Entertainment & Activities
Waiwera Thermal Resort
21 Waiwera RdSnowplanet
91 Small RdGreta indoor snow slope
Food Scene
Great array of local produce, typically organic and fresh
154 locals recommend
Matakana Village Farmers' Market
2 Matakana Valley RdGreat array of local produce, typically organic and fresh
Hayami Japanese Restaurant
9 Tamariki AveGreat traditional Japanese
Drinks & Nightlife
Coast - Bites & Brews
342 Hibiscus Coast HwyGreat craft beer on the waterfront
DOWNBEAT Cafe & Bar & Restaurant
326 Hibiscus Coast HwyGood live Jazz etc.
Muldoon's Irish Bar
8H Moana AveReal Kiwi bar
Sightseeing
This is a must see, the history of this Bohemian community is displayed on the walls
22 locals recommend
The Puhoi Pub Hotel & Stables...Est 1879
5 Saleyards RdThis is a must see, the history of this Bohemian community is displayed on the walls
Matakana Village Books
2 Matakana Valley RdLots o art and wineries in this region
Mansion House
5 Schoolhouse Bay RdThe original NZ Government, Go on ferry from Sandspit
Parks & Nature
Wenderholm Regional Park
37 Schischka RdJust across the road, great beach and bushwalks
Beautiful white sand surf beach, combine with Matakana food /wine experience
45 locals recommend
Omaha Beach
Broadlands DriveBeautiful white sand surf beach, combine with Matakana food /wine experience
Tiritiri Matangi Island
Great day out from Gulf Harbour Marina Tiri ferry
Arts & Culture
Sculptureum
40 Omaha Flats RdAmazing experience, take time to read all the installations
Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail
17 Arabella LnA great culture trail
Shopping
Westfield Albany
219 Don McKinnon DrEverything is here