Beside the main post office in Papeete is the pleasant little Bougainville Park. Named after the explorer who claimed Tahiti for the French in 1771. There is a bust of him on the riverside entrance to the park. On either side are two cannons from the World War 1 warship Zélée. You will also find a childrens play area, colourful flower beds, numerous park benches and small pond.
This park is very well maintained. The local families are in this park every evening letting the children run and play.
Bougainville Park is conveniently located on the waterfront a short distance from the cruise ship terminal. It was a nice place to take a rest after walking past all of the shops. There are cannons at the park entrance. Many of the locals eat their lunch in the park. There were also a couple of chess matches being played.
Quite difficult to find the right entrance and clearly an afterthought. however once inside the ambience is relaxed and cool. Smaller than I expected but nice enough.
Ubicado frente al puerto de Papeete, este parque es ideal para sentarte y relajarte mientras disfrutas de una bebida fresca y algún sandwich de atún ou otro pescado local.
This was between our B&B and downtown, so we walked through it several times, and even stopped to rest and enjoy the environs. Locals seem to congregate here as well, but not a site you need to go out of your way to find.
This park is pretty much in the middle of town so if you happen to be walking by, then stop in and walk through it. The gardens are beautiful, it's right on the ocean and it seems to be the favorite place for local families to congregate. It's not a 'must see' park, but if you're in the neighborhood, why not?
This park is a beautiful oasis in the middle of Papeete. On weekends it hosts crafts vendors with some very good quality product for sale. They make their display tents very attractive with native flowers and vegetation.
This is right on their waterfront and has been well done. A great place to relax, while away the day. Maybe get a sandwich and picnic?
A little oasis in the middle of busy city. Shore right across the busy street. It had benches and trees. Unfortunately, the only free benches were in the sun.