The Top 5 Attractions in Gisborne
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Gisborne. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Gisborne is a region where 5
hidden gems are waiting to be explored …
hidden gems are waiting to be explored …
Last updated: September 21, 2025
Very nice place for photographs
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Captain James Cook stopped here 1769 to collect some wood and plants as part of his circumnavigation of NZ.
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You have to be early in the morning. On 9th of December the sunrise is at 5.37, so be there on 5.15 and you can see an amazing sunrise!
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Really cool spot, long wharf extending into the bay. Cycling on wharf not permitted… I got away with it. Signs with history, picnic tables, toilets and campground nearby.
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Statue in remembrance of James Cook's first sighting of New Zealand
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