What to do and see in Bay of Plenty Region, North Island: The Best Shopping

Mountain Jade is home to the largest and most diverse collection of pounamu in New Zealand. Step into our workshop, meet local carvers and discover the art and stories that make up our gallery. Experience the diverse styles and artwork of talented pounamu artists from around New Zealand on one of our free daily tours. Join our friendly and knowledgeable guides as they introduce you to the history of greenstone carving in New Zealand, exploring the legends and stories which connect Māori to the stone and uncovering the traditional uses and values of pounamu. Observe the modern-day carving process as our local artists welcome you into their workshop and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and atmosphere of a small greenstone studio. Get to know our artists as they tell you about their passion and inspiration for carving. Workshop tours are free and available between 11 am - 4 pm daily. No bookings required, all ages welcome.

Taneatua Gallery is a contemporary art gallery, exhibiting works by international artists, emerging artists, and shows to revitalise our community

Come see the work of over 30 artists, crafters and up cyclers from the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Wide range of items for sale - perfect for gifts and souvenirs of your visit. Bespoke and custom orders taken. Only 10 minutes from the Whakatane i-site on the coastal road to Tauranga. Visit the nearby berry gardens. Bask in rural setting and enjoy a coffee at the attached cafe.

Are you looking for a broad range of antiques near Rotorua? We sell antiques and collectibles - typical New Zealand Antiques, jewellery, paintings, pottery, porcelain, Kiwiana, oriental, retro, scientific instruments, clocks and watches, small furniture, crown lynn, lladro, moorcroft, ivory, jade, coral, bronzes, antique bottles, vintage toys, pounamu, tools, musical instruments, art glass,...

Come into Amokura Glass to see how glass objects are made or to try working with glass yourself. Watch our artists shape one of the most dynamic and fascinating materials on earth, molten glass. Watch as the glass moves and glows! Our artists will pinch pull and blow the glass into different forms to make one of a kind glass art. After watching how the glass is shaped, you can shop in the gallery to pick up your own unique piece of glass. Want to give it a go? We offer workshops every weekend in blown and fused glass. Learn how to make your own glass paperweight, pumpkin or tile! Sign up online! Summer hours 9am- 5pm (Nov 1- April 1). Demos from 9:20-2:30 Winter house 10am- 5pm (April 1 - Nov1). Demos from 1:00- 5:00

We are an independent, family owned bookshop in the heart of Rotorua, celebrating 75 years of business in 2019. We stock a vast and eclectic array of books and are renowned for our collection of Maori titles. We are passionate about literature and recommending books we love, and provide a quality service. Walking into our shop is a book lover's dream!

A multi faceted community of creative people, enriching the arts and culture within the Bay of Plenty . A vibrant and accessible platform for community arts, performances and exhibitions. Interact with practicing profession artists one-on one in their studios, experience high quality authentic original NZ art in three unique gallery spaces.

The Arts Junction is home to Katikati's arts and information services including: ​- The Carlton Gallery with exhibitions changing fortnightly. - Visitor Information services, including Mural and Open Air Art maps, tour bookings and information. - Retail Therapy shop selling souvenirs with a New Zealand flavour made locally . - Meeting rooms and workshop space for hire. - Junction Theatre with a lively calendar of events including Folk Club performances, Monday matinees, Saturday Night Movies (2nd and 4th Saturday of the month), Film Club movies (1st Wednesday of the month), Katikati Theatre Club shows as well as other shows and performances. ​