Reef and harbour pass
A continuous line of reef runs offshore, broken by the pass that ships use to enter the harbour. It gives the map a second, outer coastline beyond the shore.
Minimalist map poster · French Polynesia
Papeete Map Poster & Print
17.5347° S / 149.5684° W
Tahiti's capital curving along a reef-sheltered harbour, with steep valleys and ridges rising directly behind the waterfront.
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Papeete in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Papeete, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Papeete at home
The map
About this Papeete map poster
Papeete stretches along the northwest coast of Tahiti, the largest island of French Polynesia. From above, its streets hug a narrow coastal plain, because the land rises quickly into steep ridges and deep valleys cut by streams. The town centre is dense along the harbour. Further out, it thins into long, finger-like neighbourhoods that reach up the valley floors.
The barrier reef shelters the harbour, and a pass through the reef leads to the open sea. The port island of Motu Uta sits in the middle of the basin, linked to the shore. West of the city, the runway of Faa'a International Airport runs along the coast. It is partly built out onto the reef flat and forms a long straight mark on the map.
Papeete is the administrative and commercial centre of French Polynesia and the arrival point for most visitors to the islands. A waterfront boulevard and a large covered market sit at its heart. A Papeete map poster captures the meeting of coral reef, harbour and mountain in a simple black and white drawing, with the island's interior left open and quiet.
- Population
- 26,000
- Coordinates
- 17.5347° S / 149.5684° W
- Elevation
- 42 m
- Time zone
- Tahiti
- Region
- Papeete, French Polynesia
Motu Uta
The port island in the middle of the harbour, connected to the mainland and extended with quays and container yards. It forms a distinctive angular shape in the basin.
Valley neighbourhoods
Residential streets follow narrow valleys up from the coast. They form long branches of roads separated by empty ridges, a pattern typical of Tahiti's mountainous terrain.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Papeete
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Papeete
A map that means something
If you have lived in Tahiti, sailed into Papeete or begun a Polynesian journey there, this map is a gentle reminder of the island. The reef line and the branching valleys create an organic pattern that feels calm rather than busy on the wall.
Personalise the title and subtitle, add a date and adjust the coordinates line. Choose one of five styles, including Noir, Paper and Blueprint. Download the 300 DPI files instantly for $9, or order a matte print shipped by a nearby print partner.
Order the Papeete posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Papeete map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Papeete poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Papeete poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Papeete poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Papeete poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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