Bougainville Park: Papeete's Green Heart
Escape to Papeete's green oasis: Bougainville Park, a historic landmark with lush gardens, cultural events, and a peaceful atmosphere in the city center.
Bougainville Park, a verdant oasis in downtown Papeete, offers a tranquil escape with historical significance. Named after French explorer Louis-Antoine de Bougainville, it features lush greenery, a bronze bust of Bougainville, and remnants of its past as Place Publique de Papeete, where King Pomare V ceded the Society Islands to France in 1880.
A brief summary to Bougainville Park
- FC5H+HV5, Av. du Général de Gaulle, Papeete, PF
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning for a peaceful experience and to avoid crowds.
- Bring a picnic to enjoy under the trees.
- Check the local event calendar for cultural activities or performances in the park.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Papeete waterfront, head south on Rue de la Paix towards the water. Continue straight until you reach the waterfront promenade. Turn left and walk along the promenade until you reach Avenue du Général de Gaulle. Bougainville Park is located across the street.
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Public Transport
Take a local bus ('Le Truck') towards the central market (Marché de Papeete). From the market, walk towards Avenue du Général de Gaulle. Bougainville Park is a short walk across the road. The bus fare is approximately 200 XPF.
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Taxi
Hail a taxi or use a ride-hailing app. Ask the driver to take you to Bougainville Park on Avenue du Général de Gaulle. Expect to pay around 500-1000 XPF for a short trip within Papeete. Taxi base fare is 1500 XPF, plus 130 XPF per kilometer.
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