Wairarapa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Wairarapa
Where to stay in Wairarapa
Masterton Central
While visiting Masterton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Museum of Early Childhood and Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History.
Solway
While visiting Solway, you might make a stop by sights like Vintage Aviation Museum and Old Stick & Rudder Company.
Lansdowne
While visiting Lansdowne, you might make a stop by sights like Henley Lake and Queen Elizabeth Park.
Te Ore Ore
While there might not be top attractions in Te Ore Ore, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Henley Lake and Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History.
Kuripuni
While Kuripuni isn't home to many top sights, Vintage Aviation Museum and Museum of Early Childhood are some notable places to visit nearby.
Homebush
While Homebush isn't home to many top sights, Henley Lake and Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History are some notable places to visit nearby.
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Reception service was poor.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
For a newer hotel I was surprised that the chair in my room had already started to fray and it hadn’t been replaced
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Rydges Wellington
We did not use restaurant. The room was ideal with the lounge/ dining/ kitchen space as we were a family group with toddler and could get together without all sitting on the bed! Luggage drop no issue with friendly staff. Swimming pool and small gym also available. Location was great. Access to railway ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Parehua Resort
From check-in with Charlotte to the very end of the stay everything was absolutely perfect. The resort is tucked away amongst the vineyards, a quick walk/shuttle to just about anywhere you could desire. Their on property restaurant was a delightfully delicious surprise. We loved the pool and hot ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Greytown Campground
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Everything was perfect from the time we checked in until check out. Used the laundry and was easy to use with instructions very clear. Took a long time for clothes to dry but unit ran quietly while we slept and wash and dry done by same machine. Highly recommend. Did not try the gym and pool. Elevator ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Castlepoint Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Castlepoint Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Castlepoint. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Castlepoint Lighthouse
Find out about the history of Castlepoint when you take a trip to Castlepoint Lighthouse. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Cape Palliser Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Cape Palliser with a visit to Cape Palliser Lighthouse. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Martinborough Vineyard
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Martinborough Vineyard during your travels to Martinborough. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the wineries.
Daysh House Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Daysh House Garden, a lovely green space in Carterton. Visit the spas in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its cafes.
Te Kairanga Wines
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Te Kairanga Wines during your travels to Martinborough. Discover the spas in this walkable area or seek out its cycling trails.
Things to do
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
Shared 90 minutes Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa
