Sightseeing on Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island sightseeing is a great way to spend a day on the island. Stroll around the attractions such as the sculpture park at Connells Bay, the gardens at Te Whau, find some souvenirs and delicious food at the Ostend Market, or visit the Stony Batter gun emplacements from WWII. View the map below or scroll down to see the list of sightseeing attractions.

Artworks Courtyard

Waiheke Artworks

At the top of Oneroa Village, Artworks incorporates the Community Gallery, theatre, cinema, library, Beach Radio, Whittakers Musical Museum, arts and crafts, a cafe and bar and the Waiheke Visitor Information Centre.

Location: Artworks, Oneroa
For more information phone (09) 372 2941

Connells Bay Sculpture Park

Connells Bay

Breathtaking coastal property with special spaces dedicated for a growing New Zealand sculptures, which are scattered throughout the park. Open by appointment only, mid October to mid April. Bookings are essential and children must be supervised.

Location: Cowes Bay Road, Connells Bay
For more information visit www.connellsbay.co.nz

Ostend Market

Ostend Markets

A colourful weekly market with a great atmosphere. The market sells hand-made crafts, ceramics, pottery, fruit, vegetables, food, clothing and plants.

The market operates every Saturday from 8.30am to 12.30pm.
Location: Ostend War Memorial Hall.
For more information visit www.ostendmarket.co.nz.

Stony Batter Gun Emplacements

Stony Batter

Built during WWII, this is a fascinating place to visit with its restored network of 1.3km's of tunnels, three concrete gun emplacements, magazines, an engine room, command post and associated military history.

Location: eastern end of Waiheke. Access via Man O' War Bay Road
For more information visit www.doc.govt.nz

Te Whau Garden

Te Whau Garden

Te Whau has a beautiful garden bush walk which is open to the public. Highlights include gardens fully planted with subtropicals, perennials, palms, and natives, a moderate grade forest track through coastal broadleaf forest, and garden art and sculpture.

Location: Vintage Lane, Te Whau
For more information visit www.tewhaugarden.co.nz

Toytime

Toy Time

A nostalgic review of over 2,000 diecast models and toys on display.

Open Sundays only from 10am - 4pm.
Location: 51 Pacific Parade, Surfdale
For more information phone (09) 372 8659

Waiheke Island Historical Village

Waiheke Historic Village

This village consists of the Woolshed Museum and two cottages, which display a collection of artifacts, including the textile gallery, photography display, wool press and whaler's cauldron.

Location: 165 Onetangi Straight, Onetangi
For more information phone (09) 372 7143 or (09) 373 6861

Whittakers Musical Museum

Whittikars Muscial Museum

A unique opportunity to see a well presented show featuring a variety of instruments dating back to the 1500's.

Open 10am - 4pm, the show begins at 1pm.
Location: Artworks Courtyard, 2 Korora St, Oneroa
For more information phone (09) 372 5573 or visit www.musical-museum.org

Other Things to Do

Bliss by the beach

Bliss by the Beach

While visiting Waiheke Island, why not treat yourself to some indulgent time-out? Check out Bliss by the Beach, a beauty therapy and spa treatment company located within Oneroa village. For more information visit www.blissbythebeach.co.nz.