Uncover the Charm of the James Norman Hall Museum

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in the central area of Pirae, start by heading towards the main road, Route 1. Walk towards the east until you reach the intersection with Avenue de la République. Turn right onto Avenue de la République and continue straight for about 1 kilometer until you see the signs for Arue. As you approach Arue, look for the signs indicating the direction to James Norman Hall Museum, which is located at PK 5 côté montagne. The museum is situated a short distance up the mountain on your left. The walk should take approximately 20-30 minutes.

• Public Bus

  From any point in Pirae, find your nearest bus stop. Take bus line 'L' towards Arue. The bus fare is about 200 XPF (French Polynesian Francs). Ask the driver to let you know when you reach PK 5 côté montagne, as this is close to the James Norman Hall Museum. Once you get off the bus, the museum is a short walk uphill from the bus stop.

• Bicycle

  If you wish to rent a bicycle, there are several rental shops in Pirae. Once you have a bicycle, ride towards Route 1 and head east. Continue on Route 1 until you reach Avenue de la République, then turn right. Follow the road for about 1 kilometer. You will see signs for Arue and the James Norman Hall Museum. This route is approximately 3 kilometers and should take around 15-20 minutes by bike, depending on your speed.