Shopping
Tahiti and Her Islands are a shopper's dream featuring a mind-boggling array of merchandise: exquisite, one-of-a-kind black pearl jewelry, hand-crafted garments, gorgeous woven goods and stunning carved items. For art lovers, our galleries brim with a
variety of paintings, sculptures and crafts. From primitive to contemporary, the artisans of French Polynesia are as inspiring as the Islands themselves.
Tahiti Marketplace (Le Marché)
Tahiti's premiere marketplace, Le Marché Papeete, is a great place to pick up handicrafts and souvenirs. Shoppers will find an assortment of jewelry, hats, skirts, carvings, mats and weaving here, as well as small cafes and vendors offering tempting
fruits, vegetables and fish. A visit to Le Marche is a shopping experience to remember.
Black Pearl Shopping
Black Pearls are Tahiti's largest and most unique export—indeed, they can only be found in French Polynesia. Visitors can explore black pearl farms in Manihi, Rangiroa and Raiatea. Before purchasing pearls, it's a great idea to visit the Tahiti Perles
Museum in Papeete to learn how to judge value based on size, color and shape.
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