Waiheke Island Sightseeing
Waiheke Island sightseeing is a great way to spend a day on the island. Stroll around the attractions such as the sculpture park at Connells Bay, the gardens at Te Whau, find some souvenirs and delicious food at the Ostend Market, or visit the Stony Batter gun emplacements from WWII.
Connells Bay Sculpture Park
Breathtaking coastal property with special spaces dedicated for a growing New Zealand sculptures, which are scattered throughout the park. Open by appointment only, mid October to mid April. Bookings are essential and children must be supervised.
Location: Cowes Bay Road, Connells Bay
For more information visit www.connellsbay.co.nz
Ostend Market
A colourful weekly market with a great atmosphere. The market sells hand-made crafts, ceramics, pottery, fruit, vegetables, food, clothing and plants.
The market operates every Saturday from 8.30am to 12.30pm.
Location: Ostend War Memorial Hall.
For more information visit www.ostendmarket.co.nz.
Scenic Flight
Take off from Waiheke Airfield to buzz around the most picturesque Island in the Hauraki Gulf, Waiheke Island - The Island of Wine. From above you'll see every bay, every vineyard and every beach from Matiatia to Stony Batter. This is an absolute must see and the only way to capture all of the Island's intricacies in shape and stature.
Minimum 12 Minutes Flight Time.
$49 per person, minimum 2 people.
Click here to view details and to book
Stony Batter Gun Emplacements
Built during WWII, this is a fascinating place to visit with its restored network of 1.3km's of tunnels, three concrete gun emplacements, magazines, an engine room,
command post and associated military history.
Location: eastern end of Waiheke. Access via Man O' War Bay Road
For more information visit www.doc.govt.nz
Te Whau Garden
Te Whau has a beautiful garden bush walk which is open to the public. Highlights include gardens fully planted with subtropicals, perennials, palms, and natives, a moderate grade forest track through coastal broadleaf forest, and garden art and sculpture.
Location: Vintage Lane, Te Whau
For more information visit www.tewhaugarden.co.nz
Toytime
A nostalgic review of over 2,000 diecast models and toys on display.
Open Sundays only from 10am - 4pm.
Location: 51 Pacific Parade, Surfdale
For more information phone (09) 372 8659
Waiheke Community Art Gallery
The Waiheke Community Art Gallery is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting visual arts and crafts. The gallery exhibits works by local, national and international artists and the shop offers a range of reasonably priced art and gifts.
Admission is free.
Location: 2 Korora Rd , Oneroa
Telephone: (09) 372 9907
Open 7 dyas 10am to 4pm
Waiheke Island Farmers Market
Held every Sunday 10am - 2pm - rain or shine!
No 7 Belgium St
Ostend
Waiheke Island Historical Village
This village consists of the Woolshed Museum and two cottages, which display a collection of artifacts, including the textile gallery, photography display, wool press and whaler's cauldron.
Location:
165 Onetangi Straight, Onetangi
For more information phone (09) 372 7143 or (09) 373 6861
Whittakers Musical Museum
A unique opportunity to see a well presented show featuring a variety of instruments dating back to the 1500's.
Open 10am - 4pm, the show begins at 1pm.
Location: Artworks Courtyard, 2 Korora St, Oneroa
For more information phone (09) 372 5573 or visit www.musical-museum.org