Location: Havelock North
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The 10 Best Things to do in Havelock North, North Island
Havelock North is a suburb of Hastings, New Zealand, in the North Island's Hawke's Bay district. It was a borough for many years until the 1989 reorganisation of local government saw it merged into the new Hastings District, and it is now administered by the Hastings District Council. Areas within Havelock North include Anderson Park, Iona, Havelock North Central, Te Mata and Te Mata Hills, according to the census units of Statistics NZ.
Restaurants in Havelock North
1. Keirunga Park Railway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By mat6174 - Singapore, Singapore
Loved the care taken to design the tracks, going on bridges and tunnels, with a charming garden surrounding the train track. Our boys loved the visit; would heartily recommend to families.
2. AKARANGI
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By GFoley83 - Wellington, New Zealand
A highlight during a recent trip to Hawke's Bay. Morton (owner) is a character and provides the exact type of experience you hope to get when visiting a cellar door by providing a history of the winery itself, the delicious wines on offer and answering ad-hoc questions with wit and humour.
3. Te Mata Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By 565francisb - Sydney, Australia
Te Mata Park is a must-visit if you are spending time in Hawke's Bay. It's rich in Maori cultural tradition and history. Well-signposted walks and mountain-bike tracks, coupled with magnificent views to all corners of the compass.
4. Smith & Sheth
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Village Cellar Door: An intimate space to enjoy a flight of Smith & Sheth CRU wines, located in the Courtyard, Village Exchange in Havelock North. Heretaunga Studio Experience an exclusive sensory wine journey through our craft. Wine Lounge: Crossing into the evening hours, the Smith & Sheth CRU Cellar Door turns into a cozy Wine Lounge.
Reviewed By 175jenniferw - Hamilton, New Zealand
A unique experience A wine tasting with a difference, audio visual event Sonja was amazing, incredibly knowledgeable A generous array of wines , Well worth a leisurely afternoon Our own personal sommelier Excellent wines enjoyed with great friends Highly recommend
5. Arataki Honey Visitor Centre
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4.5 based on 384 reviews
You will be amazed at what you will discover when you visit Arataki Honey Visitor Centre. Here you will be able to explore the fascinating world of the humble honeybee in a modern & interactive environment. With many activities on offer including an extensive retail section, everybody young & old will truly have “A Sweet Experience”. Free Entry Free Honey Tasting Group bookings Open 7 days 9.00am – 5.00pm; Closed Christmas Day, Closed Good Friday, Closed Easter Sunday.
Reviewed By jacquelinem251 - Hastings, New Zealand
Two trips to this wonderful place to show our g grand daughters how and where our honey comes from. Spent several hours watching the bees working and discovering the "queen"with videos to explain the process. There is a dressing up corner either for boy or girl - exciting for them. Of course honey tasting is a must Free entry and a great educational as well as fun A "must" to do and enjoyed by young and old alike
6. Birdwoods Gallery
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4.5 based on 525 reviews
Birdwoods Gallery is a very special place in the heart of Hawke's Bay. Set in the countryside just 3km from Havelock North Village, Birdwoods Gallery and its small companion, the Birdwoods Sweet Shop, are a 'must see' for young and old. Three historic buildings have been relocated to this pretty rural setting and transformed to become a distinctive and enchanting visitor attraction. Enjoy our famous morning or afternoon tea or come for a delicious garden lunch with family or friends. (Lunch bookings recommended). End it off with a delicious real fruit ice-cream from our little Ice Cream Shop (summer time) or an espresso coffee and cake. Birdwoods is a place 'Where Everything has a Story'.
Reviewed By EN_holiday - Wellington, New Zealand
I knew the venue had an art gallery and sweet shop - what I also found was a gorgeous oasis of lawn, trees and stunning large stone sculptures at very reasonable prices. There was live music, so wandering around the sculptures with a fresh fruit ice cream was a delight. There is also and extensive cafe, indoor art and craft gallery and then the cute sweet shop. This is a lovely place for family to visit. This would also make a great venue for an event, with a cute private room within the garden.
7. Havelock North i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By robertjA8653EO - Pontypool, United Kingdom
what a fantastic place to visit, the visitor information centre told us about the peak and the scenery from the summit, tremendous. You should try it , you can walk, hike, run or drive to the peak which is well worth the effort
8. Karituwhenua Stream Walkway
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By D6958ETchristineb - Havelock North, New Zealand
Great walk with kids..theh can paddle along in the shallow stream, look for painted rocks, run ahead without fear then maybe enjoy a picnic before returning via a the second track. Both tracks through beautiful trees carefully nurtured by a few dedicated locals, very peacful place to be. Dog owners love the walkway as well.
9. Maraetotara Falls
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4.5 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By 68skp70 - Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
This place is easy to get to off the Waimarama Rd turnoff before Ocean Beach if headed to the beach. 2 minute drive off the main road. There are three parking areas and three tracks to the falls. The middle track by the portaloo is the easiest grade and can be walked in jandals. Easy to get into the waterfall pool and swim around. The rope swing is safe for jumping into the water. You can also get to the top of the falls.
10. Te Mata Estate Winery & Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 96 reviews
Te Mata Estate is the oldest winery in New Zealand still operating. Our entire focus is fine wine production. There's no restaurant or accommodation here, only a small Cellar Door for tastings. Unlike other producers we are a working winery who undertake every winemaking step on site. Te Mata Coleraine and Bullnose have both been ranked in James Suckling’s ‘Top 50 Wines of the World’, and the winery has been awarded Robert Parker's highest classification 'Outstanding Producer, Five Stars'. Our tasting list covers all of our wines, but only six at a time. VIP tours are available with 24 hours notice. #1 on Decanter's List of 2019 wineries to visit worldwide.
Reviewed By ColNP - New Plymouth, New Zealand
As my wife hasn't visited this area for over 25 years we decided to check out a few vineyards in the Hawkes Bay area. We looked at Te Mata on the website and that was our first visit. What a wonderful, knowledge gathering experience. The young lady who was doing the tastings was an expert in getting across the basics of choosing a good wine and how your pallet picks up different flavours and tastes/aromas in different wines. She didn't try to up-sell us to wines we didn't want and let us choose what we liked. A great ambassador for the Te Mata estate Winery. If you do a tasting ($10.00) 5 different wines, and you purchase any wine the tasting becomes free! Give it a go, you might enjoy it!
