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Discover Gisborne, a sunny region with surf beaches, wineries, natural attractions and Māori heritage. Explore the local arts scene, enjoy the fresh seafood and wine, and visit the historic landmarks and museums.
Gisborne is a city in northeastern New Zealand and the largest settlement in the Gisborne District (or Gisborne Region). It has a population of 38,200 (June 2023). Gisborne District Council has its headquarters in the central city.
- Check Out the Waterfront Statues. Strolling down the waterfront you will step across a number of historical spots marked by statues and plaques, such as the Captain Cook statue and Young Nick statue.
- Explore Eastwoodhill Arboretum. Be transported to forests from all over the world at the Eastwoodhill Arboretum. This collection of native and exotic trees covers a whopping 135 hectares (333 acres) making for an excellent place to immerse yourself in nature just outside of Gisborne.
- Enjoy the View from Kaiti Hill. Kaiti Hill, also known as the Titirangi Domain, is a great lookout point over Gisborne and its surroundings, including Wainui Beach and the white cliffs of Young Nick’s Head.
- Learn About the Local Region and Culture at the Tairawhiti Museum. A great place to start when visiting any new town anywhere in New Zealand is the local museum.
- Watch the sunrise from sacred Maunga Hikurangi. Maunga Hikurangi , Tairāwhiti Gisborne. Maunga Hikurangi is the sacred mountain of the Ngāti Porou people and the first place in the world to see the sunrise.
- Get up close to stingrays on the Tatapouri reef. Dive Tatapouri, Tairāwhiti Gisborne. Under the watchful eye of the expert guides from Dive Tatapouri, you can head to the shallow reef at low tide and observe stingrays and eagle rays up close.
- Slippery-slide down the giant natural Rere Rockslide. Fun with mates on the Rere Rockslide, Tairāwhiti Gisborne. Pack your swimwear and grab a boogie board then head to Rere Rockslide.
- Drive the Pacific Coast Highway and walk on Tolaga Bay Wharf. Tolaga Bay Wharf, Tairāwhiti Gisborne. If you're driving north from Gisborne along the Pacific Coast Highway make sure you stop in Tolaga Bay (Uawa) and walk the longest wharf in the Southern Hemisphere (660 metres long).
Discover Gisborne, the first city to see the sunrise and the location of the first Maori-British encounter. Find out what to do, where to stay, how to get there and more in this comprehensive guide.
Experience Gisborne offers a range of tours in the Tairāwhiti Gisborne region, from cycling along the coast and rainforest to visiting historic sites and vineyards. You can choose from existing tours or customise your own itinerary with the friendly and experienced owners and guides.
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Beaches. Maori Culture. Wineries. Nestled on the picturesque East Coast of New Zealand's North Island, the charming city of Gisborne awaits to captivate you with its unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture.
