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Tastings at 3 vineyards and a light lunch. Ferry leaves Auckland at 10:15AM. Waiheke Island produces some of New Zealand’s finest red wines which thrive in the hot, dry summers and stony soils. The vineyards are not large and wines are produced in limited quantities. Fare include return ferry trip, the tour, wine and olive oil tastings and a two course lunch.
Visit the woolshed museum and a 1930s restored cottage. There is also a photographic gallery and a textile display area.
World War II gun emplacements and tunnels. At the eastern end of the island. There is a 1.2-km (20-minute) walk from the carpark.
A collection of 30 modern sculptures in a garden, which can be seen only on tours, which last 2.5 hours. Tours need to be booked weeks in advance. There is a self-catering cottage if you want to stay in the park.
Collection of accordions, pianos, organs and the like. Learn their history and the period they were made for. Occasional weekend classical concerts.
Start to appreciate the large amount of modern sculpture all over the island by wandering around Alison Park. Then keep a look out as you walk or drive around the island as many private gardens have large artworks which can be viewed fro the path or road,
The main beach, located along the northern side of the town of Oneroa.