COROMANDEL TOWN’S special character
with restored heritage architecture stems from the pioneering days of timber
and gold. Enjoy our modern shops with friendly service.
DRIVING CREEK RAILWAY (3kmNorth) Come for a
remarkable 1-hour+ train ride on a world-class narrowgauge mountain railway,
passing through kauri forest and great engineering marvels. The line climbs to
the new terminus, the Eyefull Tower, with its stunning panoramic views. Ph:07
866 8703. Bookings advisable.
DRIVING CREEK POTTERIES & CRAFT SHOP At
the railway station see our wide range of handcrafted clay products, working
potteries, innovatively designed kilns. Sculpture garden, book & craft
shop, literature on ecology & local history
GOLD STAMPER BATTERY (2km north) See the huge
104-year-old quartz stamper driven by NZ’s largest working water wheel
& get some gold.
FISHING & HARBOUR CRUISES Several choices
for day and shorter excursions. Information Centre: Ph 07 866 8598 for
details.
WAITATI GARDENS Right next to the Stamper
Battery. This garden is the winner of a NZ Garden of Distinction Award with
its beautiful layout. Just 0.5km up the road visit the Tairaire gardens with
lake and picnic areas.
THE WATERWORKS (8.7km south up ‘309’ Rd)
A highly entertaining theme park where whimsical wonders are driven by the
power of water. Just 2km further up the road visit the mature kauri tree
grove.
ARTS AND CRAFTS Several of NZ’s finest
artists live around Coromandel Town district. Visit their studios or the
several craft shops and galleries for which the town is becoming recognised.
The Coromandel Peninsula Craft Trail brochure has more information.
CAFES, BARS,
RESTAURANTS Enjoy a wide variety of cafes, bars, restaurants &
shopping. Also stay in our wide range of accommodation for all budgets. Walk
on our beautiful coastal & scenic walkways.
