and-lagoon-adventure.a5199835.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Half-Day Sailing Trip on the Lagoon of Tahiti Comments](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49329494/e6b81bfa-0ced-45ec-8d70-f3011fa86dd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Sailing Trip on the Lagoon of Tahiti Comments 3h 45m 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-sailing-tour-on-the-lagoon-of-tahiti.a49329494.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Découvrez le Mana durant la traversée de Tahiti en 4x4 Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46297874/1ee051a4-b6c0-4385-b500-fe974a1826d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Découvrez le Mana durant la traversée de Tahiti en 4x4 Safari 8h 1m 8.8/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available £99 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-tahitis-mana-during-safari-crossing-island-tour.a46297874.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Sunset sailing trip on the Lagoon of Tahiti](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49329359/f22dd86b-2ee8-47be-aea8-9099e7ea8c1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunset sailing trip on the Lagoon of Tahiti 2h 30m Free cancellation available £93 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunrise-or-sunset-tour-on-the-tahiti-lagoon.a49329359.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Discovering the emblematic sites of Tahiti](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46382934/ab4c5d2d-2325-4e00-a33c-3662dcd8bc67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discovering the emblematic sites of Tahiti 4h 10/10 1 review £216 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discovering-the-emblematic-sites-of-tahiti.a46382934.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 25 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Discovering the emblematic sites of Tahiti](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46382934/ab4c5d2d-2325-4e00-a33c-3662dcd8bc67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discovering the emblematic sites of Tahiti 4h 10/10 1 review £216 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discovering-the-emblematic-sites-of-tahiti.a46382934.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Papeete Market Place](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46987400/536598c9-22af-4105-94fa-6a861adaf5e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papeete Market Place 3h £147 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-market-place.a46987400.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Papeete and Tahiti Historical and Cultural Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47477610/5f9dda5e-fa81-481b-9c93-35be55b36bd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papeete and Tahiti Historical and Cultural Tour 3h Free cancellation available £99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-and-tahiti-historical-and-cultural-tour.a47477610.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tahiti Lagoon Vaimareva Private Boat cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46511318/65cf8457-1f89-4eab-83e1-a5533b578354.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti Lagoon Vaimareva Private Boat cruise 3h 30m Free cancellation available £311 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/vaimareva-private-boat-tour-tahiti.a46511318.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tour of the island and Peninsula WITH Paragliding and Taxi Boat (Teahupoo)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2705961/f4ec86df-88c3-4856-b557-c0f3efa0b1c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour of the island and Peninsula WITH Paragliding and Taxi Boat (Teahupoo) 8h Free cancellation available £1,250 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wedding-in-papeete-tahiti.a2705961.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Private Island Tour ( 5 HOURS)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1243641/ac7aeb9e-beb6-413a-9b72-a989ff82da9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Island Tour ( 5 HOURS) 5h Free cancellation available £265 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-island-tour.a1243641.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Private Half Day Sailing Excursion on the Lagoon of Tahiti](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49346498/0960a219-5411-4a08-ba6b-16c9a9bb8064.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Half Day Sailing Excursion on the Lagoon of Tahiti 3h 45m Free cancellation available £362 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-half-day-excursion-on-the-lagoon-of-tahiti.a49346498.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tahiti: Full Day Island Tour with Paragliding](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4443481/6228bfe7-f072-47a1-a1d9-6673093f21fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti: Full Day Island Tour with Paragliding 8h Free cancellation available £1,103 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-cocktail-and-black-sand-beach.a4443481.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Moorea Highlights Private Tour: Natural and Cultural Attraction](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49162576/5ebdba0b-cb0f-4dd0-a9ad-c1b153b4dd94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Moorea Highlights Private Tour: Natural and Cultural Attraction 6h Free cancellation available £698 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/moorea-highlights-private-tour-natural-and-cultural-attraction.a49162576.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Private full day tour around Tahiti: the island's nature wonders](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46025139/f49d94dd-c3cc-49fc-913f-b827bb348712.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private full day tour around Tahiti: the island's nature wonders 8h Free cancellation available £617 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-full-day-tour-around-tahiti-the-islands-nature-wonders.a46025139.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Tahiti: Unique Tahiti West Coast Full Day Tour to Teahupoo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48946457/84502107-2a38-490c-a5ea-212c5b3adfe4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti: Unique Tahiti West Coast Full Day Tour to Teahupoo 8h Free cancellation available £190 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tahiti-unique-west-coast-full-day-tour-to-teahupoo.a48946457.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Roulotte Food Tahiti Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46989865/0161559b-1c2f-49b9-97d6-3d5aa042e4f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Roulotte Food Tahiti Private Tour 2h £156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/roulotte-food-tahiti-private-tour.a46989865.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Papeete tour: meeting and discovery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49068085/b7190e93-727e-4760-8160-583282448360.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papeete tour: meeting and discovery 3h Free cancellation available £108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-tour-meeting-and-discovery.a49068085.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ### Air, helicopter & balloon tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&filter.categories=AirHelicopterBalloonTours) ![Tour of the island and Peninsula WITH Paragliding and Taxi Boat (Teahupoo)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2705961/f4ec86df-88c3-4856-b557-c0f3efa0b1c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour of the island and Peninsula WITH Paragliding and Taxi Boat (Teahupoo) 8h Free cancellation available £1,250 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wedding-in-papeete-tahiti.a2705961.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tahiti: Full Day Island Tour with Paragliding](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4443481/6228bfe7-f072-47a1-a1d9-6673093f21fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti: Full Day Island Tour with Paragliding 8h Free cancellation available £1,103 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-cocktail-and-black-sand-beach.a4443481.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tahiti: Full Day Tour with Taxi Boat (Teahupoo)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4227865/20a246b6-2747-4744-9e84-78d5e604ff06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti: Full Day Tour with Taxi Boat (Teahupoo) 8h Free cancellation available £882 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tahiti-island-tour-7-hours-day.a4227865.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Papeete | Number of things to do | 53 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Papeete Walking Tour - Tahiti](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-walking-tour.a1699425.activity-details): £44 | | Top 5 things to do | - [4x4 Safari Tour in the Heart of Tahiti Waterfall Authentic Nature](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4x4-safari-tour-in-the-heart-of-tahiti-waterfall-authentic-nature.a50081365.activity-details) - [4.5h Shared Circle Island Tour of Tahiti Nui by Lydia](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-5h-shared-circle-island-tour-of-tahiti-nui-by-lydia.a49573596.activity-details) - [Découvrez le Mana durant la traversée de Tahiti en 4x4 Safari](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-tahitis-mana-during-safari-crossing-island-tour.a46297874.activity-details) - [Papeete Market Place](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-market-place.a46987400.activity-details) - [Papeete Walking Tour - Tahiti](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-walking-tour.a1699425.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Papeete Market Place](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-market-place.a46987400.activity-details) - [Papeete Walking Tour - Tahiti](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-walking-tour.a1699425.activity-details) - [Papeete and Tahiti Historical and Cultural Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-and-tahiti-historical-and-cultural-tour.a47477610.activity-details) - [Massage service, wellness & well-being, relaxation](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/massage-service-wellness-well-being-relaxation.a2701583.activity-details) - [Papeete cultural and historic walking tour at night](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-historic-walking-tour-at-night.a49670483.activity-details) | | With kids | - [4.5h Shared Circle Island Tour of Tahiti Nui by Lydia](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-5h-shared-circle-island-tour-of-tahiti-nui-by-lydia.a49573596.activity-details) - [Découvrez le Mana durant la traversée de Tahiti en 4x4 Safari](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-tahitis-mana-during-safari-crossing-island-tour.a46297874.activity-details) - [Papeete Walking Tour - Tahiti](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-walking-tour.a1699425.activity-details) - [Tahiti island: Whale watching Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tahiti-island-whale-watching-experience.a47886282.activity-details) - [Papeete and Tahiti Historical and Cultural Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-and-tahiti-historical-and-cultural-tour.a47477610.activity-details) | ## What to do in Papeete * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Papeete Market which includes markets and food](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65651-Tahiti.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Papeete Market 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Papeete-Market-Papeete.d502992.Attraction) ![Papeete Town Hall which includes an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65745-Papeete-Town-Hall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Papeete Town Hall This inspiring structure is the city’s preeminent architectural triumph with its bright colonial features, picturesque grounds and iconic clock tower. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Papeete-Town-Hall-Papeete.d6108616.Attraction) ![Black Pearl Museum showing fashion](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65717-Black-Pearl-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Robert Wan Pearl Museum One of the largest pearls ever found is displayed in this museum which is entirely dedicated to the mystical gems. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Robert-Wan-Pearl-Museum-Papeete.d6108612.Attraction) ![Papeete featuring a park and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/231000/231047-P---Fa-I-Gardens.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jardins-De-Paofai-Papeete.d553248621526965307.Attraction) ![Cathedrale de L\'lmmaculee Conception featuring religious elements and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65691-Cathedrale-De-Llmmaculee-Conception.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cathedrale-De-Llmmaculee-Conception-Windward-Islands.d6108614.Attraction) ![Place Jacques Chirac which includes general coastal views and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65748-Place-Jacques-Chirac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Place-Jacques-Chirac-Papeete.d6108620.Attraction) ![Parc Bougainville showing a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65723-Parc-Bougainville.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parc Bougainville This tropical park is home to exotic flora and an historic statue. It is an ideal spot for a picnic in the shade of a banyan tree. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Parc-Bougainville-Papeete.d6108618.Attraction) #### Port de Papeete Explore the waterfront in Papeete with a trip to Port de Papeete. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-De-Papeete-Papeete.d553248635146342008.Attraction) #### Papeete Ferry Terminal Explore the waterfront in Papeete with a trip to Papeete Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Papeete-Ferry-Terminal-Papeete.d886198837681823744.Attraction) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Papeete ![Photo by Marixa Schroeder](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3ec372538bbfa7e8a24073acf8d2278c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pirae [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pirae.dx180198) ![Photo by Life Outside the Box](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4133021aba2266af2f789e2a9a4c56c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Faaa [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faaa.dx180208) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Papeete worth visiting? > One of the most popular things to do in Papeete is visit Plage Toaroto. Tick this leading attraction off your list, then discover more of the area's markets and nature. ### How do I spend a day in Papeete? > When you've checked off popular attractions like Plage Toaroto and Fautaua Waterfall, spend the rest of your day enjoying the retail and food options in Papeete. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Papeete? > The top tourist attraction in Papeete is Plage Toaroto, so don't forget to include it on your sightseeing agenda. ### Is three days enough to stay in Papeete? > You can easily tick off top attractions like Fautaua Waterfall, Fautaua Waterfall and Plage Lafayette with a three-day getaway in Papeete. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stick around longer and head to Faaa. ### Is Papeete a walkable city? > With top attractions like Jardins de Paofai in the area, Papeete is every bit a place to explore on foot. Want to discover some exciting neighbourhoods within walking distance of the city centre? Pā'ōfa'i is around 2 kms (1 mile) away. ### What are some activities to do in Papeete with kids? > If you are after activities and sights for all of your group, take a look at these fantastic ideas for what to do in Papeete with kids. > > > > - [4.5h Shared Circle Island Tour of Tahiti Nui by Lydia](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-5h-shared-circle-island-tour-of-tahiti-nui-by-lydia.a49573596.activity-details) > - [Découvrez le Mana durant la traversée de Tahiti en 4x4 Safari](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-tahitis-mana-during-safari-crossing-island-tour.a46297874.activity-details) > - [Papeete Walking Tour - Tahiti](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-walking-tour.a1699425.activity-details) > - [Tahiti island: Whale watching Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tahiti-island-whale-watching-experience.a47886282.activity-details) > - [Papeete and Tahiti Historical and Cultural Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/papeete-and-tahiti-historical-and-cultural-tour.a47477610.activity-details) ### What to do in Papeete for adults? > Place Vaiete and Musee de la Perle Robert WAN - The Robert WAN Pearl Museum are just a few of the things to do in Papeete. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore. ### Are there free things to do in Papeete? > One of the simplest ways to discover free things to do in Papeete is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other attractions you can enjoy without reaching into your pocket. 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