A day out in Gisborne
Gisborne is in Gisborne, New Zealand. Hopalong knows 4 things to do and 2 places to eat here, plus day trips to Rere. Prices are approximate adult prices in NZ$.
Top things to do in Gisborne
Tairāwhiti Museum
NZ$5 · City · about 60 min
Local art and history, including a shipwreck bridge.
Titirangi (Kaiti Hill) lookout
Free · Titirangi · about 45 min
Views over Poverty Bay where Cook first landed.
Waikanae Beach
Free · Waikanae Beach · about 90 min
Town beach a short walk from the centre.
Wainui Beach
Free · Wainui · about 75 min
Popular surf beach just east of the city.
Free things to do in Gisborne
- Waikanae Beach (Waikanae Beach): Town beach a short walk from the centre.
- Titirangi (Kaiti Hill) lookout (Titirangi): Views over Poverty Bay where Cook first landed.
- Wainui Beach (Wainui): Popular surf beach just east of the city.
Where to eat
- Café lunch in the centre (City, around NZ$22): Cafés on Gladstone Road.
- Dinner at the inner harbour (City, around NZ$45): Waterfront restaurants.
Step-free and pram-friendly ideas
- Waikanae Beach · step-free · pram-friendly
- Tairāwhiti Museum · step-free
Access information can change. Check with the venue if access is essential.
Day trips from Gisborne
Rere
- Rere Rockslide (Free): A 60-metre natural rock waterslide. Bring a boogie board.
Typical weather in Gisborne
| Month | Low | High | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 25°C | 6 |
| April | 10°C | 19°C | 8 |
| July | 5°C | 14°C | 10 |
| October | 10°C | 19°C | 8 |
Approximate long-term averages, not a forecast.