What to do and see in Waiheke Island, North Island: The Best Shopping

February 24, 2022 Terina Blouin

Artists and free-spirits mingle with the rich and famous on this blissful island, a haven of beautiful beaches, gastronomical treasures and small wineries. Browse the dozens of art galleries and craft stores of the Waiheke Arts Trail between dips in the emerald waters. Soar above the landscape on a chartered scenic flight, then refuel your engine with a casual beachfront café meal or an upscale, multi-course affair. Waiheke boasts several boutique vineyards, perfect for sipping, sampling and savoring New Zealand’s fine wines.
Restaurants in Waiheke Island

1. Azzuro Groves

152 Te Whau Drive, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1971 New Zealand +64 9-372 2700 [email protected] http://www.azzurogroves.com/
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Azzuro Groves

Come and try the products in our store at the Tasting Bar. When you taste any one of the extra virgin olive oils we have on show you will be impressed with their taste and will know instantly that these are world-beaters. You can't miss our brag wall that is full of gold, silver awards and medals from New York, Los Angeles, Japan and NZ. Taste our medal-winning balsamics from Italy, native bush honey, rubs, and olives. Browse our up-market gift boxes that showcase our products. CHRISTMAS HOURS: Closed Dec 25 to Jan 2 2018

2. Rangihoua Estate

1 Gordons Road Rocky Bay, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1971 New Zealand +64 9-372 6214 [email protected] http://www.rangihoua.co.nz
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4.5 based on 94 reviews

Rangihoua Estate

Located on beautiful Waiheke Island, Rangihoua Estate are olive growers and producers of premium, internationally-awarded Extra Virgin Olive Oil.We welcome visitors during opening hours to try our oils. The Tasting Room is open during the Summer Season (1 October - 31 May):Monday - Saturday: 11am - 3pmSundays & Public Holidays: 11am - 2pmWinter Season:Wednesday - Sunday: 11am - 2pmIf you would like to learn even more about the making of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and all its taste and health benefits, please call or email to book a friendly and informative tour. If you are looking for a gift or treat, in addition to our Extra Virgin Olive Oil, the Tasting Room stocks other complementary products including artisan foods, pottery, natural beauty products, books and candles. Rangihoua Estate also has lovely gardens surrounded by olive groves and native New Zealand Forest, forming a natural amphitheatre. Through-out the year we host public events including the Waiheke Olive and Artisan Food Festival each November and the Waiheke International Jazz Festival every April.

Reviewed By 840gabrielh - Bellaire, United States

Rangihoua Estate is located on the lower slope of a hill in Waiheke Island and focuses on growing various species of olive trees. It produces excellent olive oil, and the range of flavors is quite pronounced. Your host(ess) will give you a tour that explains the process of harvesting and pressing olives, as well as the various types of olives used in the process of making first class extra virgin olive oil. We were also shown a short video, which was quite informative. The estate also produces honey, including Manuka honey, a New Zealand specialty. While you are tasting olive oil, try the various salsas and other concoctions on offer. They are fabulous! The tasting room also has an eclectic collection of souvenirs, including a large, rustic, hand-carved chess set.

3. Christine The Artist Goldsmith

106b Ocean View Road, Oneroa, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081 New Zealand +64 9-372 7509 [email protected] http://www.theartistgoldsmith.com/
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Christine The Artist Goldsmith

Retail outlet for the creations of specialist jewellery maker Christine Hafermalz-Wheeler. 'Christine's jewellery is like no other you will ever wear: a single glance confirms this.' Ask to try her signature Double Rings, she is probably the world's best maker of these startling adornments. Each piece is unique, one-off, made by her own hand, so yours will be the only one in the world!

4. Waiheke Wine Centre

153 Ocean View Road, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081 New Zealand +64 9-372 6139 [email protected] http://www.waihekewinecentre.com/
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Waiheke Wine Centre

Reviewed By DownhillDan - Auckland, New Zealand

We stopped in at the Wine Centre to try and get some bottles of wine we had sampled at lunch and also to taste some wines from a vineyard where we had run out of time. The range of Waiheke wines was very extensive and the wine tasting machine was innovative and fun. Despite being busy with a number of requests and customers, the store manager was relaxed and friendly. He gave us a quick run down on the machine, offered us water to have between tastings, and even offered to open the deck at the back of the shop so we could look out over Oneroa Beach while tasting. Mission accomplished - we stocked up on our lunchtime wine and also came away with a couple of extras The Wine Centre and its tasting machine is a really good wine tasting back-up for those times vineyards are closed(most often midweek) or if you want to taste wines from different vineyards in one session. I also noticed a very good range of craft beers lurking in the fridge!

5. The Waiheke Honey House and Cafe

22 Totara Road, Onetangi, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081 New Zealand +64 22 215 8647 [email protected] http://www.waihekehoneyhouse.co.nz
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

The Waiheke Honey House and Cafe

The Honey House Cafe has an exceptional home made brunch menu and delicious ice cream sandwiches, teas and coffees. Our tasting room and shop features free sampling of our famous organically farmed Honeys and Olive oils. All this is set in our Olive Grove of 1000 trees and extensive wetlands. The park like setting allows for relaxed and informal time off the beaten track.

Reviewed By V1811IRjimmyc

We were exploring the island and stumbled upon this absolutely stunning cafe. It is on a private 15 acres that is filled with olive trees and a gorgeous wetlands/river flowing through the middle. Try the ham and cheese croque - it was perfect. The coffees and the homemade ginger ale were 10/10 too. This was by far our favorite spot on the island and highly recommend it to anyone who’s looking for top notch food with even better views

114 Ocean View Road Shop 4, Oneroa, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081 New Zealand +64 210 252 0735 [email protected] http://www.spaceartgallery.co.nz/index.html
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Space Art Gallery

A contemporary art Gallery established in 2013 representing established Waiheke artists. Artists of the gallery: Paul Radford, Kiya Nancarrow, Mary Ferguson,Katie Trinkle Legge, Jay Lloyd, Maria Lloyd, and Olivier Duhamel.

2 Korora Road, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081 New Zealand +64 9-372 9907 [email protected] http://www.waihekeartgallery.org.nz/
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Waiheke Community Art Gallery

Thirty five minutes into the morning sun from downtown Auckland lies beautiful Waiheke Island - home to a lively community of painters, sculptors, jewellers, photographers and ceramicists. Nestled between world-famous vineyards, olive groves and stunning beaches you will find the Waiheke Community Art Gallery ~Te Whare Taonga o Waiheke - promoting visual arts to an international standard and providing a focal point for arts-related activities. Our diverse range of exhibitions is updated monthly and designed to inspire and delight, bringing the best of New Zealand art to the island and offering the best of Waiheke's art to the world. The gallery is supported by our wonderful shop featuring high quality New Zealand ceramics, glass, jewellery and art forms - something for all! Our two national annual award exhibitions (Walker and Hall award for 2-dimensional art held in October) and Perpetual Guardian Prize for Small Sculpture (held in May) attract entries from all over New Zealand.

Reviewed By KKiwis

Visited the Arts Centre again on recent trip to Waiheke. Tucked up around the corner from the Library in Oneroa, a definite must visit!!! The centre always has a great range of exhibitions and a diverse retail shop area representing a wide selection of NZ Art Great art to buy and also some great gifts available too, at a variety of price points .. Something for everyone. Congratulations to all involved

8. Factory Ceramics

9 Tahi Road, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081 New Zealand +64 9-372 2663 [email protected] http://shop.factoryceramics.co.nz/
Factory Ceramics

With 20 years of ceramic learning, we employ many techniques from throwing and hand building, to slip-casting, sgraffito and digital image transfer. Our design aesthetic acknowledges beauty as well as function. Our works are for best and everyday. Our Factory Shop displays our range of designs for sale.

9. Timmy Smith

2/143 Oceanview Road, Oneroa, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081 New Zealand +64 27 290 9400 [email protected] http://www.timmysmith.co.nz
Timmy Smith

A heartfelt service for ways to connect to memories and moments using jewellery, sand and the comfort of tea. Timmy designs pieces that allow you to connect to the coastline or area you feel a deep connection to.

10. Upcycle Redesign Store

Oceanview Rd Pendragon Mall, Oneroa, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081 New Zealand +64 9-558 3956 http://www.facebook.com/UpcycleWaiheke
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

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