The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Gisborne Region, North Island

March 6, 2022 Jana Sager

Discover the best top things to do in Gisborne Region, New Zealand including Wrights Vineyard & Winery, Bushmere Estate, Saint Mary's Church, Millton Vineyards & Winery, Tairawhiti Museum, Muirs Bookshop, Poverty Bay Wine Estates Ltd Bridge Estate Vineyard, Dome Cinema, Sunshine Brewery & Taproom, Smash Palace.
Restaurants in Gisborne Region

1. Wrights Vineyard & Winery

1093 Wharerata Road, Manutuke 4010 New Zealand +64 27 656 8222 [email protected] http://www.wrightswines.co.nz
Excellent
85%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 59 reviews

Wrights Vineyard & Winery

Winery, Cafe, Cellar Door located at our organic certified vineyard in Gisborne. We are Open for guided winemaker winery and wine tasting tours only at present, 12 pm, bookings essential $30 pp. Our hours in January are Mon - Sat 11am-4pm, with live music in January on Saturdays from 1.30pm. For hours outside these times please check our website. Come and relax and taste our wines, we have food, coffee, beer and non alcoholic drinks. We offer our customers Gourmet Pizza's at our cellar door, winery. Our place has a great family atmosphere, with a separate area for the kids to play - swings, swings and sand pit. Plus petanque for the adults.

Reviewed By 368christinar - Hamilton, New Zealand

Great family business, very pleasant outdoor setting under vines; their farmers pizza with home made pesto was delicious, wine tasting service to table was superb, and local blues live music a bonus! Recommend it.

2. Bushmere Estate

166 Main Road RD1 Matawhero, Gisborne 4071 New Zealand +64 6-868 9317 [email protected] http://www.bushmere.com
Excellent
82%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 79 reviews

Bushmere Estate

Reviewed By BexMay_12 - Wellington, New Zealand

Came for lunch and a wine tasting and wow! Pork belly was amazing, wine was fabulous and service was great! Brought two bottles to enjoy at home. A must stop winery in Gisborne!

3. Saint Mary's Church

Te Aroroa Road Tikitiki, Gisborne New Zealand http://nzhistory.govt.nz/media/photo/tikitiki-church-war-memorial
Excellent
85%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 47 reviews

Saint Mary's Church

Reviewed By NZMacLeods - Waiuku, New Zealand

This church doesn't look like too much outside, still nice, but inside is beautiful. Def worth a stop to take a peek and see the beautiful windows and carvings.

4. Millton Vineyards & Winery

119 Papatu Road, Manutuke 4053 New Zealand +64 6-862 8680 [email protected] http://www.millton.co.nz/
Excellent
83%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 53 reviews

Millton Vineyards & Winery

We will be closed for Christmas day, Boxing Day, New Years day and the 2nd of January 2020. The Millton Vineyard’s three individual Gisborne vineyards; Opou, Te Arai and the Clos de Ste. Anne are located in Manutuke. The unique character of the appellation is its proximity to the influence of the Pacific Ocean together with the geologically youthful sedimentary soils. Cooling sea breezes keep the climate friendly and temperate in high summer. Traditional viticulture is practiced in all vineyards and all are dry-farmed, with no insecticide, herbicide, systemic fungicide or soluble fertilisers used.

Reviewed By R298YWpetert

Small and really authentic winery experience. Had a tasing and really enjoyed the vino and local knowledge shared. There was a family picnic day and it felt so welcoming and casual. The chardonnay was world class. Also try the Chenin blanc. Could have spent all afternoon there.

5. Tairawhiti Museum

10 Stout Street, Gisborne 4010 New Zealand +64 6-867 3832 [email protected] http://www.tairawhitimuseum.org.nz/exhibits-galleries/semi-perm-exhibits/default.asp
Excellent
52%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 179 reviews

Tairawhiti Museum

Tairawhiti Museum and Art Gallery has a reputation as one of the most innovative regional museums in New Zealand. Our vision is to be an integral part of the Tairawhiti community and to stimulate passion for the stories of our region. Entry is free for local residents and $5 for visitors. Entry is free for children 12 years and under and Friends of the Museum. The Exhibit Cafe is open for lunches, brunches, morning and afternoon teas. A wide menu is available and changes with the seasons. The cafe is open from 9am - 1.30pm Monday to Friday, and 9.30am - 1pm on Saturdays. The Tairawhiti Museum shop stocks a high-quality range of gifts. We pride ourselves on supporting local artists and makers.

Reviewed By MurrayN41 - Wellington, New Zealand

Lots of interesting exhibits to wonder around and I particularly liked the area dedicated to local artists.

6. Muirs Bookshop

62 Gladstone Road, Gisborne 4010 New Zealand +64 6-867 9741 [email protected] http://www.muirsbookshop.co.nz
Excellent
79%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 24 reviews

Muirs Bookshop

Opening in 1905 Muirs Bookshop is New Zealand's oldest operating bookshop. Set in a long, narrow colonial building the shop is full of the very best literature for adults and children. The many thousands of books are accompanied by a large selection of magazines, cards, wrap and some games.

Reviewed By jahill128

I loved the selection of unusual books in the children's section. The cafe was great. We all enjoyed our cake choices. Definitely worth a visit.

7. Poverty Bay Wine Estates Ltd Bridge Estate Vineyard

16 Riverpoint Road, Gisborne 4071 New Zealand +64 29 232 2576 [email protected] http://www.povertybaywine.co.nz
Excellent
73%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 15 reviews

Poverty Bay Wine Estates Ltd Bridge Estate Vineyard

Vineyard and Cellar Door with wine tastings of Bridge Estate Bordeaux blend wines and wines under the Poverty Bay label, Food avilable during the day. Open during summer months 11.00 AM until 6.00 PM Wednesday till Sunday. Degustation tstings by arrangement.

Reviewed By fredann1

Having driven past here many times on the way to and from work, I had always thought it looked an interesting place, especially since the new outdoor area was roofed over. Yesterday, with a friend, we called in here for a drink, and spent a very pleasant hour sitting chatting in the sun enjoying the ambiance and a drink or two. There was an interesting wine, beer and cider list, the citrus cider was particularly nice on a warm afternoon while my friend enjoyed the beer. We will definitely be back.

8. Dome Cinema

38 Childers Road Poverty Bay Club, Gisborne 4010 New Zealand +64 83243005 http://www.domecinema.co.nz
Excellent
80%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 45 reviews

Dome Cinema

Reviewed By EllieCambridge - Cambridge, New Zealand

A complete surprise to discover this boutique cinema in the former billiards room of the historic Poverty Bay Club building. Fantastic decor, great bar snacks and we ordered delicious pizza for delivery at intermission. You pay cash for the movie, and eftpos is accepted at the bar for drinks from a list which includes interesting local wines. Seating includes single and double bean bags as well as a range of chairs/sofas, and blankets were handed out as well to keep us warm on the winter’s night. Highly recommended.

9. Sunshine Brewery & Taproom

49 Awapuni Road, Gisborne 4010 New Zealand +64 6-867 7777 [email protected] http://sunshinebrewing.co.nz/
Excellent
67%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 76 reviews

Sunshine Brewery & Taproom

Inspired by Gisborne’s notoriously long summers and legendary surf breaks, Sunshine is a boutique brewery from the East Coast that celebrates the important things in life: sun, surf, mates and good beer. Since 1989, we’ve been brewing top quality beers for top quality people.

Reviewed By winbin1

Awesome buzzy vibe , delicious pizza , and divine beers to sample in the lovely hot gisborne weather . We did a tasting paddle , all were great beers . Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable about all the beers .

10. Smash Palace

24 Banks Street, Gisborne 4010 New Zealand +64 6-867 7769 [email protected] http://www.smashpalace.strikingly.com
Excellent
61%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 18 reviews

Smash Palace

Smash Palace is all about good times with great live music, delicious drinks + food and awesome locals. It has been judged New Zealand’s Best Music Entertainment Venue and has been a favourite with locals and visitors for 30 years.

Reviewed By RoseB2958 - Gisborne, New Zealand

The best live music venue in New Zealand for 2019! Build a band night every Friday (unless there's a gig), Pub Choir on Tuesday nites, Handle Club with a jackpot prize every Wednesday nite, regular gigs of local and overseas talent. A great bar with varied clientelle, and a social friendly inviting atmosphere.

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