Hokitika’s town centre is an easy place to walk around. Located next to the beach, it’s packed with gift stores, galleries and all the services you could want. For a little town, there is heaps of cool things to do.

Walk the Points of Interest Loop to see public art, unique Take-a-Seat art seats and historical monuments and buildings.

Head to the beach! Driftwood strewn, awesome views of Aoraki Mount Cook and unforgettable sunsets over the Tasman Sea.

Wander round town and watch the artists at work in their galleries.

Shop for all your essentials  – Hokitika is a full service town so take advantage of stores before heading south.

Enjoy great coffee and good food including whitebait which is on offer at selected cafes and restaurants.