Top Things to do in Matakana
What to do and see in Matakana, North Island: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Matakana is a small town in the Rodney District of New Zealand. Warkworth lies about 9 km to the south-west, Snells Beach the same distance to the south, Omaha is about 7 km to the east, and Leigh about 13 km to the north-east.
Restaurants in Matakana
1. Kiwiness Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 93 reviews
Kiwiness Tours is a Matakana based tour and transport service offering a range of guided day out options from wine and craft beer tours, evening kiwi sanctuary tours at Tawharanui, scenic day trips, beach visits, chocolate boutiques, local pottery, private sheep farm visits, gelato & real fruit ice cream, honey tasting and amazing eateries! This is your first choice for people wanting tours offered in true kiwi style, nothings a problem approach! The modern minivan seats up to 11 people (other vehicles available on enquiry) and has a large cargo hold for holiday luggage, outdoor adventure gear or any supplies needed for your destination. Larger group bookings can also be arranged.
2. The Concierge Passenger Service
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
Large Passenger Service 8, 11 and 17 seater. Matakana Bespoke winery experience $99pp (Transport and 4 wineries, 4 tastings) Concerts, Weddings, Charter and Tours.
3. Morris & James
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4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By 321sandrad - Wellington, New Zealand
Great pottery beautiful colours in the pots and wall art . Some are like art pieces in the pots which can be very big . All pieces are bubble wrapped for taking away .
4. The Vintry Matakana Wine Centre and Lounge Bar
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
Boutique Wine Bar offering over 40 local wines, 20 craft beers & a great spirit range. Stunning light plates priced around $10 each. Relaxed, welcoming environment, with chilled seating & views of the Farmers Market.
5. The Vivian Gallery
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Sparky81
The Vivian under its new Director is continuing its established innovative and exciting mix of exhibitions with local, national and international artists. Well supported by the locals, its also well worth travelling some distance to see. Their Facebook page always tells you what is on. Highly recommended.
6. Matakana Cinemas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
A stunning three-theatre boutique cinema complex situated in the heart of Matakana Village, 50 minutes north of Auckland.
Reviewed By Wagaitwag - Northland Region, New Zealand
Matakana is certainly a trend setter, and the cinema is just one part of the whole package. Three cinemas with wonderful decor and the seating was excellent in the cinema we watched a movie, Spacious, with easy access to comfortable seats.Very enjoyable.
7. Honest Chocolat
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4.5 based on 17 reviews
All our chocolates are made in small batches by our chocolatier Nico Bonnaud and the team in Matakana Village. You can view our chocolate kitchen through the window when you visit. We focus on honest flavours and honest ingredients to make some of the best chocolates you will have ever tasted. We use single origin, ethically sourced chocolate and no artificial flavourings, preservatives or palm oil. Our products include luxury gift boxes containing our fine water ganache bonbons, through to our elegant chocolate tablets and moreish chocolate coated nuts.
Reviewed By Mai_201988 - Auckland, New Zealand
I really enjoy every visit to Honest Chocolat. Lovely chocolate tasting & Yummy hot chocolate! We watched the chocolatier hand decorate bonbons.. a very special experience.
8. Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland
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4.0 based on 65 reviews
Ascension is a beautiful vineyard in Matakana just 40 minutes north of Auckland. With our own rustic cellar door and restaurant we are the perfect location for wine tasting and lunch. We also host stunning weddings and stylish corporate events in the Belfry our fully self contained Function Centre. Life is too short to drink boring wine! Our philosophy has evolved to craft small quantities of distinctive, terroir-driven wines from both traditional and very unusual varieties. Expensive techniques regarded as "special" by many wineries, such as cane pruning, extensive leaf plucking, crop thinning and hand harvesting, are standard here. We make small batches of our handcrafted wines, which you can only buy through our cellar door, restaurant or website. The best way to experience Ascension is to visit us! We look forward to sharing Ascension with you because it is not just a business for us. It's our life.
9. Omaha Bay Vineyard
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By I1503OSlisaw - Auckland Central, New Zealand
We came for a mothers day lunch...a day early. The venue is a very authentic wine cellar feel where you can do a wine tasting then head outside to the covered deck area. We had lunch outside with a huge view of omaha. Food is a selection of vineyard platters with cheese and meats etc, quite nice not to have a big selection. Platter was beautiful and the wine lovely, prices were reasonable aswell. Will definitely be back.
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