| Tahiti offers a number of attractions such as beaches, | | | | as the heaps of exotic fruits and vegetables. Also, |
| scuba diving, museums, nature tours, surfing and so | | | | don't forget to have dinner from les roulettes, mobile |
| much more. You can also visit the island of Moorea, | | | | vans that offer traditional delicacies in low prices. |
| (accessible by ferry service) with lovely white | | | | Gaugain Museum: |
| beaches and an added attraction - the coral reefs. | | | | The famous post-impressionist painter Paul Gaugain |
| Rangiora, the second largest atoll in the world with a | | | | made Tahiti his home until his death. This museum |
| turquoise lagoon in the middle, is also a short flight | | | | pays a tribute to the painter and has a collection of |
| away from Tahiti. However, here are the five best | | | | sketches, paintings and memorabilia of the painter. |
| attractions in Tahiti itself. | | | | Venus Point: |
| Overwater Bungalows: | | | | Many explorers, including captain James Cook |
| If you visit Tahiti and do not stay in one of the | | | | anchored their ships near this place, which now boasts |
| overwater bungalows even for a single day, you are | | | | an old lighthouse, a beautiful black-sand beach and a |
| going to lose the best thing about staying in Tahiti. | | | | lush green park. The name Venus Point came from |
| These small bungalows are built on wooden platforms | | | | Cook's observation of the transit of planet Venus from |
| above the ocean water and sometimes have glass | | | | this point. |
| floors making you feel as if you are standing on the | | | | Cruise Ships: |
| ocean. | | | | With natural jagged edges, which are helpful for |
| The City of Papeete: | | | | anchoring, Tahiti is a wonderful place for sailing. One |
| The capital of the French Polynesia, Papeete, which | | | | unique attraction of Tahiti is the sailing experience in a |
| literally means 'water bucket' and where the traditions | | | | luxurious yacht, catamaran or cruise ship over the |
| and modernity of Tahitian culture coexist, is vibrant with | | | | deep blue water, a dream-come-true for every |
| life. The central market of Papeete, Le Marché | | | | romantic. |
| is a must-visit to get a glimpse of the local life as well | | | | |