Must-see attractions in Waiheke Island

  • Man O' War

    Waiheke Island

    Settle in with a tapas platter and a glass of Man O' War's Valhalla chardonnay at Waiheke's only beachfront tasting room. If the weather is good, go for a…

  • Waiheke Island Artworks

    Waiheke Island

    The Artworks complex houses the Artworks Theatre, the Waiheke Island Community Cinema, the attention-grabbing Waiheke Community Art Gallery and Whittaker…

  • Stony Batter Historic Reserve

    Waiheke Island

    At the eastern end of the island, privately owned Stony Batter has WWII tunnels and gun emplacements that were built in 1941 to defend Auckland’s harbour…

  • Wild on Waiheke

    Waiheke Island

    Showcasing its offerings in a modern bar-and-bistro complex, this winery and microbrewery offers tastings and activities including archery and laser clay…

  • Connells Bay

    Waiheke Island

    A pricey but excellent private sculpture park featuring a stellar roster of NZ artists. Admission is by way of a two-hour guided tour. There are only a…

  • Stonyridge

    Waiheke Island

    Waiheke's most famous vineyard is home to world-famous reds, an atmospheric cafe and the occasional yoga session on the breezy decks. Order a bottle of…

  • Goldie Estate

    Waiheke Island

    Founded as Goldwater Estate in 1978, this is Waiheke’s pioneering vineyard. The attached delicatessen sells well-stocked baskets and platters for a picnic…

  • Peacock Sky

    Waiheke Island

    Peacock Sky combines a rustic vineyard ambience with wine tasting (from $3), and main dishes ($30 to $35) and shared platters ($34 to $48) tinged with…

  • Whittaker’s Musical Museum

    Waiheke Island

    Part of the Waiheke Island Artworks complex, Whittaker’s Musical Museum has a collection of antique concert instruments.

  • Waiheke Community Art Gallery

    Waiheke Island

    This interesting little gallery showcases the work of local artists. It's worth dropping by just to scour the gift shop for treasures.

  • Dead Dog Bay

    Waiheke Island

    Wander steep pathways through privately owned rainforest, wetlands and gardens scattered with sculpture. Cash only.

  • Azzuro Groves

    Waiheke Island

    This hilltop tasting room showcases some of Waiheke's finest olive oils and also sells other artisan food products.

  • Passage Rock Wines

    Waiheke Island

    'Waiheke's most awarded winery' serves excellent pizza among the vines.

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