Things to do in Opotiki
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Hukutaia Domain
Around 8km south of the town centre is Hukutaia Domain, home to one of the finest collections of native plants in NZ. In the centre is Taketakerau, a 23m puriri tree estimated to be more than 2000 years old and a burial place for the distinguished dead of the Upokorere hapu (subtribe) of Whakatohea. The remains have been since been reinterred elsewhere.
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Opotiki Museum
The excellent Opotiki Museum offers a chance to learn much about the rich history of the area. Run by volunteers, the museum has interesting heritage displays including Maori taonga (treasures) and militaria, and agricultural items including a horse-drawn wagon.
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Hunters Bar & Restaurant
On the ground floor of the old Royal Hotel is this reasonably stylish wine bar, serving upmarket pub grub (you can still get steak and eggs). There are kooky record covers on the walls and occasional wine-appreciation nights.
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De Luxe Cinema
The beguiling old De Luxe Cinema shows the occasional movie and brass-band concert. Check the window for upcoming events, including the annual Silent Film Festival in September
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Tangata Whenua Gallery
In the middle of the town’s shopping street is Tangata Whenua Gallery, stocking Maori- and New Zealand–themed arts and crafts, including kete (baskets) and pounamu jewellery.
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Two Fish
Undoubtedly the best bet for cafe-fare and a coffee fix, serving up hefty burgers, chowder, toasties and salads plus a jumbo selection in the cabinet. Retro-groovy interior and courtyard; happy staff.
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Hiona St Stephen’s Church
Known by the local Whakatohea tribe to have acted as a government spy, Rev Carl Volkner was murdered in 1865 in the Hiona St Stephen’s Church on the main street.
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Shalfoon & Francis Museum
Opotiki’s original general store born again, with shelves piled high with old grocery and hardware products − you name it, they have it.
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Welcome India
Beyond the mandatory Taj Mahal pic in the window, casual Welcome India serves reliable standards with $10 curries on Monday and Tuesday.
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Wet ‘n’ Wild
Offers two- to four-day rafting and camping adventures on the Motu.
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