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Activities around Kāpiti

Looking to make the most of your visit to Kāpiti? We’ve curated a list of our favourite local attractions that showcase the very best our region has to offer. Whether you’re into nature and wildlife, scenic walks and cycle rides, heritage and culture, family fun, or great food and drink, there’s something here for everyone. These hand-picked experiences highlight the unique charm of Kāpiti — perfect for rounding out your day or planning an extended stay.

Family Fun

Coastlands Aquatic Centre

Family Fun

Kapiti Miniature Railway & Model Engineering Society Inc

Family Fun

Marine Gardens (Raumati)

Family Fun

Starlight Arcade

Food & Drink

Ambience Café - Paraparaumu

Food & Drink

Kāpiti Coast Craft & Farmers Market (Saturday, Paraparaumu)

Food & Drink

Long Beach Café & Tavern - waikakae

Food & Drink

Olde Beach Bakery & Long Beach Tavern (Waikanae Beach)

Food & Drink

Relish Café – Waikanae

Food & Drink

Riverstone Café – Otaki

Food & Drink

Salt & Wood Collective – Waikanae

Food & Drink

The Lock Up Kapiti - Paraparaumu

Food & Drink

Waterfront – Raumati

Heritage & Culture

Mahara Gallery (Waikanae)

Heritage & Culture

Steam Inc Heritage Railway (Paekākāriki)

Heritage & Culture

Wellington Tramway Museum

Nature & Wildlife

Kāpiti Island Nature Reserve

Nature & Wildlife

Ngā Manu Nature Reserve

Nature & Wildlife

Waikanae Estuary

Scenic Walks & Rides

Paekākāriki Escarpment Track (“Stairway to Heaven”) 

Scenic Walks & Rides

Queen Elizabeth Park Cycle & Tram Ride

Scenic Walks & Rides

Ōtaki Forks

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