Top Things to do in Waimakariri
Top 10 Things to do in Waimakariri, South Island
Discover the best top things to do in Waimakariri, New Zealand including Hiking New Zealand, Kaiapoi i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, Lavender Fields, Kaiapoi Food Forest, Oxford Museum, Ohoka Farmers Market, Woodford Glen Speedway, Arts in Oxford, Glentui Loop Track, Darjon Vineyard.
Restaurants in Waimakariri
1. Hiking New Zealand
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 203 reviews
From the moment you contact the team here at Hiking New Zealand you will feel reassured that we have the depth of knowledge and experience that make us New Zealand's most comprehensive outdoor adventure specialist.We are here to ensure you choose a wilderness holiday that is exactly what you want - whether its challenge, rest, discovery or simply getting away from mobile networks (and the boss)! We are here to help you choose the best wilderness holiday for you. And that's no small task. Your time is precious and the choices seem endless.We are a small and passionate team who get real enjoyment out of matching you to the best possible holiday whether its travelling in New Zealand, Australia, Antarctica or as far away as Mongolia. We have a real passion for active travel, wild places and their conservation that we would love to share with you. As avid hikers, mountain bikers, canoeists and "give everything a go" people we are able to use our own personal knowledge and experience to provide guidance on which adventures will ensure your travel expectations are exceeded.
2. Kaiapoi i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
Located on the corner of Williams & Charles Streets with free parking for cars and campervans we are only 20 minutes from the Christchurch Airport. We are the closest i-SITE operating in the Christchurch City region. Free booking service transport, accommodation and activities nationwide.
3. Lavender Fields
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Lavender Fields, 20 minutes north of Christchurch, incorporating gardens, nursery and gift shop, is a family owned and operated business. Visitors to 224 Waikuku Beach Road are encouraged to wander around the fields, observe the distillation process (Feb-March), visit the shop, stocked with quality oils and body products, and discover the large range of lavenders in the nursery.
4. Kaiapoi Food Forest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Imagine walking through a park that is ideal for picnics and family and friends to get together and wander around... This park is special its filled with food...over 30 types of apple, pears, plums, apricots, nuts and berries...over 1000 trees and plants have been donated to this community run destination.. come for a visit... there is so much to do in Kaiapoi... walk along the river, visit the wonderful shops and the large number of restaurants and great cafes
Reviewed By Ngaizone - Christchurch, New Zealand
This is an excellent spot to stroll and sample the increasing number of goodies. Meetings are held so you can learn about bees, kumara growing, food growing. Very friendly place to visit. Has a food stand so you can donate your extra food or help yourself to donations. Thank you for this lovely place.
5. Oxford Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By danigross88 - Christchurch, New Zealand
A well maintained, well staffed lovely little town museum! Full of interesting trinkets and memorabilia from the region over the last 100 or so years! Only negative is the bowling balls with swastikas on them, they might want to consider removing these.
6. Ohoka Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
A popular weekly farmers market held every Friday morning from 9am til 12.30pm. Only 20 minutes from Christchurch. The market operates in all weather all year round. Our market supports over 50 local food producers and growers. Visitors mingle with the locals to get the best of the freshest breads, organic veges and seasonal fruits, coffee, hot brunch selections, artisan products, fish, beer, wine, plants and flowers. Winter is a busy market and summer is huge. Ohoka is a country market located in the domain. It is popular so expect to walk a short distance on busy days. Childrens playground, toilets and EFTPOS available.
Reviewed By TheSnakebite - Ohoka, New Zealand
I generally go on a Friday stat day and ventured there around 10am on show day in November. The place was busy and had plenty of great stalls selling all sorts of things such as baking, Olive Oil, wine, vegetables, seedlings, meat, Eggs, fruit, exotic mushrooms, cheese, olives, nuts, etc etc. Also there are several craft stalls and several food trucks serving a variety of different styles of food. If you are in the area on a Friday morning then it is definitely worth a visit particularly on a Stat day.
7. Woodford Glen Speedway
8. Arts in Oxford
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By julienz123
We went when they were having an artists day. Everyone was friendly explaining what they were doing and they offered to let us make paper. Good exhibition on the walls too. Free to enter.
9. Glentui Loop Track
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
Always check the website for changes that might affect your trip.
Reviewed By MoleNZ - Blenheim, New Zealand
Glentui loop track ; a lovely bush walk through native forest, across a pretty stream , up and down quite steep steps and the odd scramble over rocks. Not suitable for the very young or the very old, but otherwise a charming walk of about an hour with a pretty picnic area at the car park. A perfect family outing for maybe a half day, near to Oxford.
10. Darjon Vineyard
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 3 reviews
