Food Scene
Because of the fabulous coffee and the yummy eats sourced locally wherever possible.
38 locals recommend
Nourish Cafe
4 Te Puna RdBecause of the fabulous coffee and the yummy eats sourced locally wherever possible.
Because of the Eastern/Pacific fusion food and philosophy of communal eating - fun to go with friends to share the plates. Happy hour 4 - 6pm with a well stocked bar.
30 locals recommend
Macau Bar Kitchen & Lounge
59 The StrandBecause of the Eastern/Pacific fusion food and philosophy of communal eating - fun to go with friends to share the plates. Happy hour 4 - 6pm with a well stocked bar.
Drinks & Nightlife
Brew Co
109 Maunganui RdVaudeville Bar
314 Maunganui RoadMusic venue, great cocktails and ambience
Sightseeing
Because of the uninterrupted panoramic views overlooking Tauranga city and harbour, Mount Maunganui, along the Bay of Plenty coast line and out to sea over orchards, farmland and hill country.
12 locals recommend
Minden Lookout
431 Minden RdBecause of the uninterrupted panoramic views overlooking Tauranga city and harbour, Mount Maunganui, along the Bay of Plenty coast line and out to sea over orchards, farmland and hill country.
Less than an hour's drive away - a great day trip to the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movie set location. Book in advance as this is very popular - well worth it.
161 locals recommend
Hobbiton Movie Set station
501 Buckland RdLess than an hour's drive away - a great day trip to the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movie set location. Book in advance as this is very popular - well worth it.
Parks & Nature
This is a lot of fun and there are so many tracks through beautiful gardens - a very special place. Walking tracks, scultures, picnic areas, butterfly house and wonderful views.
67 locals recommend
Te Puna Quarry Park
110 Te Puna Quarry RoadThis is a lot of fun and there are so many tracks through beautiful gardens - a very special place. Walking tracks, scultures, picnic areas, butterfly house and wonderful views.
All ages and abilities can enjoy the winding boardwalks through wetland areas and around the inner estuary. The Daisy Hardwick section of the walkway was named after the woman who, with her husband in the 1940s, first lived in our house. She was a well known horticulturalist.
15 locals recommend
Waikareao Estuary Walkway
Estuary WalkwayAll ages and abilities can enjoy the winding boardwalks through wetland areas and around the inner estuary. The Daisy Hardwick section of the walkway was named after the woman who, with her husband in the 1940s, first lived in our house. She was a well known horticulturalist.
Arts & Culture
The village is a collection of original and replica buildings from early Tauranga set in gorgeous gardens and natural bush surrounds. Experience the charm of yesteryear as you stroll down the cobbled streets. Shop for a great selection of local art and gifts.
61 locals recommend
The Historic Village
17th Ave WestThe village is a collection of original and replica buildings from early Tauranga set in gorgeous gardens and natural bush surrounds. Experience the charm of yesteryear as you stroll down the cobbled streets. Shop for a great selection of local art and gifts.