Top Things to do in Tahiti
10 Free Things to do in Tahiti That You Shouldn't Miss
The unique and ubiquitous island of Tahiti is world-renowned for its Polynesian charm, colorful culture and romantic ambiance. The grass-skirted hip shaking of Tahitian dance is sure to get your toes tapping and heart thumping—let the celebratory vibe of this magical locale rejuvenate and excite you to the core. Warm-water lagoons and crystalline ocean tides are host to a rainbow’s worth of colorful marine life, and the food, drink, spas and dramatic nightlife provide an experience to stimulate all the senses.
Restaurants in Tahiti
1. Manapearl Tahiti
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 65 reviews
Discover the secrets of the “Le Chemin de la Perle de Tahiti” and how the Tahitian Pearls are transformed into exceptional jewels !! At the end of your visit, you can see our showroom where is exposed a wide selection of necklaces and pearl jewelry made in Tahiti. 1st distributor of jewelery "Made in Tahiti", delivered in more than 80 countries.
Reviewed By BarbaraP132 - Melbourne, Australia
We were told about manapearl by the flight attendant on the way there as she had a coco bracelet that her husband had bought her and it was so beautiful we asked where it came from. The shop is upstairs in the main centre and you have to call to make sure Thibaud is there.He takes you through to a small room where there are many beautiful pieces and loose pearls so you can choose them and he will make whatever you want. His pearls come from his father's pearl farm in Rangiroa .where all the best pearls are cultivated because the water is so clean. He will make whatever you want and then you can pick it up on your way home or he will post it to you. Thibaud is a lovely man and was very helpful and all the pieces that we ordered were absolutely gorgeous ! I would highly recommend to go to Thibaud for the most beautiful pearls in Tahiti and at the best price! He will also ship to you if you order from his website, nothing is a problem. Thank you Thibaud for my wonderful memories of Tahiti every time I wear my Manapearls!
2. Tahia Exquisite Tahitian Pearls
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 51 reviews
Tahia Exquisite Tahitian Pearls was first created in 1993 in Moorea. Today, our brand overlooks 5 jewelry shops on the islands of Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora. Upon visiting us, you’ll be greeted with a large selection of top-quality Tahitian pearls suited to all budgets and harvested locally from our pearl farm in Fakarava. Our friendly multilingual vendors are fully equipped to assist you no matter where you are visiting us from. We also provide a 30 day money-back guarantee, a lifetime upgrade policy, as well as US and European Customer services. It will be our pleasure to help you find the perfect Tahitian pearl to take home as a souvenir of your time on our beautiful islands.
3. Manua Exquisite Tahitian Art
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Our Gallery features stunning and unique art pieces gathered from the most talented artists of French Polynesia by Raimana POROI, passionated collector. An amazing collection reflecting Tahiti and her Islands’ rich diversity of styles.
Reviewed By Experience689375 - Idaho, United States
Pleasent staff. I am not an expert on polynesian art ,but appear knowledgeable and helpful. Ended up purchasing a nice appearing piece. Many of the works appear quite exquisite.
4. Blue Pearl Tahiti
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 52 reviews
The Blue Pearl shop was founded on December 1st, 2010. Originally was near the Quartier du Commerce, then we are moved to the heart of Papeete at Donald Building in a shop that is both more spacious and modern in order to offer our customers a great choice of jewelry in the best possible conditions. Every day we make every effort to give our visitors both a warm welcome and a precise answer. We’ll try to meet your expectations base on your budget offered, we wish to see you found your jewelry with your satisfaction.
Reviewed By Bing676 - Ipoh, Malaysia
I was hunting for loose Tahitian pearls during a cruise vacation around French Polynesia together with my Uncle and when we entered this shop, we were greeted with smiles, unlike a few other shops we visited in downtown Papeete. I saw a nice blue pearl mounted on a men's-style necklace but I didn't like the colour of the necklace, therefore I didn't purchase it. In the end, I didn't purchase anything because I didn't find the pearls with the specific colours that I wanted, but I feel compelled to acknowledge the excellent customer service provide by Madame Turouru Pater, the boutique manager of this place. She was extremely patient with us and we spent 35 minutes looking at the buckets and buckets of loose pearls in the shop, explaining the colours available and answering all our questions! If only half the population on earth were as nice as Turouru, this world would be a much happier place!
5. Faarumai Waterfalls
6. The Water Gardens of Vaipahi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By demitai
I love to go there when my soul is bad and need to get good vibrations. You can stay near the pond and watch the fishes or sit and put your barefoot in the water , listening to the birds, smelling the fragrance of the tropical flowers.
7. Taharuu Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By SL21872 - Largo, United States
Loved the waves and the ever changing ocean colors. Watched the surfers and body boarders. Beautiful black sand beach, Clean park area with restrooms.
8. Taravao Plateau
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By ruthandvern - Wilton, United States
You would not think this mid peninsula road that heads to the far west side, cutting right soon after beginning up to the plateau would bring to mind a French countryside dairy farming scene, but that's what you'll find. How serene riding through this tree covered road through the elevating valley to meadowlands and upward. The road isn't really wide so pay attention to on coming. I enjoyed the variety of cattle, the sheep, a few horses, and lots of greens on the ground and in the trees. You first arrive at the official vista point. Lots of picnickers everywhere, grab a parking space. There is a panoramic sign with great information that has been graffitied to death. The photo ops are incredible with Taravao in the hub where the peninsula pulls away from the main island. When the clouds are high, or gone the views from west to east are awesome. Then drive up the hill around a bend and walk up a trail to the optimum height to take in the fullness. The view is obscured by growth in some places. There is a giant tree up there. Very worth the drive.
9. Paofai Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 298 reviews
Reviewed By paulaY1594EG
Get away from the shops and streets and enjoy a relaxing walk through this park. A lot of effort has been put into this area to make it lovely and great place to walk, view the harbour, stop and have a meal or drink or both and enjoy the activities going on around you.
10. Tahiti Pearl Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Tahiti Pearl Market is a place dedicated to Tahitian pearls. Initially pearl farmers, we decided to introduce the Tahitian pearl through a Pearlery concept where our customers would select their pearl as if they were at the pearl farm. Once selected, the pearl would be set on a setting of their choice. Our team of bilingual professionals can assist our customers in selecting the right pearl to match their style. Let's find your pearl together!
Reviewed By Braxbert - Mill Valley, United States
My wife and daughters walked over on a Sunday to check out their shop. A nice lady downstairs showed us up to their showroom and did a great job explaining the different types of pearls, how they are grown and how they are graded and priced. My girls had a great time looking at the largest selection of bulk pearls any of us had ever seen. Lots of choices and each of them was able to find their perfect pearl. A couple days later after we were in Bora Bora my wife learned that the clasp on her setting was not closing properly and was unlatching. We emailed to let them know and received a prompt reply from Christiane, the store manager. She was very helpful and responsive to come up with a solution to fix or replace it. She even offered for their location in Bora Bora to assist. We weren't able to make it there and the only time was during our layover in Papeete on our way back to San Francisco. Unfortunately we missed our flight and got on a later one. My wife was bummed to know that she wouldn't have time now to go to their shop to get her pearl fixed. We were surprised when we landed to find a lady with a sign in her name waiting patiently (for 3 hours) for her and explained that she would take the pearl back to the shop to replace the clasp while we were checking in for our flight. In about 45 minutes Christiane, the store manager personally delivered a beautiful new (and even bigger clasp) to my wife before we boarded our plane. We weren't even charged for the increased weight of the new gold clasp! I would highly recommend buying your pearl at Tahiti Pearl Market. I know we will be purchasing from them again on our next trip to Tahiti!
