Anakena
Seven statues of Ahu Nau-Nau and older single statue of Ahu Ature Huke.
Places to visit at Easter Island
Use the cards below to plan your days: most archaeological areas lie inside Rapa Nui National Park and require the park ticket. Combine coastal sites with town walks and viewpoints.
Star ratings reflect how strong a “wow” factor and uniqueness typically feel for visitors—not scientific value. Every site deserves respect: stay on marked paths, don’t climb moai, and carry water and sun protection.
Archaeological sites
Ahu Akivi
The only statues facing the ocean.
Ahu Huri A Urenga
Single moai with four hands, astronomically aligned.
Ahu Tongariki
Biggest ahu with 15 moais.
Orongo
Ancient stone village where the birdman competitions took place.
Puna Pau
Quarry for the red moai statue topknots.
Rano Raraku
Quarry where 95% of the moai statues were made, still with hundreds of statues left here.
Tahai
Area close to town with several statues, common for sunset photography.
Vinapu
The most perfectly fit ahu is found in this area.
Beaches
Volcanoes
Poike
Stunning views, unique archaeology and caves. Book a guided hike tour to not miss the jewels this volcano has to offer.
Rano Kau
Offers a stunning view of a dramatic, perfectly circular crater with a lake at the bottom.
Terevaka
The highest point of Rapa Nui, 500 m above the sea.
Caves
Ana Kai Tangata
Small cove where certain birdman ceremonies took place. Has paintings in the ceiling.
Ana Kakenga
A cave that splits into two tunnels overlooking the ocean.
Ana O Keke
Young girls were secluded here to obtain a fair skin.
Ana Te Pahu
A long tunnel that used to house large families.
Ana Te Pora
Small cave with a well-structured, clean open space.
Markets
Feria
Central market in the heart of town Hanga Roa with local vegetables and fish in the morning, and local handicrafts all day.
Mercado artesanal
Artisan's market by the church. Only handicrafts are sold here.
Crafts at Hanga Roa prison
The prison has a limited selection of handicrafts but they are offered in a unique environment.
Streets
Atamu Tekena
Main street of town Hanga Roa with many restaurants, shops and the central market.
Te Pito O Te Henua
Leading from the church down to the ocean, crossing Atamu Tekena. It has post office, a few shops and restaurants.
Sites are graded based on the experience they offer to visitors and their uniqueness.
