Giant's House
Visit Giant's House
Tours & day trips
See all 24 activitiesOpens in new tabAkaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience
Cruises & boat tours
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History & culture
See all 3 activitiesOpens in new tabAkaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour
Popular places to visit
Linton The Giant House
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Linton The Giant House during your trip to Akaroa. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Akaroa Museum
Delve into the past in this fascinating little local museum with its three heritage buildings on the South Island’s Banks Peninsula.
Akaroa Wharf
At this pretty quayside join wildlife-spotting excursions around the Banks Peninsula and enjoy waterfront walks while admiring magnificent scenery.
Akaroa Lighthouse
For a glimpse of the history of the Banks Peninsula and an hour or two in nature, walk or ride to this historic wooden lighthouse and take in the scenic harbor views.
Artisans Gallery
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Artisans Gallery in Akaroa. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
St Patrick's Catholic Church
Find out about the history of Akaroa when you take a trip to St Patrick's Catholic Church. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.