Best places in Gisborne

Discover the best places in Gisborne, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 178 places in the city.

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Raglan Roast Gizzy
Cafe
$ $$$
4.70 (413 reviews)
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Dome Cinema
Restaurant
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Such a cool place!!! The cocktail menu was awesome and had a French kiss and a margarita - definitely recommend! Warmer than when we went to the cafe earlier in the day!
$$ $$
4.80 (242 reviews)
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Smash Palace
Bar
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Great eclectic decor. Guy opened early for us, lit large log fire, turned on pretty lights. Can be opened up to outdoors. Only there for one drink so don't know how it does, but I'd go there again, for sure.
$$ $$
4.70 (338 reviews)
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Far East Coffee Co - Coffee Roasters
Coffee roasters
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Third wave coffee as good as anywhere. We visited 3 days in a row while on holidays in Gizzy. Excellent filter coffees and good value toasties and sandwiches. The team were upbeat, fun and welcoming.
$ $$$
4.90 (168 reviews)
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Titirangi Reserve
Park
πŸ‘ Great view of gisborne at its entirety. Easy access to drive up. As long as drunken teens dont ruin it.
4.60 (363 reviews)
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FIANCE RESTAURANT
Indian restaurant
πŸ‘πŸ‘ This is a great little gem. Chicken pops shared by 4 was just right. We ordered the butter chicken, tandoori chicken salad, chicken biriyani and the seafood biriyani. Plus mango lassi drinks. The flavours were gorgeous in each dish. Not overpowering in any instance. Lovely service, and lovely drink...
4.80 (162 reviews)
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White Heron Motor Lodge
Motel
4.60 (294 reviews)
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Tairawhiti Museum
Museum
Tairawhiti history exhibits, artifacts & art, plus educational programs are the draw at this museum.
4.50 (482 reviews)
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Crawford Road Kitchen
New Zealand restaurant
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Vegan options are always incredible. Great service πŸ‘Œ
$$ $$
4.60 (245 reviews)
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Tatapouri Bay Oceanside Accommodation
Campground
😐 Beautiful location right on the beach, shared facilities are clean. Filtered water in the kitchen tasted off, even after boiling. Showers very impractical although aesthetically pleasing. The angle of the shower head means anything at all you take into the cubical gets soaking wet. And the shower it...
$29/night
4.50 (374 reviews)
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Bushmere Arms
Pub
πŸ‘πŸ‘ I could give 10 stars to Bushmere Arms if I could. The last time I went to BA was in 2002 and left the place just as impressed as I did in Dec, 2017. You know when the managers of a restaurant have made an effort for their guests. The gardens surrounding the restaurant are a joy to walk in. Roses, l...
$$ $$
4.50 (319 reviews)
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Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Motel
Down-to-earth motel offering straightforward, laid-back rooms & a low-key restaurant.
$90/night
4.50 (309 reviews)
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Tatapouri Fishing Club Gisborne Harbour
Restaurant
😠 This should not be listed on Google as though it is a public restaurant. It is a members-only club. We turned up as tourists, on a Monday, when most good Gisborne restaurants are closed, it turns out, and were refused service. We were mis-directed by the staff to another restaurant that turned out t...
$$ $$
4.40 (541 reviews)
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Gisborne Botanical Gardens
Park
πŸ‘ Good sized botanic park. Some of the trees could do with a bit of pruning as they obstruct the path but nothing major. I like the bird cage in the middle and the playground for the kids.
4.50 (290 reviews)
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Sofra Turkish Cafe
Kebab shop
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Sofra meals are fresh, delicious and beautifully presented. The segment of pita given with my order was a perfect way to compliment the generous potions of fresh local lamb.
$$ $$
4.50 (276 reviews)
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Thai Sunshine Restaurant
Thai restaurant
πŸ‘πŸ‘ The most delicious and authentic Thai foods during our trip, a hidden gem in Gisborne that amazed us with their Tamarind fish dish and sizzling Black pepper beef (Well Done to the Chef). The lovely lady that served us was friendly and very accommodate.
4.50 (257 reviews)
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The Bean Genie
Cafe
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Quietly impressed. Lincoln took my order along with two other patrons and made a beautiful coffee. We made the usual small talk. I enjoyed my coffee. Nice patrons, too. I shall have to return. :)
$ $$$
4.80 (114 reviews)
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War Memorial Theatre
Performing arts theater
πŸ‘ Went for rockquest solid venue. Good seats and nice feel.
4.60 (178 reviews)
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The Rivers Restaurant and Bar
New Zealand restaurant
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Always great value for money and fantastic service. We love it as a family friendly venue with loads of atmosphere and central to everything. Gorgeous views over the river and lots of different styles of seating. Love this place. Love the board specials as well as the comprehensive everyday menu!
$$ $$
4.30 (846 reviews)
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Gisborne isite Visitor Information Centre
Tourist information center
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Good info from the staff here and I loved the stained glass map of NZ, Brilliant!
4.40 (342 reviews)
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