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!
Akaroa Fish & Chips
59 Beach RdExcellent fish, chips and burgers. Many great gluten free options.
Ma Maison Restaurant
6 Rue BalguerieBeautifully situated near the water for a special meal out
Excellent dining spot for a special, flavoursome night out (Indian fusion).
6 locals recommend
Mandala Restaurant
40F Rue LavaudExcellent 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 locals recommend
Peninsula General Store
40E Rue LavaudYou're able to sit on the Green over the road in the sun with your coffee and food. Super friendly owner.
The Little Bistro
33 Rue LavaudIntimate dining
Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar
57 Beach RdSomething 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 LavaudIf 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 LavaudThe top fashion spot in Akaroa that stocks clothes, accessories and footwear for both men and women.
Lava
61 Beach RdSelection 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 locals recommend
The Giants House
70 Rue BalguerieThis 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 RdFun 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 locals recommend
Black Cat Cruises
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.
Traveler advice
Don't miss
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.