Papeete Tahiti, France

Cruise Port

Papeete Tahiti

Capital city of French Polynesia.

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Overview

Papeete Tahiti is a cruise port in France. It lies on the coast at approximately -17.535, -149.57.

About Papeete Tahiti

Papeete is the capital city of French Polynesia, an overseas collectivity of the French Republic located in the Pacific Ocean. The commune of Papeʻete is located on the island of Tahiti, in the administrative subdivision of the Windward Islands, of which Papeʻete is the administrative capital. Both the President of French Polynesia and French High Commissioner reside in Papeʻete.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Papeete Tahiti — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Papeete Tahiti

Papeete - Marina Taina
Papeete - Marina Taina
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Papeete
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Papeete
Palais présidentiel Papeete
Palais présidentiel Papeete
Papeete Town Hall, Papeete,
Papeete Town Hall, Papeete,

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 29°C in Mar and coolest around 26°C in Aug (average daytime highs).

Jan
28°
24°
Feb
28°
24°
Mar
29°
25°
Apr
28°
24°
May
28°
24°
Jun
27°
24°
Jul
27°
22°
Aug
26°
22°
Sep
26°
22°
Oct
27°
23°
Nov
28°
23°
Dec
28°
24°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Papeete Tahiti the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Papeete Tahiti, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →