Guidebook for Mapua
Food Scene
Great hospitality, food and view - right on Mapua Wharf
52 locals recommend
Jellyfish Restaurant and Bar
6 Aranui RdGreat hospitality, food and view - right on Mapua Wharf
The Smokehouse Cafe
6 Aranui RdFantastic fish and chips as well as smoked and fresh fish
The Apple Shed Kitchen & Bar
1 Aranui RdGreat food
It was a toss up between the Ploughman's plater and the pizza - we had both!!!
23 locals recommend
Moutere Inn
1406 Moutere HwyIt was a toss up between the Ploughman's plater and the pizza - we had both!!!
Playhouse Cafe and Theatre Restaurant
171 Westdale RdEntertainment and food!
Jester House Café
320 Aporo RdVisit with the tame eels!
Drinks & Nightlife
Locally brewery where you can mingle with locals around a fire pit.
44 locals recommend
Golden Bear Brewing Company
6 Aranui RdLocally brewery where you can mingle with locals around a fire pit.
Sightseeing
Tasman Golf Club
128 Cliff RdA golf club with best views in the world!
Rabbit island
Cycle, picnic, explore!
Motueka
Small town NZ! There's nothing better!
An easy day trip - Farewell Spit (Tuhuroa) is a narrow sand spit at the northern end of the Golden Bay. You get to experience both west and east coast beaches in one location!
28 locals recommend
Farewell Spit
An easy day trip - Farewell Spit (Tuhuroa) is a narrow sand spit at the northern end of the Golden Bay. You get to experience both west and east coast beaches in one location!
Ruby Bay
Picnic and explore - calm waters and views across Tasman Bay.
Great Taste Trail
Fantastic cycle trail for you to explore near and far :-)
Gateway to the northern end of the Abel Tasman National Park plus many other great sightseeing destinations - a small town with attitude!
7 locals recommend
Golden Bay Vistor Centre
16 Willow StGateway to the northern end of the Abel Tasman National Park plus many other great sightseeing destinations - a small town with attitude!
Shopping
Tessa Mae's
68 Aranui RdFantastic selection of gifts and homeware
Nelson City
The Saturday market is a must!
Richmond
15mins from Mapua it has the best gelato I've tasted outside of Italy!
Cool Store Gallery
8 Aranui RdGreat selection of local art and jewellery.
Great little grocery store with everything you need for your stay!
28 locals recommend
Four Square Mapua
64 Aranui RdGreat little grocery store with everything you need for your stay!
Arts & Culture
The Gecko
23b Wallace StWhen you want something different to watch.
State Cinemas Motueka
Old Wharf RoadAll the latest movies.
This is a must see! Highlights from the many shows! Plus classic cars!
74 locals recommend
World of WearableArt & Classic Cars Museum
1 Cadillac WayThis is a must see! Highlights from the many shows! Plus classic cars!
Everything Else
Regular transport for people and bikes to and from Rabbit Island - part of the Great Taste Cycle Trail.
9 locals recommend
Mapua Ferry
Regular transport for people and bikes to and from Rabbit Island - part of the Great Taste Cycle Trail.
Kahurangi Estate
9 Merton PlaceA winery with wood fired pizzas - yum!
Mahana Estates Ltd.
243 Old Coach RdAnother fantastic winery - try their pinot!!
Waimea Estates
59 Appleby HwyYet another great winery with great food!
Mapua Health Centre
62 Aranui RdFor your health needs
Mapua Pharmacy
66 Aranui RdFor your health and wellbeing needs
Zoom Hair & Beauty
71 Aranui RdFor hair treatments
Hair in Mapua
68 Aranui RdFor hair treatments
Entertainment & Activities
Pet the animals and enjoy the surroundings - lots of things to do in the immediate area - swim (beach or pool), windsurf, paddle board, coffee, food, etc.
25 locals recommend
Natureland Wildlife Trust
Tahunanui DrivePet the animals and enjoy the surroundings - lots of things to do in the immediate area - swim (beach or pool), windsurf, paddle board, coffee, food, etc.