Tapeka Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Teaghlach: Tapeka / Russell Holiday Home
Lovely house, small pet friendly and great amenities.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Kokomo Retreat
Perfect spot, great host, all as described
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Sunray Room - Relaxing Tapeka Stay Near Beaches & Tracks
We had a wonderful stay! The room was clean and had everything needed. Awesome location. We loved the quiet areas surrounding beaches and natures. Highly recommended
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Teaghlach: Tapeka / Russell Holiday Home
Lovely house, small pet friendly and great amenities.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Sunray Room - Relaxing Tapeka Stay Near Beaches & Tracks
We had a wonderful stay! The room was clean and had everything needed. Awesome location. We loved the quiet areas surrounding beaches and natures. Highly recommended
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Beachfront Escape - Tapeka Beach Bach
An absolutely fantastic location, magnified by the beautiful weather we had! Hearing the sounds of the ocean, seeing the beautiful blues & greens in the sea, fossicking on the beach, hearing the native birds and only 5 minutes from town. A great place for rest and reinvigoration! Truely a unique ...
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
Russell Beach
Wander along the jetty for wonderful views of Kororareka Bay, get out on the water in a boat and enjoy alfresco dining along the beachfront.
Flagstaff Hill
On this important hill, learn about New Zealand’s early Māori and colonial history, look for iconic birds and take in the stunning views of the Bay of Islands.
Russell Christ Church
This charming and peaceful 19th-century church is a prominent historical landmark, while the surrounding cemetery is a good spot for a stroll.
Russell Museum
Learn about Russell’s Māori heritage and the history of European settlers through this vast collection of photographs, documents and other objects.
Lookout
You can find out about the history of Russell with a visit to Lookout. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.
Tapeka Point Historic Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, a lovely green space in Tapeka. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Activities
Waitangi Treaty Grounds Admission
Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch
Glow Worm Caves Express Tour in Bay of Islands
Bay of Islands: Awesome Day Sailing Tour with Island Stop
From Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour: 3 Hour
