Akaroa Guidebook

Lucy
Akaroa Guidebook

Food scene

New on the Akaroa food scene, The Common Cafe and Bar is is my top pick for a morning coffee, lunch or a quiet drink in the afternoon/evening. With all day sun, a quirky interior and super friendly staff, this is a must visit. Don't forget to check out the loos!
The Common
New on the Akaroa food scene, The Common Cafe and Bar is is my top pick for a morning coffee, lunch or a quiet drink in the afternoon/evening. With all day sun, a quirky interior and super friendly staff, this is a must visit. Don't forget to check out the loos!
Excellent fish, chips and burgers. Many great gluten free options.
Akaroa Fish & Chips
59 Beach Rd
Excellent fish, chips and burgers. Many great gluten free options.
Beautifully situated near the water for a special meal out
19 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Ma Maison Restaurant
6 Rue Balguerie
19 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Beautifully situated near the water for a special meal out
Excellent dining spot for a special, flavoursome night out (Indian fusion).
6 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Mandala Restaurant
40F Rue Lavaud
6 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Excellent dining spot for a special, flavoursome night out (Indian fusion).
You're able to sit on the Green over the road in the sun with your coffee and food. Super friendly owner.
9 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Peninsula General Store
40E Rue Lavaud
9 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
You're able to sit on the Green over the road in the sun with your coffee and food. Super friendly owner.
Intimate dining
14 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
The Little Bistro
33 Rue Lavaud
14 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Intimate dining
Something for every tastebud and a lovely setting
21 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar
57 Beach Rd
21 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Something for every tastebud and a lovely setting
If you feel like cooking at Rose Cottage, get your supplies from The Akaroa Butchery and Deli, just opposite the Four Square Supermarket. You'll find quality meats and local and European cheese and deli specialities.
Akaroa Butchery And Deli
67 Rue Lavaud
If you feel like cooking at Rose Cottage, get your supplies from The Akaroa Butchery and Deli, just opposite the Four Square Supermarket. You'll find quality meats and local and European cheese and deli specialities.

Sightseeing and Things To Do

The top fashion spot in Akaroa that stocks clothes, accessories and footwear for both men and women.
Ça Bouge Boutique
31 Rue Lavaud
The top fashion spot in Akaroa that stocks clothes, accessories and footwear for both men and women.
Selection of gifts, art and jewellery, with an emphasis on NZ made.
6 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Lava
61 Beach Rd
6 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Selection of gifts, art and jewellery, with an emphasis on NZ made.
This garden will blow your mind! A huge mosaic wonderland. It seems on the expensive side but once you're there it's well worth it.
26 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
La Casa de los Gigantes
70 Rue Balguerie
26 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
This garden will blow your mind! A huge mosaic wonderland. It seems on the expensive side but once you're there it's well worth it.
Fun and interesting cooking classes run by a very experienced couple. They prepare the dishes, sharing the recipes and cooking ideas for a max of 16 guests per class. You then sit down to a long lunch enjoying all the dishes you've been taught that day. Booking in advance required. Many different classes available.
The Akaroa Cooking School
81 Beach Rd
Fun and interesting cooking classes run by a very experienced couple. They prepare the dishes, sharing the recipes and cooking ideas for a max of 16 guests per class. You then sit down to a long lunch enjoying all the dishes you've been taught that day. Booking in advance required. Many different classes available.
If you're wanting to get out on the water for some sightseeing, dolphin spotting or even swimming, these guys will find the right cruise for you.
15 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Black Cat Cruises
15 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
If you're wanting to get out on the water for some sightseeing, dolphin spotting or even swimming, these guys will find the right cruise for you.

Consejos sobre la ciudad

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Walking and Biking Options

There are plenty of great walks around Akaroa for all fitness levels. The website: bankspeninsulawalks.co.nz/akaroa-walks is excellent for finding more info about these. If you're a keen mountain biker Akatrax Mountain Bike Trails is the place to head. It caters for most abilities, but especially more experienced bikers. At the moment I'm not sure you can hire mountain bikes in Akaroa so it would be wise to bring your own. Check out www.akatrax.nz for trail and payment details.