Things to Do in Katikati

Common Ground is a restaurant in Katikati serving coffee, cabinet food, and a menu with options like BLAT croissants, savory scones, cinnamon rolls, waffles with bacon and banana, and omelets with mushrooms, cheese, and ham. Our team takes orders and processes payments at tables for elderly customers.

Dolce Cafe & Bar is a cafe in Katikati offering two distinct dining experiences: a daytime cafe with freshly brewed coffee and cabinet treats, and an evening Indian restaurant. Our kitchen creates locally inspired dishes using carefully selected ingredients for lunch and dinner service. We serve handcrafted pizzas, fresh pasta, seasonal dishes, and homemade desserts, alongside a selection of wines. Inside and outside seating options are available.

Indian Grill Katikati is a restaurant in Katikati. We prepare our meals fresh, using local meat from the Katikati butcher. Our team offers a range of dishes including vindaloo, butter chicken, and Ruby's Grandma's special sauce curry. We provide both takeaway and home delivery services for our Indian food offerings.

Avocado Tours is a guided avocado orchard tour in Katikati. We offer an opportunity to explore our orchard, learning about avocado farming and the unique characteristics of avocados. Our tours include insights into growing avocados and the dedication involved in their cultivation. We provide delicious avocado treats like guacamole, avocado oils, and gelato. Guests can learn about the many ways avocados can be enjoyed, alongside their health benefits, with insights from our owners and growers. Our gourmet tours feature additional culinary adventures, including a tasting of gourmet avocado dishes. We also share our knowledge of avocado growing and New Zealand history during the experience.

The Arts Junction is an arts and entertainment hub in Katikati. We house The Carlton Gallery, visitor information services, local event ticketing, a craft shop, and the Junction Theatre for movies and shows.

Western Bay Museum is a museum in Katikati preserving local history and promoting regional narratives. Our exhibits deepen tales of New Zealand, showcasing the fascinating histories of the Western Bay of Plenty region from our location in the Old Fire Station. We are temporarily closed for a $1 million redevelopment and refurbishment project, with plans to reopen in 2026.

KatiFit is a fitness center in Katikati offering 24/7 access to our facilities. We provide personal trainers, group fitness classes, and fitness programs for our members. Our team also offers nutritional support and body composition measurements to help our members achieve their fitness goals.

Splash Swim School Katikati is a sports school in Katikati offering a swim program designed and run by the Dave Hume Pool Trust. We provide lessons for preschoolers and school-aged children in a safe, supportive aquatic learning environment. We value water safety and focus on helping all swimmers achieve their swimming goals, with success cards awarded at the end of each block of lessons.

Align Pilates NZ is a Pilates studio in Katikati offering Reformer Pilates classes. We provide a dedicated space for intentional flow and mindful breathwork, focusing on developing strength, alignment, balance, and a deep connection between mind and body. Our classes use a specialized Reformer machine with a moving carriage and adjustable springs, allowing muscles to lengthen and strengthen together for improved joint stability, coordination, and body awareness. Each session is limited to seven people for personalized guidance.

Mini Petals Florist is a florist in Katikati. We are a locally owned online florist, based in Katikati, New Zealand. Our team offers fresh flower delivery to locations including Waihi, Waihi Beach, Bowentown, Tanners Point, Tuapiro, Katikati, Omokoroa, Tauranga, Papamoa, and Mount Maunganui. We provide rustic flower arrangements, birthday flowers, and heartfelt condolence flowers. Our offerings include Supreme Keepsake Crate Arrangements, Mini Boxed Arrangements, Deluxe Keepsake Crates, and Midi Hat Box Arrangements. Our shop is closed on Mondays, Saturdays, and Sundays. We operate Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Needles & Thorns Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio in Katikati. We specialize in custom tattoos, with our artist Kc known for capturing client visions and adding professional insights. Our studio is located at 39 Main Road.

Finer Wines is a wine store in Katikati offering a wide selection of wines from various global regions. We also carry a range of fortified wines, New Zealand single malt whiskies, and a variety of liqueurs, including fruit, nut, and coffee flavors. Our team provides an extensive collection of wine and spirit options.

Bird Walk (Katikati Open Air Art) is a hiking area in Katikati along the Uretara Stream estuary. Our ongoing sculpture project features native bird artworks in metal, wood, and iron, including a massive Moa, a Pied Shag, and Oystercatchers. We aim to raise awareness for protecting rare and endangered native birds.

Park Road Beach Road Reserve is a reserve in Katikati offering walks along the harbor edge and through restored wetlands.

Tamawhariua Reserve/Foreshore walkway is a national park in Katikati. We offer an accessible coastal walk, with some sections where dogs can be off-lead and others requiring them to be on-lead. Our reserve provides opportunities to observe birdlife from the foreshore and adjacent farmland. We also have parking and wash facilities for free-campers. Our walking route extends back to Beach Road, offering an easy-going path with no significant hills.