Guidebook for Wanaka
Arts & Culture
The best little cinema in this part of the world. Their home made cookies are legendary!
97 locals recommend
Cinema Paradiso
72 Brownston StThe best little cinema in this part of the world. Their home made cookies are legendary!
Food Scene
Sasanoki Japanese Kitchen
26 Ardmore StTaste of Japan in the heart of Wanaka.
One of our favourite spots for breakfast or lunch. Great coffee too and Wanaka-famous cheese scones.
80 locals recommend
Federal Diner
47 Helwick StOne of our favourite spots for breakfast or lunch. Great coffee too and Wanaka-famous cheese scones.
Kai Whakapai
121 Ardmore StLocals' favourite.
Kota Restaurant & Bar
80 Ardmore StAnother great dining option, with lovely views of the lake.
White House
33 Dunmore StQuirky setting, great location, fantastic food.
Kika
2 Dunmore StSome of the best food Wanaka has to offer.
Drinks & Nightlife
If you're looking for the perfect bottle of wine to bring home or want to enjoy a craft beer in a relaxed atmosphere - head to Pembroke.
8 locals recommend
Pembroke Wines & Spirits Wanaka
24 Dungarvon StIf you're looking for the perfect bottle of wine to bring home or want to enjoy a craft beer in a relaxed atmosphere - head to Pembroke.
Fantastic selection of local wines and beers, live music and great bar snack menu. You won't regret visiting this hidden gem.
50 locals recommend
Cork Bar
14 Helwick StFantastic selection of local wines and beers, live music and great bar snack menu. You won't regret visiting this hidden gem.
Entertainment & Activities
Skiing and snowboarding in winter, MTB and mountain carts in summer. Worth the trip even just for the views and a great coffee.
71 locals recommend
Cardrona Alpine Resort
Cardrona Valley RdSkiing and snowboarding in winter, MTB and mountain carts in summer. Worth the trip even just for the views and a great coffee.
Fun for the whole family, full of mind-boggling illusions and activities. Best of luck getting out of their outdoor maze too - we had to jump the fence!
128 locals recommend
Puzzling World
188 Wanaka-Luggate HwyFun for the whole family, full of mind-boggling illusions and activities. Best of luck getting out of their outdoor maze too - we had to jump the fence!
Crossfire Wanaka
9 Mount Barker RdMini golf, clay pigeons, driving range, archery and more.
Sightseeing
Skydive Wanaka
Mustang LaneFor the thrill-seekers!
Taste beautiful wines in an absolutely stunning setting. Sit on a green hill, overlooking the lake and enjoy some of the best rieslings in the area.
40 locals recommend
Rippon
246 Wanaka Mount Aspiring RdTaste beautiful wines in an absolutely stunning setting. Sit on a green hill, overlooking the lake and enjoy some of the best rieslings in the area.
Great short hike, offering beautiful views of the lakes Wanaka and Hawea from the top.
53 locals recommend
Mount Iron
52 Riverbank RdGreat short hike, offering beautiful views of the lakes Wanaka and Hawea from the top.
Only 10 minute walk from our place, this lovely bay offers beautiful beach, amazing views and a communal BBQ, if you fancy cooking by the water.
7 locals recommend
Bremner Bay Beach
2 Aubrey RdOnly 10 minute walk from our place, this lovely bay offers beautiful beach, amazing views and a communal BBQ, if you fancy cooking by the water.
Essentials
New World Wanaka
20 Dunmore StThe only supermarket in Wanaka.
Great selection of fresh produce and freshly baked breads!
37 locals recommend
Mediterranean Market Wanaka
20 Ardmore StGreat selection of fresh produce and freshly baked breads!