Embrace the changes spring brings on the Kāpiti Coast. Weekends invite you to sunlit beaches, vibrant markets, and coastal trails. Engage in the Coast’s warm hospitality and local delights, where arts and creativity flourish. Your Kāpiti Coast spring retreat awaits.
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Top things to do in Kāpiti Coast
Top things to see and do in Kāpiti
The Kāpiti Coast is a hive of activity, whatever your style you’ll find something to entertain you.
Grab a drink up the Coast
From craft beer to cocktails, a drink on the Kapiti Coast is best enjoyed with a side of sea views.
Soul-warming food on the Kāpiti Coast
The Kāpiti Coast is full of cosy restaurants, cafés, bars, breweries, and bakeries. You can find delicious food and soul-warming meals up and down the Coast.
Kapiti Island
A dominant feature of the Kāpiti Coast, this nature reserve is home to many endangered species.
Boutique Coastal Getaways in the Kāpiti Coast
The Kapiti Coast is a beautiful stretch of coastline in New Zealand, just north of Wellington. Find a unique and luxurious place to stay on your next trip.
Kāpiti Food Fair
2 Dec 2023Mazengarb Reserve, Paraparaumu
Regional Trails
Escarpment Track
Take in spectacular views of Kapiti Island from high above the Kāpiti Coastline.
Coast 35
The Coast 35 connects Paekākāriki and Ōtaki through an off-road shared trail that runs parallel with the Kāpiti Expressway.
Ōtaki River Trail
Follow the banks of the Ōtaki River on this popular walking and mountain biking trail, offering views of the coastline, river, and the Tararua Ranges.
Waikanae Estuary
Explore the trail through one of New Zealand’s most nationally-significant native habitats, where you can encounter more than 60 species of birds, along with freshwater and marine fish species.
Queen Elizabeth Park Coastal Track
This seaside trail winds through sand dunes offering coastal views, bird watching and countless places to rest, play, picnic or swim.