Tahiti

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As the main island of French Polynesia, Tahiti is famous for its stunning beauty, with mountains, jungles and reefs, and a lively but chic island culture.

Sunny Tahiti is called the Queen of the Pacific because it's the main island of French Polynesia and the largest of its 118 archipelagos in the South Pacific. Its main city, Papeete, is the beating heart of the island and also the capital of French Polynesia, which is an overseas territory of France.

Tahiti Nui is the populated northwestern region of the island. Many visitors get around this region by taking a ride from a friendly local, but it’s also easy to rent a car and travel the coastal freeway. The southeastern section of the island is called Tahiti Iti and is only accessible by boat or on foot.

Learn about the history of the famous South Pacific black pearls at the Pearl Museum in Papeete, or go jewelry shopping at Quartier du Commerce. Find tropical fruits and handicrafts at Marché Municipal.

Tahitian cuisine mixes flavors from France and the South Pacific. Nothing comes cheap on the island, but downtown you’ll find some of the best local dishes at roulottes, the food trucks, for a few francs. Try the poisson cru, fish cured in lime juice and coconut milk, and then visit waterfront bars or attend the Les Ateliers “Te Oro” dance workshops.

See more of Tahiti’s natural charm with a hike through tropical forests to Mont Aorai, or join a jeep safari  to Mont Marau. Watch waterfalls in the Faarumai Valley. Go to Paea to visit Marae Arahurahu, an ancient Polynesian temple, which hosts the Heiva I Tahiti festival in July.  

In Punaauia, about 10 miles (16 kilometers) west of Papeete, visit the Museum of Tahiti and Her Islands to learn about the local history and see views of Moorea Island. Mataiea, 32 miles (51 kilometers) west of Papeete, is home to the Botanical Gardens with tropical plants from all over the world.

Go scuba diving or snorkeling in the clear waters around Punaauia and Papeete. If you want to stay dry while seeing the local marine life, visit the Lagoonarium. Surf is up at Teahupo’o, home to a world-famous reef break and whales from July to October.

Visitors can arrive in Tahiti via Papeete's International Airport, 4.5 miles (7 kilometers) to the southwest of the city. Flying to Tahiti requires you to first fly to Los Angeles, Honolulu or a major hub in Europe, New Zealand, South America or Northern Asia.

Hilton Hotel Tahiti
Hilton Hotel Tahiti
4 out of 5
BP 60, Faaa, Windward Islands
The price is NT$9,460 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
NT$9,460
NT$11,347 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faaa. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (652 reviews)
"We stay at lots of properties in Tahiti and this is beautiful, very clean, friendly, and calm feeling with the most beautiful pool in Fr Polynesia. Good food. A bit pricier than others but worth every extra XPF!!! Will be back for our 3rd stay very soon. Thank you!!!"

Reviewed on 2024/11/10

Hilton Hotel Tahiti
Te Moana Tahiti Resort
Te Moana Tahiti Resort
4 out of 5
BP 2851 Punavai, Punaauia, Tahiti
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Punaauia. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"We stayed 3 nights. We upgraded our room to the 1 bedroom suite lagoon view. The room is large with kitchen and balcony facing the sea. The view is beautiful. The breakfast buffet has all varieties of food. The swimming pool is very nice and good for snorkeling and water activities. We enjoyed our ..."

Reviewed on 2024/11/21

Te Moana Tahiti Resort
InterContinental Resort Tahiti, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Resort Tahiti, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Pointe Tata A, Faaa, Tahiti
The price is NT$9,406 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
NT$9,406
NT$11,147 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Faaa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Lovely Papeete Hotel
"Beautiful hotel and room. Restaurants and food lovely. Great breakfast. Lovely helpful staff. Gorgeous pools - even one where you can swim with tropical fish and turtles."

Reviewed on 2024/11/9

InterContinental Resort Tahiti, an IHG Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
TEA TAHITI LODGE
TEA TAHITI LODGE
303, Papeete, TAHITI
Stay at this vacation home in Papeete. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Port de Papeete and Papeete Ferry Terminal are located nearby.
TEA TAHITI LODGE
Residence Moorea Sunset Beach
Residence Moorea Sunset Beach
3.5 out of 5
Pk 26 Côté mer, Haapiti - Ile de, Moorea-Maiao
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (458 reviews)
"Location near most beautiful beaches."

Reviewed on 2024/11/1

Residence Moorea Sunset Beach
Pension Fare Maheata
Pension Fare Maheata
2.5 out of 5
Pihaena Papetoai Pk 14,3 Côté Mer, 9872, Moorea-Maiao
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free parking, a private beach, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (75 reviews)
"The host was awesome and the location was perfect. It was quite and close to the ocean."

Reviewed on 2024/4/3

Pension Fare Maheata
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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