Papeete
Gateway to Tahiti
Approx. 25 hours
Flight from LondonAvailable indirect
Approx. 26 hours
Flight from ManchesterAvailable indirect
Air/Cruise Ports & Distances
📍Faa’a International Airport (PPT)
4 miles to city centre - Approx. 10-15 min drive đź“ŤPapeete Cruise Pier
Right in town, walking distance to downtown and Bain Lot Beach.🔑 Key Selling Points
Municipal Market
Bustling stalls sell everything from tropical fruit to handmade crafts. It’s the best place to dive into Tahitian life.
Pearl Museums & Shops
Tahiti’s black pearls are world-famous. Browsing or buying them feels like taking home a little piece of the islands.
Waterfront Promenade
By day, it’s palm-lined paths with ocean views. By night, food trucks roll in serving local dishes under the stars.
Point Venus
A historic black-sand beach and lighthouse where Captain Cook once landed. It’s scenic, peaceful and full of history.
Lagoon Excursions
Boat trips across the lagoon mean snorkelling in crystal-clear water and hopping between tiny motu islets.
🏨 Recommended Hotels
Fare Suisse
Family-run guesthouse with comfortable rooms, walking distance to Papeete’s centre and ferry terminal.
đź“ŤPaofai
Central Location, Value
Hotel Tahiti Nui
Contemporary city hotel featuring a pool, spa, and easy access to Papeete market.
đź“ŤDowntown
Central Location, Spa, Pool
Royal Tahitien
Charming oceanfront hotel set in lush gardens with a pool and traditional Polynesian feel.
đź“ŤBeachfront
Beachfront, Central Location, Pool
Hilton Hotel Tahiti
Newly refurbished luxury resort with a lagoon-style pool and multiple dining venues.
đź“ŤDowntown
Luxury, Pool