Pirae
Commune in French Polynesia, France
Pīraʻe is a commune in the suburbs of Papeʻete in French Polynesia, an overseas collectivity of France in the Pacific Ocean. Pīraʻe is located on the island of Tahiti, in the administrative subdivision of the Windward Islands, themselves part of the Society Islands. It borders Papeʻete in the west and Arue in the east. At the 2022 census it had a population of 14,068. The Stade Pater Te Hono Nui is a stadium located in the commune.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 14,068
- Coordinates
- -17.517, -149.533
- Timezone
- Pacific/Tahiti
- Elevation
- 7 m
Overview of Pirae
Pirae belongs to French Polynesia and has the feel of a small town. Records put its population near 14,068. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Plan around nightlife, sports and culture and you will not run out of ideas. Its southern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Pirae
Nightlife in Pirae
(8)Under nightlife, Pirae is tagged with Bars, Clubs, Disco, Events and Festival. In all, 8 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Pirae.
Sports in Pirae
(5)On the sports side, Pirae offers Biking, Hiking, Hiking Trails, Trail Running and Walking Trails. All of it is drawn from Pirae's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Culture in Pirae
(3)Culture in Pirae covers Cathedrals, Cemeteries and Fountains. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Pirae.
Nature in Pirae
(3)The nature shortlist for Pirae: Countryside, Desert and Geological Formations. All of it is drawn from Pirae's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Adventure in Pirae
(1)Adventure in Pirae covers Climbing. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Pirae.
Shopping in Pirae
(1)Looking for shopping? Pirae has Food. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Pirae.
Water Sports in Pirae
(1)Our data lists Bodyboard as water sports options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Pirae.
Best time to visit Pirae
Choose October to November and March to April for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Pirae is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in French Polynesia and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Pacific/Tahiti.
Similar destinations
Places near Pirae that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Pirae known for?
- Pirae, in French Polynesia, is best known for nightlife, sports and culture. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 14,068 residents.
- What can you do in Pirae?
- Recorded activities in Pirae include Bars, Clubs, Disco, Events and Festival. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Pirae?
- Choose October to November and March to April for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Pirae located?
- Pirae is located in French Polynesia. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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