Wendy, a 2 day stay in Papeete will be pretty dull. I would suggest a day trip to Moorea -- overnight would be even better! We went to the "Bounty" museum in Papeete ($11 one way cab fare from the hotel, but I understand there is a bus) which was mildly interesting. The museum of Papeete (can't remember exact name, but NOT the Gauguin one) is very interesting and worth a visit -- don't know cab fare or bus availability.
