Location: Kerikeri
Top Things to do in Kerikeri
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Kerikeri That You Shouldn't Miss
Kerikeri, the largest town in Northland New Zealand, is a popular tourist destination about three hours drive north of Auckland, and 80 km north of the northern region's largest city, Whangarei. It is often called the Cradle of the Nation, being the site of the first permanent mission station in the country, and it has some of the most historic buildings in the country.
Restaurants in Kerikeri
1. The Parrot Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 340 reviews
Wander through our glorious subtropical gardens and enjoy the entertaining antics and colourful plumage of a huge variety of exotic parrots from around the world. Enjoy getting up close and personal with our pet birds in a natural environment and get your photo taken with them and Elmo the dancing Macaw. Let the kids burn off some energy in our play area whilst you sit back and relax with refreshments and ice creams from our kiosk "Sweet Tweets"
Reviewed By clenrays - Rotorua, New Zealand
Hi Guys, I watched this on 'Travel Guides NZ' the show peaked my curiosity, so we went along for a visit, My family and I had an AWESOME experience, I highly recommend this place to all people of all ages, the staff are very informative about all the birds, there are not enough words to say about this place, but we DEFINITELY WILL BE BACK next time where in Kerikeri
2. Rainbow Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 863 reviews
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Reviewed By MurrayP550 - Porirua, New Zealand
Fantastic run or walk from the Stone Store to Rainbow falls through Totara and Kauri Forest beside the river.
3. Marty's Golf Range
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
All weather, 12 bay Golf and Archery Range situated on 16 acres with adjoining Cafe with indoor and outdoor eating areas, Small animal farm and a large childrens play area. Hire equipment available. Open 6 days Tuesday-Sunday 8am-5:30pm. NZCA parkover property. Lots of parking, Peaceful and off the main Rd.
4. The Stone Store & Kemp House - Kerikeri Mission Station
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 757 reviews
The Bay of Islands is New Zealand's foremost historic area, birthplace to Maori and Pakeha (European) relations and home of the Kerikeri Mission Station. Established in 1819, the Kerikeri Mission Station is one of New Zealand's first places where Maori invited visitors to to live among them. Built under the protection of local Maori chiefs who were keen to harness the trade and technology of Europe, Kerikeri Mission Station grew amidst a backdrop of tribal warfare and ever increasing visits from foreign ships. Located only 5 minutes from Kerikeri the Kerikeri Mission Station has a range of activites available. The grounds tour is a visitor favourite - experienced guides share stories of fierce warriors and drunken sailors and earnest missionaries who preached, taught and battled to spread the Christian message amongst Maori, a proud people with their own ancient traditions. The Kerikeri Mission Station is also the site of two of the country's oldest surviving buildings- The Stone Store and Kemp House.
Reviewed By wilma55x - Dunedin, New Zealand
Visited Stone Store and Kemp House as part of a cycling trip (C2K) organised by Northland Experiences - tour was wonderful because the guide was very interesting, knowledgeable and enthusiastic - her stories about the lives of women who lived in Kemp House were particularly interesting.
5. Aroha Island Ecological Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By pbog2018 - New Zealand, null
My mother and I stayed here recently in Tui Cottage - highly reccomend!! Everything was wonderfully clean, it was quiet with beautiful native bush and a lovely spot for swimming. We heard kiwis from out cottage!! Thank you so much to all at Aroha Island for your work, aroha nui!!
6. Cottle Hill Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By travelavecmonamour - Auckland, New Zealand
If you are in the area don’t pass this place by. If you prefer the personal touch and don’t like too many people around this is the place. This was our favourite venue. No food here but we had wine tasting by the owner who entertained while he poured. Very quietly funny he offered a great selection of wines with descriptions of the taste and how it was processed. I don’t drink and the host kindly offered water and we were invited to sit outside and enjoy the peace and quiet whilst we drank. It’s a little spot of paradise and we were all so glad we found it. Highly recommend. The wine must be good too. We left with 4 bottles!
7. Bay of Islands Honey Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Discover New Zealand's biggest beehive! Enter if you dare . . . Free honey tasting. Full range of honeys, skincare, candles, health products, giftware, and more. All weather, all ages.
Reviewed By alisonp33
This was a very cool place to visit. Yes there is a huge selection of honey related things to buy - all good value- and the owner was fantastic. So passionate about bees and so informative! Really enjoyed watching the bees behaviours and recognising the different bees roles.
8. The Old Packhouse Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
OPEN EVERY SATURDAY from 8.30am- 1.30pm indoor and outdoor - RAIN OR SHINE!!! At the Bay of Islands Old Packhouse Market you will find good, honest, farm fresh products plus value added produce, fabulous artisan breads & pastries, delicious "street" food, great coffee and music. The Old Packhouse Market is also a good place to purchase gifts from a wide range of talented Arts and Crafts stallholders. There is a Cash out facility on site and plenty of parking. Direct from Northland Producers One of the best things about the Old Packhouse Market is being able to meet the grower, producer or maker and talk with them about their products. See, touch, smell and taste the goods! Then buy, knowing that they are fresh from the source, and find out where your food has come from and how to best prepare, cook or store it.
Reviewed By rei88 - Auckland, New Zealand
Lovely market with a bit of everything and food from the old packhouse is so good, the bakery food omg !!! All their venoisery is just soooo good, from croissant to cinnamon bun and baguette coming from a French place you will love their pastry that’s for sure.
9. St James Anglican Church
10. Manginangina Kauri Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 132 reviews
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Reviewed By rorydph - Wellington, New Zealand
We were originally planning to visit Tāne Mahuta, but that was a bit too much of a drive from our Paihia accommodation so we opted to visit this forest walk instead. We're glad we did too as we've not seen a kauri forest before and we were impressed by the scale of the trees. Apart from the 3-4km of gravel road to get there, this is a beautiful spot that's an easy walk in a serene setting. Well worth a visit.
