Guidebook for your stay in Tahiti
Food Scene
Les bons endroits où vous pourrez apprécier une bonne cuisine et un bon emplacement.
Market COFFEE
Rue Edouard AhnneNice Bistro in Papeete with typical french cuisine and a good wine selection
Good restaurant but also atmospheric bar with live music from local musicians every weekend
7 locals recommend
Meherio - Tahitian Bistro
Good restaurant but also atmospheric bar with live music from local musicians every weekend
The best Poke of Tahiti is there and you will appreciate the spot by the sea. They also offer very healthy and delicious breakfast formulas.
Poke bar II
The best Poke of Tahiti is there and you will appreciate the spot by the sea. They also offer very healthy and delicious breakfast formulas.
Foodtruck where you will appreciate the simplicity of the place and the good local cuisine with French influence.
Roulotte Noix de coco by Teva
Foodtruck where you will appreciate the simplicity of the place and the good local cuisine with French influence.
Roulotte Anita
Servitude PugibetRenowned snack-foodtruck on Punaauia
Good French food with an interesting wine selection and very French dishes in Papeete city.
L'alpha B
Good French food with an interesting wine selection and very French dishes in Papeete city.
Maru Maru
The local Bistrot with a refined local cuisine not to be missed! In Papeete city.
Ginger Kitchen & Bar
The best snack in Punaauia with melting pizzas ... and gourmet burgers
Urban Café
Perfect place in Papeete for brunch
Good French food with local influence 2 steps from the market of Papeete.
6 locals recommend
Cali.stro
98713 Boulevard de la Reine Pomare IVGood French food with local influence 2 steps from the market of Papeete.
L'Api'zzeria
bp 1600Best pizza in Papeete!
Villa THAI
34 Rue Albert LeboucherThe Thai restaurant of Tahiti with a very cozy upstairs room
Karaaji
The Japanese snack in its excellence! No sushi, but superb bento or bao.
PAĪ Bistro
Very good modern food with local influence
Mama's Beach House
Good snack at Venus Point
Restaurant Le Moana
Port-facing restaurant with local vibe
Good restaurant on the west coast, book if you want a table on the pontoon and its direct view of the lagoon.
75 locals recommend
Blue Banana
Good restaurant on the west coast, book if you want a table on the pontoon and its direct view of the lagoon.
Emblematic restaurant of the peninsula to eat feet in the water if possible
34 locals recommend
La Plage de Maui
Emblematic restaurant of the peninsula to eat feet in the water if possible
Restaurant Le Coco's
One of the rarest place to enjoy a meal facing a beach !
Yellowfin
New restaurant based at the Taina Marina in Punaauia. You can enjoy our different fish!
Lani's BBQ
Typically local restaurant, simply good!
NUI, Bistro
Bistronomic restaurant to try!
KISS Tahitian Burgers
Good homemade burgers!! the fish is just delicious:)
Noa Noa Burger
To eat good burgers in town:)
Gobie
Very good specialties around seafood
Drinks & Nightlife
Le BAROOF
61 Boulevard de la Reine Pomare IVPerfect place for a happy hour with local DJ vibe
Wonderland
Very good concept to spend an evening enjoying a drink, a main course and games!
Old hotel near Papeete, perfect for a lunch by the water or an evening drink with local atmosphere.
15 locals recommend
Royal Tahitien Hotel
Old hotel near Papeete, perfect for a lunch by the water or an evening drink with local atmosphere.
Nice spot for lunch or a drink to the sound of the waves and direct beach view
9 locals recommend
Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort & Spa
Nice spot for lunch or a drink to the sound of the waves and direct beach view
Zion bowl
Rum bar with bowling
Arts & Culture
The Museum not to be missed because of its beautiful collections but also its garden and its view of the sea.
105 locals recommend
Museum of Tahiti and the Islands
The Museum not to be missed because of its beautiful collections but also its garden and its view of the sea.
This one is a quick stop on the main road, about half a kilometre down a dirt road, to old Polynesian ruins.
Most of the statues are replicas, but much of the land is authentic. The best way to get a good idea is to go with a guide as there aren't many signs, but if you're just passing along your way around the island, it will give you some history.
31 locals recommend
'Ārahurahu Marae
This one is a quick stop on the main road, about half a kilometre down a dirt road, to old Polynesian ruins.
Most of the statues are replicas, but much of the land is authentic. The best way to get a good idea is to go with a guide as there aren't many signs, but if you're just passing along your way around the island, it will give you some history.
Sightseeing
When you head to this waterfall, you will notice that there are three others in the same area, all large and beautiful. Currently, only one is open due to rockfalls on the other two trails.
They're free to visit and don't deviate much from the itinerary, so it's worth stopping to see if they're open during your visit. Better appearance after rain.
11 locals recommend
Faarumai Waterfalls
When you head to this waterfall, you will notice that there are three others in the same area, all large and beautiful. Currently, only one is open due to rockfalls on the other two trails.
They're free to visit and don't deviate much from the itinerary, so it's worth stopping to see if they're open during your visit. Better appearance after rain.
Venus Point is a flagship location of Tahiti to visit with its black sand beach.
Pointe Vénus, Mahina, French Polynesia
Venus Point is a flagship location of Tahiti to visit with its black sand beach.
Trou du Souffleur de Arahoho
Spot to visit on swell days!
1er Pont Maroto Papenoo
Essentials
Supermarket and pharmacy opened everyday from 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
46 locals recommend
Carrefour Punaauia
Supermarket and pharmacy opened everyday from 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
Incoutournable and to visit in the morning at 6am for a coffee and taste the famous raw fish (local cevice)
111 locals recommend
Papeete Market
Incoutournable and to visit in the morning at 6am for a coffee and taste the famous raw fish (local cevice)
Champion
Supermarché à l'entrée de la ville
One of the few places in Tahiti to enjoy a Polynesian show.
30 locals recommend
InterContinental Resort Tahiti
One of the few places in Tahiti to enjoy a Polynesian show.
Grottes De Maraa
Atypical and intriguing place.
Robert Wan Pearl Museum
56 Avenue du Commandant DestremauExplanation around the pearl of Tahiti
Plage Vaiava
The beach of Tahiti for snorkeling
One of the longest black sand beach, be careful swimming only for surfer savvy!
7 locals recommend
Plage de Taharuu
One of the longest black sand beach, be careful swimming only for surfer savvy!
PAPENOO
Black sand beach perfect for learning to surf
Resort perfect to spend a day strolling by the pool and doing activities.
19 locals recommend
Manava Suite Resort Tahiti
Resort perfect to spend a day strolling by the pool and doing activities.
Teahupo'o is one of the most famous surf spots in the world and in surf videos. It is known as the most dangerous station wagon in the world due to the unique combination of size, power and speed, not to mention that it breaks on a coral reef. If you are there at the end of August, you can attend the Tahiti Pro Surf Competition.
In case you're not ready to shred this way, you can see from shore with binoculars or take a water taxi from the city of the same name.
From there, you'll have to go back a bit to where the island narrows and re-injects into the wider circle. Heading north, you'll pass some roadside waterfalls.
Teahupo'o Wave
Teahupo'o is one of the most famous surf spots in the world and in surf videos. It is known as the most dangerous station wagon in the world due to the unique combination of size, power and speed, not to mention that it breaks on a coral reef. If you are there at the end of August, you can attend the Tahiti Pro Surf Competition.
In case you're not ready to shred this way, you can see from shore with binoculars or take a water taxi from the city of the same name.
From there, you'll have to go back a bit to where the island narrows and re-injects into the wider circle. Heading north, you'll pass some roadside waterfalls.
Gastronomie
Hei
Boulevard de la Reine Pomare IVThe gourmet restaurant you do not ahve to miss ! Book a table first :)
L O à la bouche
One of the best restaurants on the island
Gourmet restaurant above the water located in the hotel complex of the Intercontinental resort Tahiti
10 locals recommend
Le Lotus
Gourmet restaurant above the water located in the hotel complex of the Intercontinental resort Tahiti
L'auberg'in
Very good restaurant on the heights of the city. Reservation required.
Hiking
It is the third highest peak in Tahiti at 2066 meters high and although it is a challenging and slippery hike, the reward is magnificent. There are sharp gradients and breathtaking views along the way. The trail starts at Le Belvédère restaurant, a fantastic spot for the view, and continues upwards for 5.5 miles. Since low clouds often compromise visibility, it often takes longer, two days, to complete the hike.
There are apparently huts along the way, but this is the one that could be best organized with a local guide.
Mont Aorai, Pirae, French Polynesia
It is the third highest peak in Tahiti at 2066 meters high and although it is a challenging and slippery hike, the reward is magnificent. There are sharp gradients and breathtaking views along the way. The trail starts at Le Belvédère restaurant, a fantastic spot for the view, and continues upwards for 5.5 miles. Since low clouds often compromise visibility, it often takes longer, two days, to complete the hike.
There are apparently huts along the way, but this is the one that could be best organized with a local guide.
Lac Vaihiria, Teva I Uta, French Polynesia
Hike to do with a guide
It's supposed to be one of the most famous and beautiful waterfalls in Tahiti, including a bit long but enjoyable hike to get there.
Nowadays, you must register your visit to the Town Hall of Papeete before going to this waterfall. Please note that it is only open on weekdays until 5 p.m.
Fautaua Valley Falls Trailhead
It's supposed to be one of the most famous and beautiful waterfalls in Tahiti, including a bit long but enjoyable hike to get there.
Nowadays, you must register your visit to the Town Hall of Papeete before going to this waterfall. Please note that it is only open on weekdays until 5 p.m.
This is where Tahiti really shines. Tahiti's uninhabited interior is full of waterfalls, the famous Vaihiria Lake, incredibly green jungle and jade-colored water.
Most people book a 4x4 tour to see this part of Tahiti, as it is not possible to go all the way unless you have a 4x4 vehicle.
There are many trails with waterfalls on which you can hike if you feel adventurous, or simply drive as far as you are comfortable and admire the stunning views.
The best way to make sure you see everything is probably to book a 4×4 tour (here is a list of the best rated on Tahiti). However, if you know how to drive a stick and feel adventurous, it's fun to do it independently.
But do not do them in periods of rain because big risk of flood.
Vallee de Papenoo, Hitiaa O Te Ra, French Polynesia
This is where Tahiti really shines. Tahiti's uninhabited interior is full of waterfalls, the famous Vaihiria Lake, incredibly green jungle and jade-colored water.
Most people book a 4x4 tour to see this part of Tahiti, as it is not possible to go all the way unless you have a 4x4 vehicle.
There are many trails with waterfalls on which you can hike if you feel adventurous, or simply drive as far as you are comfortable and admire the stunning views.
The best way to make sure you see everything is probably to book a 4×4 tour (here is a list of the best rated on Tahiti). However, if you know how to drive a stick and feel adventurous, it's fun to do it independently.
But do not do them in periods of rain because big risk of flood.
You can walk through the palm forest, admire the lotuses and there are even waterfalls along the trails, which range from 1 to 2.5 km long. Bring insect repellent! This advice applies to all Tahiti.
43 locals recommend
The Water Gardens of Vaipahi
You can walk through the palm forest, admire the lotuses and there are even waterfalls along the trails, which range from 1 to 2.5 km long. Bring insect repellent! This advice applies to all Tahiti.
This trail is in the southernmost part of Tahiti and is only accessible by boat. Taking you along the coast and through the dense, uninhabited jungle to the cliffs of Te Pari, the Te Pari trail is one of the best ways to see what untouched Tahiti has to offer.
Along the way, you'll find Vaipoiri Cave, Queen's Basin, lava tubes and even white sandy beaches.
Since this is such a rugged adventure, it's best to tackle the Te Pari trail with an experienced guide.
Te Pari, French Polynesia
This trail is in the southernmost part of Tahiti and is only accessible by boat. Taking you along the coast and through the dense, uninhabited jungle to the cliffs of Te Pari, the Te Pari trail is one of the best ways to see what untouched Tahiti has to offer.
Along the way, you'll find Vaipoiri Cave, Queen's Basin, lava tubes and even white sandy beaches.
Since this is such a rugged adventure, it's best to tackle the Te Pari trail with an experienced guide.