Gisborne What to See & Do

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Gisborne is full of wonderful things to see and do, with something for everyone. If it's not here, you won't have to travel far to find it. As this country is known as the 'Adventure Capital of the World', you can always find thrills of every kind nearby, from bungy jumping and skydiving to jet boating and white-water rafting. Our 14 national parks are perfect for tramping, where spectacular scenery abounds. Our geothermal hotspots provide natural thermal pools, shooting geysers and bubbling mud pools, while our incredible wildlife is a must-see for animal lovers. There are plenty of picturesque beaches for swimming, surfing or relaxing, mountain ranges for skiing and snowboarding, glassy lakes for fishing and water sports, and native forests for exploring. Try delicious gourmet delights, visit an art or craft studio, go shopping, check out a Maori cultural performance or take advantage of our exciting range of events. And that's just the beginning!

Gisborne: Gisborne is a prosperous, vibrant, sunny, port city. Gisborne's Waikanae beach has attracted surfers since the 1960s. Grapes are grown in vast quantities and Gisborne has consistently won awards for some of the best wines in the country. The Tairawhiti Heritage Trails take in many historic sites. Two museums also preserve this region's rich European and Maori cultural heritage with Wyllie Cottage being the oldest surviving European house in Gisborne. The large Olympic pool complex will provide hours of play for the children and a dive pool and other water activities will keep adults challenged. Eastwoodhill Arboretum is home to New Zealand's largest and finest collection of exotics trees and shrubs with walking tracks for all levels of fitness. Vineyard tours are popular, as are the dining venues throughout the city.