Insiders' Guide to Waiheke

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Insiders' Guide to Waiheke

Favourite places to eat

7 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Akitō
153 Ocean View Rd
7 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Fantastic seafood restaurant, relaxed environment, sea views, owned by renowned chef Josh Emett
78 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
The Oyster Inn
124 Ocean View Rd
78 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Fantastic seafood restaurant, relaxed environment, sea views, owned by renowned chef Josh Emett
Great burgers - must try the kumara fries!
18 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Stefano's Waiheke Island
18 Hamilton Road
18 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Great burgers - must try the kumara fries!
21 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Three Seven Two
21 The Strand
21 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
best authentic Italian on the island, grab a takeaway and head to the beach.
La Dolce Vita
30 Belgium St
best authentic Italian on the island, grab a takeaway and head to the beach.
food cart favourite! Sri lanken with a smile.
Indy's Curry Pot
18 Erua Road
food cart favourite! Sri lanken with a smile.

Food scene

Great fresh produce, local products & specialty goods, frozen meals, cabinet lunch food, smoothie bar & good coffee.
20 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
The Island Grocer
110 Ocean View Rd
20 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Great fresh produce, local products & specialty goods, frozen meals, cabinet lunch food, smoothie bar & good coffee.
2min drive or a 20min walk from the cottage- great for wine tasting, great place to enjoy the sunset and The Archive Bar is fantastic for more casual dining, platters.
86 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Mudbrick Restaurant at Vineyard
126 Church Bay Rd
86 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
2min drive or a 20min walk from the cottage- great for wine tasting, great place to enjoy the sunset and The Archive Bar is fantastic for more casual dining, platters.
Great convenient fresh food store, easy parking, good wines.
25 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
RAW at Waiheke - Fresh Fruit & Vege Market
4 Putiki Rd
25 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Great convenient fresh food store, easy parking, good wines.
enjoy the best sunsets over a platter and glass of award winning local wine.
The Archive Bar & Bistro
126 Church Bay Road
enjoy the best sunsets over a platter and glass of award winning local wine.

Shopping

Fantastic organic & ethically made yoga and off-duty clothing,
WE'AR Yoga Clothing & Off Duty Wear
114 Ocean View Rd
Find all the best local wines, plus regional & international favourites at this one store. Family owned, great service & tastings available.
11 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Waiheke Wine Centre
153 Ocean View Rd
11 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Find all the best local wines, plus regional & international favourites at this one store. Family owned, great service & tastings available.

Neighbourhoods

A lovely quiet seaside village, friendly locals, all the essentials like good shops, cafes & a beautiful white sand beach. Close to the ferry & great local walks. The best part of the Island to holiday.
30 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Oneroa
30 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
A lovely quiet seaside village, friendly locals, all the essentials like good shops, cafes & a beautiful white sand beach. Close to the ferry & great local walks. The best part of the Island to holiday.

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Getting around on Waiheke.

You can easily get around by walking or trying one of the islands' electric buses. There are bus routes to visit popular areas like Palm Beach and Onetangi. You can hire scooters, electric bikes and cars on the Island. To get out the far end and visit Man O’ War Bay you will need to drive, or catch the Man O' War bus transfer shuttle.
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The Saturday markets is a must.

Great way to feel the local community, enjoy a coffee, but some local preserves, fresh produce & maybe some shopping. We recommend trying Green Revolution smoothies & Helios German bread & cheeses.
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A movie night at our very unique cinema

Yes, Waiheke has a community cinema located in Oneroa near the library. Its a small space, but super comfortable with a selection of various sofas to enjoy. Great snacks too!
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Holidays with kids

There are a couple of companies on the island that hire out portacots, highchairs, car seats and toys to make holidays that much easier. Little Oneroa and Palm beach have the best kid playgrounds. Wild on Waiheke is great with kids, who can roam free around the grounds. Check out Artworks during school holidays, as there is often fun activities and shows running for the little people.