Things to do in Wairarapa

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A rural landscape with a gravel path leading through fields, surrounded by rolling hills and sparse trees under a partly cloudy sky.
A white lighthouse, rocky coastline, beach, and houses in the background.
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A coastal landscape with rolling hills and a calm sea.

Wairarapa Attractions

Explore the sights of Wairarapa with some unique tours & day trips, or try out our list of {25 fun activities in Wairarapa fun activities in Wairarapa}. We have free cancellation and no added fees, so you can relax and focus on planning an unforgettable vacation.

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Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

$127
per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

$34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau

Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau

$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau
Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour

Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour

$86
per adult
Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour
Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour

Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour

$139
per adult
Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour
Shared Sunset Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa

Shared Sunset Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa

$38
per adult
Shared Sunset Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

$188
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
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Things to Do in Wairarapa with Kids

There's fun for the entire family no matter where you wander in Wairarapa. Here are a few family friendly experiences to do together that promise to make your trip a blast:

 

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Castlepoint Lighthouse

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Find out about the history of Castlepoint with a stop at Castlepoint Lighthouse. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
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Popular day trips from Wairarapa

A red brick church with a large steeple and a rainbow in the sky.

Masterton

An aerial view of a coastal city with dense urban areas, a large body of water, and surrounding mountainous terrain partially covered by clouds.

Lower Hutt

Rolling green hills, a clear blue sky, and scattered clouds.

Martinborough

A rustic wooden cabin surrounded by dense forest and a dirt path.

Upper Hutt

A panoramic view of rolling hills, a distant mountain range, and a small town nestled among the landscape.

Greytown

A calm river with dense trees on one side and a hilly landscape in the background.

Western Lake

A rocky coastline with waves crashing against large boulders and a seal resting on the rocks.

Cape Palliser

A coastal landscape with a prominent white lighthouse, a sandy beach, and a rocky cliff overlooking the ocean.

Castlepoint

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