Gisborne City at a Glance
If you’re longing for a slower pace of life, all you need do is book a holiday to Gisborne on New Zealand’s North Island and spend some quality time relaxing. The most eastern city in New Zealand, Gisborne claims to be the first city that sees the sun, and it just so happens to be one of the sunniest places in New Zealand – no wonder everyone is so laid back.
Explore Gisborne City
- Gisborne’s main city beach is Waikanae Beach, which is one of the best beaches for surf, particularly for beginners in New Zealand. Makorori Point is another renowned surf beach and can be found 8km from Gisborne, whilst Pouawa Beach is 19km north. For travellers wanting to sunbathe and relax rather than surf, both Waikanae and Midway are beautiful white sand beaches.
- Vineyards on the Raukumara Range do well because of the region’s long sunny days. The Poverty Bay wineries produce masses of bottles of wine such as Riesling and Chardonnay each year. Enjoy wine tasting at Bushmere estate or visit Millton, an organic winery where you can have a free tasting and enjoy a picnic in the vineyard. Look to visit Napier to experience more of New Zealands stunning vineyards.
- Tairawhiti Museum has various displays on Maori art as well as a maritime section featuring the original captain’s quarters and wheelhouse from the Star of Canada, a ship that ran aground on a reef near Gisborne in 1912. Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House is a fascinating place with beautiful interiors and intricate woodcarvings. You will need to arrange permission to enter the site but it is well worth it.
- If you’re feeling brave head 15km offshore with Surfit shark encounters where, two people at a time, climb into a metal cage and are lowered into the water to come face to face with mako sharks. Dive Tatapouri offer stingray feeding and eco-tour boat trips. If you’d prefer to stay on dry land then go on a Stoney Horse Trek through peaceful pine forests.
Why a Holiday to Gisborne City?
- Due to the city’s relative isolation it has managed to keep an air of small-town charm about it with its wide streets and mix of buildings. Its location on the Pacific coast, harbour, green parkland and the convergence of three rivers – the Taruheru, Turanganui and Wauata – only add to Gisborne’s attractiveness. The historic town of Russell also makes for an charming destination.
- Eastwoodhill Arboretum, 35km north of Gisborne, is a stunningly beautiful place. Lose yourself along the 25km of tracks and soak up the sunshine and scent of pine, take a picnic and do a spot of bird watching.
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