Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Wairarapa January 2026 | Expedia.ca [Wairarapa Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Wairarapa.dx553248635975331944)[Hotels in Wairarapa](https://expedia.ca/Wairarapa-Hotels.d553248635975331944.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Wairarapa](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Wairarapa.d553248635975331944.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Wairarapa Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Wairarapa.d553248635975331944.Car-Rental-Guide)[Wairarapa Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Wairarapa.d553248635975331944.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Wairarapa ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Wairarapa Types of activities Where to stay [Wairarapa travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Wairarapa.dx553248635975331944) ![Wairarapa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/99eb9e109f42436ff584e441a901a471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wairarapa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f9fe28664892aeb7692ecb8940e2f421.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wairarapa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f51d93edeb88888d5d179b2ff7d17def.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wairarapa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1b7c4db4d98254e8e9521156d2b9540e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wairarapa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/3b218bb8a551c8dd3874bfdca3635809.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Wairarapa Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Wairarapa has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Wairarapa is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Wairarapa to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Wairarapa Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Wairarapa. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Wairarapa attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Wairarapa | Number of things to do | 20 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self Guided Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa](/things-to-do/self-guided-tour-of-stonehenge-aotearoa.a49896960.activity-details): CA $15 | | Top 5 things to do | [Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket](/things-to-do/wellington-weta-workshop-experience-and-guided-tour.a48214902.activity-details)[Shared 90 minutes Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa](/things-to-do/shared-90-minutes-tour-of-stonehenge-aotearoa.a49780442.activity-details)[Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington](/things-to-do/weta-workshop-experience-in-wellington.a5197830.activity-details)[Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour](/things-to-do/remutaka-rail-trail-cycle-tour-from-wellington.a45285843.activity-details)[Remutaka Rail Trail Explorer - eBike Cruise Ship Shore Excursion](/things-to-do/remutaka-rail-trail-cycle-explorer-cruise-ship-shore-excursion.a1397409.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket](/things-to-do/wellington-weta-workshop-experience-and-guided-tour.a48214902.activity-details)[Shared 90 minutes Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa](/things-to-do/shared-90-minutes-tour-of-stonehenge-aotearoa.a49780442.activity-details)[Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington](/things-to-do/weta-workshop-experience-in-wellington.a5197830.activity-details)[Self Guided Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa](/things-to-do/self-guided-tour-of-stonehenge-aotearoa.a49896960.activity-details) | | With kids | [Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket](/things-to-do/wellington-weta-workshop-experience-and-guided-tour.a48214902.activity-details)[Shared 90 minutes Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa](/things-to-do/shared-90-minutes-tour-of-stonehenge-aotearoa.a49780442.activity-details)[Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington](/things-to-do/weta-workshop-experience-in-wellington.a5197830.activity-details)[Wellington Native Bush Walking Tour](/things-to-do/wellington-native-bush-walking-tour.a50121891.activity-details)[Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour](/things-to-do/private-wellington-craft-beer-half-day-tour.a1298404.activity-details) | ## What to do in Wairarapa --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Wairarapa ![Castlepoint Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9f21cb12495d01f91c066186522f73df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castlepoint Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Castlepoint Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Castlepoint. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.ca/Castlepoint-Beach-Wellington-Region.d6108372.Vacation-Attraction) ![Castlepoint Lighthouse](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/16be4c87ab5060b73d2983a28429693b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castlepoint Lighthouse Find out about the history of Castlepoint with a stop at Castlepoint Lighthouse. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Castlepoint-Lighthouse-Castlepoint.d6108374.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cape Palliser Lighthouse](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/02fddbc3dd32bf60feb903e701410b03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cape Palliser Lighthouse You can learn about the history of Cape Palliser with a stop at Cape Palliser Lighthouse. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Palliser-Lighthouse-Cape-Palliser.d6108382.Vacation-Attraction) #### Martinborough Vineyard You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Martinborough Vineyard during your travels to Martinborough. While in this quaint area, you can savor the wineries. [](https://expedia.ca/Martinborough-Vineyard-Martinborough.d6212398.Vacation-Attraction) #### Palliser Estate You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Palliser Estate during your travels to Martinborough. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the wineries. [](https://expedia.ca/Palliser-Estate-Martinborough.d6212404.Vacation-Attraction) #### Stonehenge Aotearoa You can find out about the history of Greytown when you stop by Stonehenge Aotearoa. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the wineries. [](https://expedia.ca/Stonehenge-Aotearoa-Greytown.d553248621526967180.Vacation-Attraction) #### Castlepoint Rock You can learn about the history of Castlepoint with a stop at Castlepoint Rock. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/Castlepoint-Rock-Castlepoint.d553248621563668426.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ata Rangi Vineyard You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Ata Rangi Vineyard during your travels to Martinborough. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the wineries. [](https://expedia.ca/Ata-Rangi-Vineyard-Martinborough.d6212390.Vacation-Attraction) #### Martinborough Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Martinborough at Martinborough Golf Club. Discover the countryside in this relaxing area, or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Martinborough-Golf-Club-Martinborough.d736318077301473280.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Wairarapa ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Solway While visiting Solway, you might make a stop by sights like Vintage Aviation Museum and Old Stick & Rudder Company. [](https://expedia.ca/Masterton-Solway.dx693055094299107328) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/99eb9e109f42436ff584e441a901a471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Masterton Central If you're spending some time in Masterton Central, Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History and Queen Elizabeth Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Masterton-Masterton-Central.dx959551179223040000) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lansdowne While Lansdowne isn't home to many top sights, Queen Elizabeth Park and Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Masterton-Lansdowne.dx693055085836271616) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Te Ore Ore Te Ore Ore might not have many top sights, but Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History and Queen Elizabeth Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Masterton-Te-Ore-Ore.dx693055099610271744) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Homebush While Homebush isn't home to many top sights, Old Stick & Rudder Company and Vintage Aviation Museum are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Masterton-Homebush.dx553248635926198064) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kuripuni While Kuripuni isn't home to many top sights, Vintage Aviation Museum and Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Masterton-Kuripuni.dx693055090178064384) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Wairarapa ![Lower Hutt](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4129d1b1eb5a101892715198f21ffddf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lower Hutt ![Photo by Adele Billaney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8849206babccb1a1d84d73832d018113.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tararua Forest Park ![Gladstone](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e107cf406696389975f6b45168d63b3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gladstone ![Cape Palliser](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1b7c4db4d98254e8e9521156d2b9540e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cape Palliser ![Photo by Joe Talcott](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a119152a7ae266e75afe5ef6bfc4e955.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Opaki ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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