Title: Things to Do in Papeete in 2026 | Expedia.com [Papeete Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Papeete.dx2865)[Hotels in Papeete](https://expedia.com/Papeete-Hotels.d2865.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Papeete](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Papeete.d2865.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Papeete](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Papeete.d2865.Car-Rental-Guide)[Papeete Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Papeete.d2865.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Papeete ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Papeete Types of activities [Papeete Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Papeete.dx2865) ![Papeete](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2865/92359fb3-7997-42fe-bd3d-878ed37ce991.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Papeete](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108616/bc823d95-467e-47b0-9b03-bafd55e84a27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Papeete](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502992/372b7251-941f-4612-9401-0fcd17be252b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Papeete](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502992/94499607-6387-4fb4-bdf3-57d85c89613c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Papeete](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965307/a674c901-badc-4843-99ee-75a85c7d5afb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Papeete Attractions It's hardly surprising that so many travelers visit Papeete year after year. This appealing city is overflowing with amazing things to do. Whether you're interested in exploring tourist attractions or attempting more adventurous activities, you won't have a dull moment here. Find out what makes Papeete tick with the very best [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=2865&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips). Check out our top {69 fun activities in Papeete [fun activities in Papeete](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=2865&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}, and book with ease knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees. --- --- ### Most popular activities in Papeete ### Tours & day trips [See all 52 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![4x4 Safari HEREAKIMANU Tour in the Heart of Tahiti](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50081365/3aece715-ab36-4b97-9bb8-bd94d33834dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4x4 Safari HEREAKIMANU Tour in the Heart of Tahiti 8h 9.6/10 26 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $138 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/4x4-safari-tour-in-the-heart-of-tahiti-waterfall-authentic-nature.a50081365.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 10/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sea-scooter-snorkel-tour-lagoon-discovery-wrecks-coral-gardens-and-tropical-fishies.a5199636.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tahiti Safari 4x4 Excursion Crossing the Mana Road](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46297874/162d6863-a510-4d7f-82d0-40d04de7aa32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti Safari 4x4 Excursion Crossing the Mana Road 8h 10/10 88 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $140 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-tahitis-mana-during-safari-crossing-island-tour.a46297874.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 7 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-sailing-trip-on-the-lagoon-of-tahiti-comments.a49329494.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour - Guided Ocean Safari + Reef and Lagoon Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5199835/84287420-7cbb-43b6-b7c7-fe80d4155d7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour - Guided Ocean Safari + Reef and Lagoon Adventure 4h 10/10 24 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $169 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sea-scooter-snorkel-tour-guided-ocean-safari-reef-and-lagoon-adventure.a5199835.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tahiti 4x4 Mountain Safari – Private Shore Tour 4 Hours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51062904/62b61725-0a28-4c33-80f4-b8275ec97592.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti 4x4 Mountain Safari – Private Shore Tour 4 Hours 4h $156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tahiti-4x4-mountain-safari-private-shore-tour-4-hours.a51062904.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tahiti: Unique Full Day West Coast, Combo Tour to Teahupoo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48946457/84502107-2a38-490c-a5ea-212c5b3adfe4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti: Unique Full Day West Coast, Combo Tour to Teahupoo 8h 9.6/10 18 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $257 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tahiti-unique-west-coast-full-day-tour-to-teahupoo.a48946457.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tahiti island: 4 hours Snorkeling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47966308/e5103228-f8e5-47d5-89bc-75c39a631a1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti island: 4 hours Snorkeling Tour 4h 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $185 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tahiti-island-4-hours-snorkeling-tour.a47966308.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 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $126 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-sailing-trip-on-the-lagoon-of-tahiti.a49329359.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 10/10 13 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sea-scooter-snorkel-tour-reef-adventure-with-turtles-rays-and-sharks.a5210578.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 25 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Tahiti 4x4 Mountain Safari – Private Shore Tour 4 Hours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51062904/62b61725-0a28-4c33-80f4-b8275ec97592.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti 4x4 Mountain Safari – Private Shore Tour 4 Hours 4h $156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tahiti-4x4-mountain-safari-private-shore-tour-4-hours.a51062904.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 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $134 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/papeete-and-tahiti-historical-and-cultural-tour.a47477610.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tahiti Volcanic Adventure – Full Day Private Shore Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51062924/25349d93-c4af-4c03-89c7-6cb0be9ec277.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti Volcanic Adventure – Full Day Private Shore Tour 7h 30m $225 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tahiti-volcanic-adventure-full-day-private-shore-tour.a51062924.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Snorkeling by Tahiti - Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46511318/60a570a4-3f5c-4d44-9532-0dd482085203.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snorkeling by Tahiti - Private Tour 3h 30m 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $385 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tahiti-lagoon-vaimareva-private-boat-cruise.a46511318.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 $198 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/papeete-market-place.a46987400.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Private Tahiti Circle Island - Waterfalls, Black Sand & Views](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49162562/fd8462ab-8939-4fba-b25c-ee82c962b0ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tahiti Circle Island - Waterfalls, Black Sand & Views 5h 10/10 53 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $580 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/amazing-attractions-of-tahiti-charming-island-private-half-day-circle-tour.a49162562.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Papeete Cultural Tour and Tahitian Tuna Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47266395/bee600e9-7162-40cc-97b9-d0d6bfc29a4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papeete Cultural Tour and Tahitian Tuna Workshop 3h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/papeete-private-tour-and-raw-fish-workshop.a47266395.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tahiti: Island Tour (Full Day) with Private Jet Flight (Cessna, Piper)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51744149/f9ed62a0-b979-42da-af6f-3c92fb639750.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti: Island Tour (Full Day) with Private Jet Flight (Cessna, Piper) 8h Free cancellation available $1,800 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tahiti-island-tour-full-day-with-private-jet-flight-cessna-piper.a51744149.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Tahiti: Full Day Tour of the Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2706265/923427f7-2479-41a0-99f5-989836331a58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti: Full Day Tour of the Island 7h 10/10 7 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $900 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-day-tour-of-the-island-and-peninsula-of-tahiti.a2706265.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Private Full-Day Tahiti — Grotto, Gardens & Panoramas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46025139/d1a23e05-c2a7-4faf-955f-de08c58721ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Full-Day Tahiti — Grotto, Gardens & Panoramas 8h 9.6/10 23 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $850 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-full-day-tour-around-tahiti-the-islands-nature-wonders.a46025139.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Excursion to Tetiaroa by Catamaran Visit Lunch Snorkeling](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47009216/4198e937-2b1e-4288-875a-e0efb4e6381f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Excursion to Tetiaroa by Catamaran Visit Lunch Snorkeling 11h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $225 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/excursion-to-tetiaroa-by-catamaran-visit-lunch-snorkeling.a47009216.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Papeete: Excursion Lagoon 3h30 Premium - Premium Catamaran](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52096884/f080fecd-eed9-4d34-b7c6-1d18958e9c89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papeete: Excursion Lagoon 3h30 Premium - Premium Catamaran 3h 30m $146 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-catamaran-in-tahiti-lagoon.a52096884.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Papeete: Premium Sunset Catamaran Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52212458/329cf710-3eca-4eef-8604-b99aba1d664e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papeete: Premium Sunset Catamaran Excursion 2h $134 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-tower-in-tahiti-lagoon.a52212458.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 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $489 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-half-day-sailing-excursion-on-the-lagoon-of-tahiti.a49346498.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Papeete: Moorea Day Trip in Premium Catamaran](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52328248/02e39bd2-3db0-4699-b8c6-32f19ac92e6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papeete: Moorea Day Trip in Premium Catamaran 8h 30m $303 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/papeete-moorea-day-trip-in-premium-catamaran.a52328248.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Papeete Tetiaroa Day Trip in Premium Catamaran](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52349454/6de51d36-5a58-45a7-80c5-2eeeb4ed04b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papeete Tetiaroa Day Trip in Premium Catamaran 8h 30m $303 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/papeete-tetiaroa-day-trip-in-premium-catamaran.a52349454.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Private sunset in Tahiti - marriage proposal or celebration](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50756326/e0927f33-f1e8-4453-bebb-078ba3d416a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private sunset in Tahiti - marriage proposal or celebration 2h $700 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-sunset-in-tahiti-marriage-proposal-or-celebration.a50756326.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Papeete Night Prestige in Catamaran Premium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52391335/92c34b39-95ed-4604-846b-f5a33d6fc5bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papeete Night Prestige in Catamaran Premium 21h Free cancellation available $1,749 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/papeete-night-prestige-in-catamaran-premium.a52391335.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Private and Local Sunset Cruise in Tahiti](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3902482/08e00933-385e-45fd-b120-721f5e0207fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private and Local Sunset Cruise in Tahiti 3h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $746 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-boat-trip-from-papeete.a3902482.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Papeete Premium Catamaran Teahupo'o Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52355531/05ebbf4a-d335-4139-ade3-ff8a26068d0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papeete Premium Catamaran Teahupo'o Day Trip 8h 30m $309 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/papeete-day-trip-teahupoo-in-catamaran.a52355531.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Tahiti: Unique Full Day West Coast, Combo Tour to Teahupoo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48946457/84502107-2a38-490c-a5ea-212c5b3adfe4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tahiti: Unique Full Day West Coast, Combo Tour to Teahupoo 8h 9.6/10 18 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $257 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/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 $210 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/roulotte-food-tahiti-private-tour.a46989865.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ![Papeete : walking tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51961972/9c7ad274-5527-4f8c-8101-10f2ece7a451.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Papeete : walking tour 2h 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/papeete-walking-tour.a51961972.activity-details?&rid=2865&location=Papeete&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Papeete | Number of things to do | 69 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Papeete express tour.](/things-to-do/guided-tour-of-the-tahiti-museum-and-west-coast.a1699424.activity-details): $39 | | Top 5 things to do | [Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour - Lagoon Discovery : Wrecks, Coral Gardens and Tro...](/things-to-do/sea-scooter-snorkel-tour-lagoon-discovery-wrecks-coral-gardens-and-tropical-fishies.a5199636.activity-details)[5 Hours Tahiti Island Tour - West and East Coast](/things-to-do/tahiti-island-tours.a1662572.activity-details)[Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour - Guided Ocean Safari + Reef and Lagoon Adventure](/things-to-do/sea-scooter-snorkel-tour-guided-ocean-safari-reef-and-lagoon-adventure.a5199835.activity-details)[Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour - Reef Adventure with Turtles, Rays and Sharks](/things-to-do/sea-scooter-snorkel-tour-reef-adventure-with-turtles-rays-and-sharks.a5210578.activity-details)[Half-Day Sailing Trip on the Lagoon of Tahiti Comments](/things-to-do/half-day-sailing-trip-on-the-lagoon-of-tahiti-comments.a49329494.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Half-Day Sailing Trip on the Lagoon of Tahiti Comments](/things-to-do/half-day-sailing-trip-on-the-lagoon-of-tahiti-comments.a49329494.activity-details)[TAHITI Mountain 4WD Safari - Full day (Lunch NOT included)](/things-to-do/tahiti-4-wheel-drive-mountain-safari-full-day-tour.a344710.activity-details)[Tahiti Safari 4x4 Excursion Crossing the Mana Road](/things-to-do/discover-tahitis-mana-during-safari-crossing-island-tour.a46297874.activity-details)[Snorkeling picnic in 4h30 with lunch in Tahiti](/things-to-do/snorkeling-picnic-in-5-hours-with-lunch-in-tahiti.a49158761.activity-details)[Papeete : walking tour](/things-to-do/papeete-walking-tour.a51961972.activity-details) | ## What to do in Papeete - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Papeete An escape to Papeete doesn't have to cost a lot. You won't even need your wallet if you check out: **Black Pearl Museum** \- Check to see if there are any special displays or tours on at this popular museum. **Papeete Market** \- Pay a visit and learn about the significance of this place to the local community. **Cathédrale Notre-Dame** \- Do a bit of quiet contemplation and discover a few things about this site's religious importance. **Parc Bougainville** \- Whether you can separate your peonies from poppies, it's easy to find beauty in this magnificent display. ### Things to Do in Papeete with Kids Papeete is a terrific destination for a family vacation. Take the youngsters along and enjoy these fun [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=2865&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) together: - [Tahiti Island Tour Including Venus Point, Taharaa View Point and Vaipahi Gardens](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tahiti-island-tour-including-venus-point-taharaa-view-point-and-vaipahi-gardens.a1394373.activity-details) - [Papeete Inner Island Full-Day Jeep Safari](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/papeete-inner-island-full-day-jeep-safari.a1394369.activity-details) - [Shared Transfer from Cruise Port to Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shared-transfer-from-cruise-port-to-hotel.a2549021.activity-details) - [ALBERT TOURS : Excursion SAFARI 4x4](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/albert-tours-excursion-safari-4x4.a3093000.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Papeete? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Papeete ![Papeete Market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502992/3d0308e7-1ea9-44b0-ac6f-6b7c8fb5e139.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.com/Papeete-Market-Papeete.d502992.Vacation-Attraction) ![Robert Wan Pearl Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108612/dff3d452-1de4-4eef-badc-968ea6d6292e.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.com/Robert-Wan-Pearl-Museum-Papeete.d6108612.Vacation-Attraction) ![Papeete Town Hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108616/8e268bc9-28c9-44bd-b545-e2865e375ba3.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.com/Papeete-Town-Hall-Papeete.d6108616.Vacation-Attraction) ![Jardins de Paofai](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965307/26298c60-805d-4bda-9567-347584600159.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.com/Jardins-De-Paofai-Papeete.d553248621526965307.Vacation-Attraction) ![Place Jacques Chirac](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108620/dfd02c86-c485-4d39-9a8c-3643ec6bec76.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.com/Place-Jacques-Chirac-Papeete.d6108620.Vacation-Attraction) ![Notre Dame Cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108614/391f7643-c547-4b1b-93fe-355ba37788a4.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.com/Notre-Dame-Cathedral-Papeete.d6108614.Vacation-Attraction) ![Parc Bougainville](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108618/11533f57-dcd1-4038-8bd9-9a371131ee0c.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.com/Parc-Bougainville-Papeete.d6108618.Vacation-Attraction) #### Port de Papeete Explore the waterfront in Papeete with a trip to Port de Papeete. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.com/Port-De-Papeete-Papeete.d553248635146342008.Vacation-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.com/Papeete-Ferry-Terminal-Papeete.d886198837681823744.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Papeete ![Black sand beach, Pirae, Tahiti island, French Polynesia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180198/bfba900a-96e3-48e2-957e-b4ac59cbdaa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pirae ![View from the mountains of the north-west coast of Tahiti with Moorea island in background, French Polynesia, south Pacific ocean](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180208/2715fe31-0703-4ce7-ab5f-c4351aa2c5b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Faaa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Papeete worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Papeete? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Papeete? ### Is three days enough to stay in Papeete? ### Is Papeete a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Papeete with kids? > - [Half-Day Sailing Trip on the Lagoon of Tahiti Comments](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-sailing-trip-on-the-lagoon-of-tahiti-comments.a49329494.activity-details) > - 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