Gisborne Activities & Attractions | Tairāwhiti Gisborne

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From significant historical landmarks to stunning natural wonders

Tairāwhiti is home to an extraordinary mix of must-see and must-do attractions and experiences.

You can take a ride on a historic steam train that crosses an airport runway, hike a sacred mountain, or surf some of New Zealand’s best waves.

Adventure on railbikes, experience a reef encounter with wild stingrays, or savour local wines and fresh seafood – it’s easy to immerse yourself in the good life in Tairāwhiti.

Ultimate Kiwi Roadtrip - SH35

Fully immerse yourself in our beautiful region. From climbing the sacred Maunga Hikurangi to exploring the Cooks Cove Walk, you can truly have it all!

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Tours & Experiences

Tairāwhiti is home to a range of once in a lifetime tours and experiences

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Arts, History & Culture

From the first arrivals to first encounters, Tairāwhiti has been a destination for cultural explorers from the very start

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Wineries, Breweries & Cideries

Home to the oldest independent brewery in New Zealand, world-class wineries and award-winning ciders

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Trails & Treks

From heritage trails to hidden coves and spectacular coastal walks

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Fishing & Hunting

Remote rivers, backcountry bush and epic deep sea fishing

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Watch Dive Tatapouri live feed

See what is happening at Dive Tatapouri right now

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Dome Cinema

Enjoy a range of events from movies, blues nights & unique gigs.

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Surfing

A strong swell, consistent winds and wide-open beaches all line up to create some of New Zealand’s best breaks

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Tairawhiti/Transport

Gisborne

Rent with confidence and choose Avis for your Car Rental to explore New Zealand. Avis offers a wide range of rental cars in 38 different branches located across the country.

Tairawhiti/Transport

Gisborne

With over 40 car rental locations nationwide Budget Rent a Car can help you on the road to discovery.

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Gisborne Astro Tours

Under the dark skies of Patutahi in the East Coast, Gisborne Astro Tours is a unique and memorable experience for all ages

Tairawhiti/Tour

Gisborne Astro Tours

Insightful and captivating 2-hour astro tour as well as an intro to astronomy talk with one of New Zealand’s top astrophotographers. View rare celestial targets only seen from New Zealand’s latitude.

Te Puia Springs & Waipiro Bay/Visitor Information Centres

Gisborne District Council Office

Gisborne District Council - Te Kaunihera o Te Tairāwhiti. We are a unitary authority - both the district and regional council for the Gisborne - Tairāwhiti district.

Gisborne/Activity

Gisborne Farmers Market

Enjoy local produce, live music and delcious ready to eat food.

Gisborne/Activity

Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf

Challenge your friends and family to a game of mini golf!

Makaraka & Matawhero/Activity

Gisborne Railbike Adventures

Experience an amazing new cycling adventure on the very scenic 90 kilometres of coastal railway between Gisborne and Wairoa.

Gisborne/Transport

Gisborne Taxis

Gisborne Taxis - offering a local taxi service in Tairāwhiti Gisborne.

Gisborne/Transport

Gisborne Tours

Historical, cultural, scenic, ecological, outdoor activity, adventure, golf and winery tours.

Tiniroto/Attraction

Hackfalls Arboretum

Hackfalls Arboretum is home to over 3000 species and varieties of oaks, alders, cherries, magnolias, maples and more.

Tiniroto/Accommodation

Hackfalls Arboretum Cottage

Hackfalls Arboretum has a quiet cottage available for rent.

Tairawhiti/Accommodation

Haurata High Country Retreat

High above the picturesque hills of Tairāwhiti is Haurata High Country Retreat - a stunning haven for exclusive off the beaten track walks and exceptional accommodation in the most glorious setting.

Whatatutu & Matawai/Accommodation

Haurata High Country Retreat / Farm Walks

The Retreat is set in a seven hectare rhododendron garden.

Gisborne/Activity

HB Williams Memorial Library

The only public library within hundreds of miles and the first in the world to see the sun.

Tairawhiti/Transport

Hertz Gisborne

Discover New Zealand with a car rental from any one of our 42 branches in all major cities and airports. Our fleet of late model vehicles are equipped with the latest safety features, so you can travel in comfort and enjoy the drive.

See & Do

From significant historical landmarks to stunning natural wonders

Tairāwhiti is home to an extraordinary mix of must-see and must-do attractions and experiences.

Ultimate Kiwi Roadtrip - SH35

Tours & Experiences

Arts, History & Culture

Wineries, Breweries & Cideries

Trails & Treks

Fishing & Hunting

Watch Dive Tatapouri live feed

Dome Cinema

Surfing

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Gisborne

Gisborne

Gisborne Astro Tours

Gisborne Astro Tours

Gisborne District Council Office

Gisborne Farmers Market

Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf

Gisborne Railbike Adventures

Gisborne Taxis

Gisborne Tours

Hackfalls Arboretum

Hackfalls Arboretum Cottage

Haurata High Country Retreat

Haurata High Country Retreat / Farm Walks

HB Williams Memorial Library

Hertz Gisborne

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