Food and Wine scene
Delicious selection of tasty, light and healthy food, known for its fresh berry ice creams, smoothies, live music in the summer months and beers
66 locals recommend
Toad Hall
502 High St SDelicious selection of tasty, light and healthy food, known for its fresh berry ice creams, smoothies, live music in the summer months and beers
Boutique vineyard, winery and restaurant set in Upper Moutere (about a 20 minute drive from the studio)
Bookings essential if dining
9 locals recommend
Moutere Hills Vineyard
42 Eggers RoadBoutique vineyard, winery and restaurant set in Upper Moutere (about a 20 minute drive from the studio)
Bookings essential if dining
Motueka's own craft beer bar, Janet the host is friendly & helpful.
18 taps of quality, locally brewed beers & ciders. Fine selection of local wines and consistently good food including pizzas, burgers to steaks - Carl the chef makes everything yum
18 locals recommend
Sprig & Fern Motueka
Wallace StreetMotueka's own craft beer bar, Janet the host is friendly & helpful.
18 taps of quality, locally brewed beers & ciders. Fine selection of local wines and consistently good food including pizzas, burgers to steaks - Carl the chef makes everything yum
Smoking Barrel donuts are world famous, their glass cabinet is full of filled and fried flavours to temp anyone
31 locals recommend
The Smoking Barrel
105 High StSmoking Barrel donuts are world famous, their glass cabinet is full of filled and fried flavours to temp anyone
Open from 7am till 3pm serving delicious breakfast, lunch and cabinet goodies. Evening dining on Friday and Saturday nights. Perfect every time 👍
6 locals recommend
The Village Cafe Motueka
194 High StOpen from 7am till 3pm serving delicious breakfast, lunch and cabinet goodies. Evening dining on Friday and Saturday nights. Perfect every time 👍
Hangar Round Cafe
16 College StreetWatch the skydivers land just 50m away
Offering both a range of menu items and cabinet food, the Pah Street Café is the perfect place to pick up a bite to eat or indulge in a delicious meal. Opening Hours Tuesday - Sunday
10am - 2:30pm Wednesday - Saturday 5pm - Late
the pah street cafe
108 High StreetOffering both a range of menu items and cabinet food, the Pah Street Café is the perfect place to pick up a bite to eat or indulge in a delicious meal. Opening Hours Tuesday - Sunday
10am - 2:30pm Wednesday - Saturday 5pm - Late
Parked up at 489 High Street, these are the best wraps you will find in Motueka, from pulled pork, Texas-style beef to BLT, just delicious
Wrapshack
489 High StreetParked up at 489 High Street, these are the best wraps you will find in Motueka, from pulled pork, Texas-style beef to BLT, just delicious
Alberta's is a popular cafe, set on the beautiful Mapua Wharf. The food has a focus on gluten-free, dairy-free & vegan options as well as Kiwi-cafe favorites like muffins, scones and brownie. They also serve real-fruit ice creams and the gourmet shakes are becoming quite famous.
18 locals recommend
Albertas
Alberta's is a popular cafe, set on the beautiful Mapua Wharf. The food has a focus on gluten-free, dairy-free & vegan options as well as Kiwi-cafe favorites like muffins, scones and brownie. They also serve real-fruit ice creams and the gourmet shakes are becoming quite famous.
Sally is a wonderful baker & barista, offering fresh food, friendly customer service and the best spot to chill out after a walk or bike ride. Fun watching the antics at the boat ramp 🤣
Coastal Coffee Cart
Ward StreetSally is a wonderful baker & barista, offering fresh food, friendly customer service and the best spot to chill out after a walk or bike ride. Fun watching the antics at the boat ramp 🤣
Amazing handmade wood fire pizzas, great selection of beer & wine, set in a beautiful location with happy and vibrant staff great atmosphere, well worth the 15min drive. 5 Star
North Eatery
Amazing handmade wood fire pizzas, great selection of beer & wine, set in a beautiful location with happy and vibrant staff great atmosphere, well worth the 15min drive. 5 Star
A short drive up the river to Ngatimoti where you'll find River Haven
A Cafe Bus– open 7 days a week
A Clubhouse Restaurant – experience fine local food & wine
The General Store - providing all the essentials
The Vineyard - set alongside the spectacular Motueka River
River Haven
A short drive up the river to Ngatimoti where you'll find River Haven
A Cafe Bus– open 7 days a week
A Clubhouse Restaurant – experience fine local food & wine
The General Store - providing all the essentials
The Vineyard - set alongside the spectacular Motueka River
Neighbourhoods
Relax on the golden sands of Kaiteriteri, this is a fabulous beach for swimming, paddle boarding or take a cruise into the Abel Tasman National Park, its truely extraordinary
54 locals recommend
Kaiteriteri
Relax on the golden sands of Kaiteriteri, this is a fabulous beach for swimming, paddle boarding or take a cruise into the Abel Tasman National Park, its truely extraordinary
A charming seaside village with boutique art, sculptures, jewellery and galleries to wonder around, great food and beer all at the Mapua Wharf. Best Fish n Chips
77 locals recommend
Māpua
A charming seaside village with boutique art, sculptures, jewellery and galleries to wonder around, great food and beer all at the Mapua Wharf. Best Fish n Chips
The gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park lies Mārahau, a small coastal settlement. Marahau is around 19kms north of Motueka, where you can walk the coastal track, horse ride along the beach or dine at the picturesque waterfront cafes.
14 locals recommend
Marahau
The gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park lies Mārahau, a small coastal settlement. Marahau is around 19kms north of Motueka, where you can walk the coastal track, horse ride along the beach or dine at the picturesque waterfront cafes.
Sightseeing
This runs every Sunday from 8am till 1pm at the Decks Reserve Carpark, in Wallace Street. Everything from fruit & vege to gourmet cheeses and German sausages.
18 locals recommend
Motueka Sunday Market
This runs every Sunday from 8am till 1pm at the Decks Reserve Carpark, in Wallace Street. Everything from fruit & vege to gourmet cheeses and German sausages.
Feeling adventurous, try Skydive Abel Tasman, with views of the national park, turquoise blue waters, lush native forest and golden sandy beaches, just breathtaking
12 locals recommend
Skydive Abel Tasman
16 College StFeeling adventurous, try Skydive Abel Tasman, with views of the national park, turquoise blue waters, lush native forest and golden sandy beaches, just breathtaking
A range of trails from beginners to advanced spread over the low hills of the recreation reserve, tucked behind the village and away from the beachfront.
24 locals recommend
Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park
37 Martin Farm RdA range of trails from beginners to advanced spread over the low hills of the recreation reserve, tucked behind the village and away from the beachfront.
The Abel Tasman National Park is renowned for its golden beaches, sculptured granite cliffs and its world famous coast track. Water Taxis and Sea Shuttles leave from Kaiteriteri Beach regularly, bookings are essential.
204 locals recommend
Abel Tasman National Park
The Abel Tasman National Park is renowned for its golden beaches, sculptured granite cliffs and its world famous coast track. Water Taxis and Sea Shuttles leave from Kaiteriteri Beach regularly, bookings are essential.
This short easy walk to the resurgence of the Riwaka River from the base of Takaka Hill. The walkway passes through lush native bush alongside the cool clear water of the Riwaka river.
33 locals recommend
The Riwaka Resurgence
Riwaka Valley RoadThis short easy walk to the resurgence of the Riwaka River from the base of Takaka Hill. The walkway passes through lush native bush alongside the cool clear water of the Riwaka river.
Janie Seddon Shipwreck
Motueka QuayWell worth the walk on the track (just across the road from the driveway)
Hire an E bike from Mapua or Kaiteriteri and explore the Great Tasman Taste Trail or catch the Mapua Ferry over to Rabbit Island, ride through pine forest out to the beach front
Kiwi Journeys Bike Hire (Mapua depot)
08 Aranui RdHire an E bike from Mapua or Kaiteriteri and explore the Great Tasman Taste Trail or catch the Mapua Ferry over to Rabbit Island, ride through pine forest out to the beach front
Rainbow Ski Area is a great mountain within the world famous Nelson/Marlborough lifestyle region. Rainbow captures regular winter snow, all groomed to create a stunning winter playground.
Operating Hours: 9:00am to 4:00pm
Operating Season: Mid July until the end of September
Closed Tuesdays
Snow Report 08 322 2605
Mountain 03 531 1861
Access Road: 17km from State Highway 63 turnoff. Chains must be fitted or carried by all vehicles at all times from base car park. Shuttle service runs multiple trips daily from base car park.
9 locals recommend
Rainbow Ski Area
Rainbow Ski Area is a great mountain within the world famous Nelson/Marlborough lifestyle region. Rainbow captures regular winter snow, all groomed to create a stunning winter playground.
Operating Hours: 9:00am to 4:00pm
Operating Season: Mid July until the end of September
Closed Tuesdays
Snow Report 08 322 2605
Mountain 03 531 1861
Access Road: 17km from State Highway 63 turnoff. Chains must be fitted or carried by all vehicles at all times from base car park. Shuttle service runs multiple trips daily from base car park.
Split Apple Rock Cruise
Riwaka-Kaiteriteri RoadA relaxing coastal cruise to the iconic Split Apple Rock
Just a 2 minute walk from your front gate
The Nelson Tasman region’s only saltwater baths lie on the Motueka foreshore.
11 locals recommend
Motueka Saltwater Baths
North StreetJust a 2 minute walk from your front gate
The Nelson Tasman region’s only saltwater baths lie on the Motueka foreshore.
Admire more than 150 cars in immaculate condition, open daily between 10am - 4pm
74 locals recommend
World of WearableArt & Classic Cars Museum
1 Cadillac WayAdmire more than 150 cars in immaculate condition, open daily between 10am - 4pm
Day Spa
Relax and unwind with a range of natural spa treatments
Kimi Ora Eco Resort
99 Martin Farm RoadI love this place, best range of spa treatments
Food scene
Wonderful place for ice cream or fruit yogurt. Freshly made in front of you once you have pondered over the flavour. ... too many to choose from. Lots of seating great place to experience a fruit of the Tasman area. Also sell seasonal fruit and vegetables.
Thomas Brothers Cherry And Real Fruit Ice Cream Stall
484 Main Rd RiwakaWonderful place for ice cream or fruit yogurt. Freshly made in front of you once you have pondered over the flavour. ... too many to choose from. Lots of seating great place to experience a fruit of the Tasman area. Also sell seasonal fruit and vegetables.