Tahiti

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Tahiti Travel Guide Video

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
Auae Faaa, Faaa, Windward Islands
$414 nightly
The price is $479 total per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
$479 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Faaa. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (820 reviews)
"Nice hotel big rooms nice staff."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Hilton Hotel Tahiti
Boutique Hotel Kon Tiki Tahiti
Boutique Hotel Kon Tiki Tahiti
3 out of 5
Bd de la Reine Pomare IV, Papeete, Îles du Vent
$177 nightly
The price is $206 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$206 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Papeete. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (921 reviews)
"Great place, great location (just in front of the ferry for Moorea) and awesome staff. They helped me booking a rental car and found me 35% OFF. One weekend night, it was a bit loud outside but it has to be expected since directly in Papeete. The noise wasn’t loud enough with the patio closed to ..."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Boutique Hotel Kon Tiki Tahiti
Hotel Sarah Nui
Hotel Sarah Nui
Bp 4354 Fare Tony, Papeete, Windward Islands
$120 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$147 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Papeete. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Basic, clean overnight stay
"Clean, spacious room. Bed/Mattress felt worn and needed replacing. Otherwise, perfect for a quick overnight stay after an evening flight or before a morning ferry. Walkable to restaurants/bars in town, and to the central market area. Free parking a plus (though limited parking spots"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Hotel Sarah Nui
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.
Tahiti, quiet air-conditioned tropical villa, marvelous lagoon and mountain view
Tahiti, quiet air-conditioned tropical villa, marvelous lagoon and mountain view
Punauuauia
Stay at this vacation home in Punaauia. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Papeete Market and Port de Papeete are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Heaven on Earth!
"Incredible views & lovely, peaceful setting! We would love to stay here again on our next trip to French Polynesia!"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Tahiti, quiet air-conditioned tropical villa, marvelous lagoon and mountain view
Tahiti - Toke Condo in Faa a
Tahiti - Toke Condo in Faa a
Faaa
Stay at this apartment in Faaa. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Papeete Market and Port de Papeete are located nearby.
Tahiti - Toke Condo in Faa a
Studio Kohai - Town center, parking and AC
Studio Kohai - Town center, parking and AC
Papeete
Stay at this apartment in Papeete. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Papeete Market and Jardins de Paofai ...
Studio Kohai - Town center, parking and AC
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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