Papeete City Tour, 3hours (on Tahiti)
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About the Activity
This tour starts by collecting you from your accommodation or an agreed meeting point. The town of Papeete was created in 1890 however its beginnings were in 1820 when Pastor Crook built a church on the seafront, a site now occupied by the main Protestant church. No one lived in this area before that as Papeete means "water basket" Area is full of natural springs, one is called the Queens bath and is situated in our government or Assembly gardens. Stop at the Presidential place and learn about our government and how we became French in the 1840's and how this affects modern polynésian life. Drive by or walk past the street art (your choice) from the Cathedral to the Papeete town hall built in the style of Queen Pomare VI 's palace before a guided visit of the market's lower level followed by approximately 30 minutes for shopping. If wished we can finish with a short visit to the Pearl museum before returning to your accommodation unless you wish to stay in town for lunch or dinner.3 hours 15 minutes
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Food and drink : Lunch. meals not included but snacks are available for purchase in the market
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Stop at the Presidential Place a beautiful colonial style building actually completed in 2004, learn about our government and current President and how we fit into the French republic.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Assemblee De La Polynesie Francaise
Rue du Docteur Cassiau, Papeete, French Polynesia, 98714Situated on ancient wetlands close to the natural spring today called the Queens bath, our Assembly is where our representatives debate country laws, the Assembly gardesn and Queens bath back onto the French high Commissioners property and can be visited on weekdays
learn how we became French and how this impacts our lives today.20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free3
Papeete
Papeete, French PolynesiaDrive past or walk through Papeete depending on your ability, we see the Cathedral situated on Polynesian wetlands once part of their birthing experience, then continue to see some of the amazing Street art created during the Tahiti Graffiti festivals.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
The Paraita open air market is the oldest institution in Papeete it has been on this site since 1869 but was renovated in 1987 when they tripled the size. Open from 5am to 4pm Monday to Saturday and 4am to 9am on Sundays when there is a farmers market in the streets. You will have a guided tour of the markets lower level and then approximately 30 minutes free time for shopping.45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Musee De La Perle Robert Wan
56 Av. du Commandant Destremau, , Papeete, French Polynesia, 98714Robert Wan was the first to start cultivating black pearls in the lagoons of the Tuamotu and Gambier islands here in French Polynesia, in his museum we see how this is done and can admire some of the extraordinary pearls he has collected over the years. Purchasing pearls is possible in the shop.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Look for the dark blue minibus with the white logo on the side, in the lobby, outside the hotel or on the dock or at a pre arranged meeting point.
- Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- French
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketplease look for the dark blue minivan with the white logo in front of the hotel lobby or cruise ship or other pre arranged meeting pointCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Pacific/Tahiti time to receive 100% refund.
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