A day out in Paihia
Paihia is in Northland, New Zealand. Hopalong knows 5 things to do and 2 places to eat here. Prices are approximate adult prices in NZ$.
Top things to do in Paihia
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
NZ$74 · Waitangi · about 180 min
Where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, with a museum, meeting house and war canoe. NZ residents pay $37.
Russell waterfront
Free · Russell · about 90 min
A historic little town across the bay. Ferry fare extra.
Haruru Falls
Free · Haruru Falls · about 45 min
A wide horseshoe waterfall; a track from Waitangi leads there.
Paihia beach and wharf
Free · Town · about 45 min
The waterfront where ferries and cruises leave.
Paihia to Opua coastal walkway
Free · Opua · about 120 min
Bays, mangroves and boardwalks; check the tide first.
Free things to do in Paihia
- Haruru Falls (Haruru Falls): A wide horseshoe waterfall; a track from Waitangi leads there.
- Paihia beach and wharf (Town): The waterfront where ferries and cruises leave.
- Paihia to Opua coastal walkway (Opua): Bays, mangroves and boardwalks; check the tide first.
- Russell waterfront (Russell): A historic little town across the bay. Ferry fare extra.
Where to eat
- Café breakfast or lunch on Marsden Road (Town, around NZ$25): Cafés face the bay.
- Dinner in Paihia (Town, around NZ$45): Restaurants near the waterfront.
Step-free and pram-friendly ideas
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds · step-free
- Haruru Falls · pram-friendly
- Paihia beach and wharf · step-free · pram-friendly
- Russell waterfront · pram-friendly
Access information can change. Check with the venue if access is essential.
Typical weather in Paihia
| Month | Low | High | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 24°C | 8 |
| April | 11°C | 20°C | 12 |
| July | 7°C | 16°C | 15 |
| October | 11°C | 20°C | 12 |
Approximate long-term averages, not a forecast.