Location: Tairua
Top Things to do in Tairua
The 5 Best Free Things to do in Tairua, North Island
The town of Tairua is on the east coast of the Coromandel Peninsula in the North Island of New Zealand. It lies at the mouth of the Tairua River on its north bank and on the small Paku Peninsula. The population was 1,227 in the 2013 Census, a decrease of 42 from 2006. Tairua is a Māori name which translates literally as tai: tides, rua: two.
Restaurants in Tairua
1. Tairua Information Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Tairua is at the gateway to the eastern side of the Coromandel Peninsula. A perfect place to stop and find out all you need to know about Tairua and our surrounding areas. We can tell you everything you need to know about Tairua, Hahei, Cathedral Cove, Hot Water beach, tour options, eating places, local tramps / walkways, accommodation and all the other wonderful things we have to offer. At Tairua Information Centre we pride ourselves in excellent service. We go above and beyond to help with every inquiry. What we dont know, we do our very best to find out for our visitors. We have a lovely range of gifts and souvenirs, including NZ made products. - Intercity, Nakedbus and 'Go kiwi transport' agents. - New Zealand Courier agent.
Reviewed By insatiabletraveller - Calgary, Canada
Not all info centres in New Zealand are as good as the one in Tairua. It has a very good selection of souvenirs of all types and I would recommend stopping here if you need a souvenir for yourself or something to take back home for others.
2. Mount Paku
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 251 reviews
Reviewed By AlanL896 - Lewes, United Kingdom
It's worth climbing up the steep path to the top of Mount Paku, as the 360 degrees view from the top is wonderful.
3. The Little Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Visit The Little Gallery, where discerning art enthusiasts can enjoy and purchase affordable, quality artwork by leading local artists. This diverse, intimate gallery prides itself on offering 'a little of the best,' representing over 50 artists from the Coromandel and around New Zealand. The space is a must-see cultural destination for tourists, offering a snapshot of the local arts culture.
Reviewed By Annaliese62 - Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand
I love this gallery as its a place to discover lots of local art practitioners and see a good variety of different styles and approaches to art making. Its really a gem of Coromandel culture and well worth dropping in to see if anything appeals and to discover new artists
4. Sailors Grave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By davidwilliambarnes - Blackpool, United Kingdom
There are so many top beaches on the coast of New Zealand and this one is up with the best. A bit off the beaten track but that is part of its attraction as hardly anyone goes there. A very beautiful beach with lovely soft sand and clear waters.
5. Heaven & Earth
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By desray112
This is one of the best crystal shops I've found in New Zealand so far. Their range of crystals are amazing! They have any and every crystal you can think of. Although a little expensive, I wouldn't say it's overpriced as many other crystal shops I have found were the same if not more expensive. The staff is helpful and very friendly. I bought 5 beautiful crystals for $20.
