Vaitape
Vaitape Vaitape is the largest and well, the only town on Bora Bora. It is home to half of the tiny islands population, a whopping 5,000 people. The area around Vaitape has been home to Polynesians since the fourth century when they arrived on the island via canoe. Nowadays the Vaitape harbor is t
Toota Square (Place Toota)
Toota Square (Place Toota) Toota Squares amphitheater is the main hub for cultural events, performances, concerts and festivals, including the annual Hevia Festival, the largest annual cultural festival in Tahiti. The 17-day event takes place every July, and brings a Carnival-like atmosphere to th
Tiki Theatre Village
Tiki Theatre Village For a crash course in Polynesian culture, Tiki Village Theatre is the place to go. In a stunning lagoon-side location on the island of Moorea you’ll experience traditional weaving with natural fibers, the art of flower garlands, and intricate woodcarving. The village also cele
Territorial Assembly
Territorial Assembly Built in the 1960s to replace the former building that was in disrepair, the Territorial Assembly is the seat of government for French Polynesia. This was once the site of Queen Pomare IV of Tahitis residence and palace when she ruled from 1827 to 1877, and is where today you
Temae Beach
Temae Beach Located near Maharepa, Temae Beach is golden beach with public access featuring azure waters, rugged mountains and tall coconut trees. Visitors and locals love lounging on the beachs soft sand, snorkeling for colorful fish and donning their reef shoes to explore the coral-filled crysta
Paul Gauguin Museum
Paul Gauguin Museum Few people have done as much to broadcast Tahiti’s charms to the world as French Post-Impressionist Paul Gauguin, who moved to the island in 1891. The artist was intoxicated by the vivid colors, teeming vegetation and dazzling light of his new home, and no less fascinated by Po
Papetoai
Papetoai Located on the western side of Opunohu Bay, Papetoai (Papetoai) is frequented by visitors who want to explore the villages art and shopping center. Various galleries litter the area, like Galerie API, Arts Polynesiens and Atelier Stanley Haumani and allow people to browse creative works d
Papeete Town Hall (Mairie Papeete)
Papeete Town Hall (Mairie Papeete) Inaugurated in 1990, Papeete Town Hall at Place Tarahoi was designed to replicate the 19th century colonial design of the old Queens palace that once stood in the same spot. Located on Rue Paul Gaugin, its a cheerful building, painted a golden yellow with a white
Papaeari
Papaeari Tahiti is not overflowing with historic monuments, which makes Papaeari stand out even more. It is the island’s oldest village, settled somewhere between 400 and 500 AD. It is also known by art lovers for its association with Paul Gauguin, who lived in the area. The nearby museum dedicate
Museum of Tahiti and the Islands (Musée de Tahiti et des Îles)
Museum of Tahiti and the Islands (Musée de Tahiti et des Îles) The Museum of Tahiti and the Islands (or Musée de Tahiti et des Îles) represents one of the world’s most important repositories of cultural and natural studies concerning the Polynesian archipelago. It is divided into 4 sections coveri
Mount Otemanu
Mount Otemanu Mount Otemanu is the highest point on Bora Bora. Together with Mount Pahia it forms the remnants of an extinct volcano that once existed in the center of the island. Today its craggy remnants tower over the island, reaching heights of 2,385 feet (727 meters). Its rugged, black face m
Motu Tapu
Motu Tapu Said to be the most photographed isle in the South Pacific, Motu Tapu is a small, exclusive motu reserved for invited guests and those staying at the Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa. While the hotel is located on Vaitape, the hotel owns Motu Tapu and can take you on a 10-minute boat ri
Magical Mountain
Magical Mountain Magical Mountain is on the island of Moorea in French Polynesia. Though the mountains on Moorea are not extremely high, they are particularly rugged. Magical Mountain is one of the highest points on the island. It is located along the exterior part of the island, and it offers spe
Lycée Agricole (Agriculture School)
Lycée Agricole (Agriculture School) Lycée Agricole, or Agriculture School, is French Polynesias only agricultural school, located on the island of Moorea. At the agricultural school, visitors can see pineapples, lemons, grapefruits, bananas, vanilla beans and many other fruits being grown and lear
Lagoonarium
Lagoonarium The Lagoonarium is located one of Bora Bora’s “motus” (the small islands which form the outer ring of the lagoon). This is essentially an aquarium without the glass, and a great opportunity to see many sea creatures in their natural habitat. Swim with sharks, turtles and rays as tropic
Fruit Juices of Moorea
Fruit Juices of Moorea Opened in 1981 under the Rotui Brand in response to a pineapple surplus, the Fruit Juices of Moorea (Jus de Fruits de Moorea) has expanded to sell a variety of fresh fruit juices on Moorea. Visitors can quench their thirst with grapefruit, lemon, mango, noni, papaw and guava
Cathedrale de LImmaculee (Cathedrale de Notre Dame)
Cathedrale de LImmaculee (Cathedrale de Notre Dame) Located at Place Notre Dame, Cathedrale de LImmaculee is a popular historical attraction and one of the oldest and largest churches in Papeete. Built between 1844 and 1875, it is done in a Gothic style. The first Bishop of Polynesia, Mgr Tepano J
Bougainville Park (Parc Bougainville)
Bougainville Park (Parc Bougainville) If youre looking for some peace and quiet, Bougainville Park, once known as Albert Park, is a small park with a tranquil stream, benches, lush vegetation and an enormous banyan tree providing shade to visitors. Located in the heart of the waterfront area, the
Anau
Anau Anau is located on the opposite side of the island from the bigger town of Vaitape. It doesnt get nearly as many visitors and, perhaps for this reason, its known as the most authentic village on the island. The area consists of a few shops, restaurants and a big white church, and is supposed
Afareaitu Waterfalls
Afareaitu Waterfalls Located on the southeast coast of Moorea, the Afareaitu Waterfalls are located inland from the village of Afareaitu and are actually two separate falls accessed by two different roads. One resides on the Putoa Stream and the other on the Vaioro Stream.For both waterfalls, once
