Windward Islands
French Polynesia
Popular cities in Windward Islands
The spiritual capital city of French Polynesia is full of surprises, from exotic fruit and tropical vegetation to its famous black pearls.
Reasons to visit
- Papeete Market
- Papeete Town Hall
- Robert Wan Pearl Museum
Explore attractions like Moorea Tropical Garden and Ta'ahiamanu Beach as you discover things to see and do in Moorea-Maiao.
Reasons to visit
- Moorea Tropical Garden
- Tiki Village Cultural Centre
- Belvedere Lookout
Hear the fascinating tale of the Pomare royals, capture photos of a panoramic view and swim beside a tall waterfall.
Reasons to visit
- Tomb of King Pomare V
- James Norman Hall Home
Scuba dive next to tropical islands, visit a fascinating museum to learn about the region’s history and watch dolphins and whales breaching.
Reasons to visit
- Museum of Tahiti and the Islands
Check out the local area in Teva I Uta—home to attractions like The Water Gardens of Vaipahi and Bain de Vaima & Vaipahi Spring Gardens.
Reasons to visit
- The Water Gardens of Vaipahi
Venture to sights like Taravao Viewpoint and Motu Nono as you discover Taiarapu-Est.
Cities in Windward Islands
Papeete
The spiritual capital city of French Polynesia is full of surprises, from exotic fruit and tropical vegetation to its famous black pearls.
Arue
Hear the fascinating tale of the Pomare royals, capture photos of a panoramic view and swim beside a tall waterfall.
Punaauia
Scuba dive next to tropical islands, visit a fascinating museum to learn about the region’s history and watch dolphins and whales breaching.
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