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Our Town
Historically rich with a colourful past nestled around the shores of Kororareka Bay lined by giant Pohutakawa, a buzz with boaties coming and going, and featuring numerous heritage buildings, cafes, and restaurants with waterfront dining, giving Russell its own unique vibe.
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Russell
Historically rich with a colourful past nestled around the shores of Kororareka Bay lined by giant Pohutakawa, a buzz with boaties coming and going, and featuring numerous heritage buildings, cafes, and restaurants with waterfront dining, giving Russell its own unique vibe.
Restaurants & Cafes
Authentic wood-fired pizzas, local craft beer on tap, boutique NZ wines as well as fresh wraps, and all sorts of other goodness in a relaxed, sheltered tropical garden setting.
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Hone's Garden
10 York StAuthentic wood-fired pizzas, local craft beer on tap, boutique NZ wines as well as fresh wraps, and all sorts of other goodness in a relaxed, sheltered tropical garden setting.
The Duke as it is affectionately known is situated on the waterfront in Russell and is a hotel steeped in history and intrigue with a menu showcasing the best of locally sourced seasonal produce and presenting a new take on the classic favourites.
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The Duke Of Marlborough Hotel
35 The StrandThe Duke as it is affectionately known is situated on the waterfront in Russell and is a hotel steeped in history and intrigue with a menu showcasing the best of locally sourced seasonal produce and presenting a new take on the classic favourites.
The Bay of Islands Swordfish Club, bistro, and bar overlooks the waterfront and is the oldest game fishing club in New Zealand with a history dating back to 1910.
Grab a table on the verandah and watch the sun setting while enjoying a steak or fresh fish dish
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Bay of Islands Swordfish Club
25 The Strand
The Bay of Islands Swordfish Club, bistro, and bar overlooks the waterfront and is the oldest game fishing club in New Zealand with a history dating back to 1910.
Grab a table on the verandah and watch the sun setting while enjoying a steak or fresh fish dish
A great little coffee shop and patisserie attached to the historic Pompallier Mission that offers French pastries, coffee, and great service in a relaxed and peaceful old-fashioned veranda setting overlooking the Bay.
Café at Pompallier Mission
5 The StrandA great little coffee shop and patisserie attached to the historic Pompallier Mission that offers French pastries, coffee, and great service in a relaxed and peaceful old-fashioned veranda setting overlooking the Bay.
Great place for brunch and coffee right on the waterfront. Good selection of cabinet food as well
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Butterfish Restaurant And Cafe
25 The StrandGreat place for brunch and coffee right on the waterfront. Good selection of cabinet food as well
Wineries
Omata Estate is a boutique vineyard on north-facing slopes overlooking the ocean located on the main road into Russell and offering some of the best views in the bay of islands.
The Omata Kitchen is a relaxed-style eatery serving gourmet platters and wood-fired pizzas.
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Omata Estate
212 Aucks RoadOmata Estate is a boutique vineyard on north-facing slopes overlooking the ocean located on the main road into Russell and offering some of the best views in the bay of islands.
The Omata Kitchen is a relaxed-style eatery serving gourmet platters and wood-fired pizzas.
Sage is a winery restaurant with stunning panoramic views of the Bay of Islands and an excellent dining experience accompanied by their boutique wines.
A 15-minute drive from Russell it is a real must either to enjoy a wine tasting, platter, degustation, or a full menu selection. A courtesy shuttle is also on offer
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Sage Restaurant
46 Otamarua RdSage is a winery restaurant with stunning panoramic views of the Bay of Islands and an excellent dining experience accompanied by their boutique wines.
A 15-minute drive from Russell it is a real must either to enjoy a wine tasting, platter, degustation, or a full menu selection. A courtesy shuttle is also on offer
Sightseeing
Long Beach is located to the east of Russell township. A 5-minute drive, or 20-minute walk from the main street.
A lovely stretch of beach for walking and gentle surf for swimming.
Most days you will find Carl serving great coffee from his coffee van if it's not too late in the day.
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Plaża Long Bay
Long Beach is located to the east of Russell township. A 5-minute drive, or 20-minute walk from the main street.
A lovely stretch of beach for walking and gentle surf for swimming.
Most days you will find Carl serving great coffee from his coffee van if it's not too late in the day.
For the best views of the point take the Tapeka Track, a narrow grassy track, steep in places that take you across a number of what were once defensive ditches to the end of Tapeka Peninsula and the top-most part of Tapeka Pa itself.
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Tapeka Point Beach
Tapeka RoadFor the best views of the point take the Tapeka Track, a narrow grassy track, steep in places that take you across a number of what were once defensive ditches to the end of Tapeka Peninsula and the top-most part of Tapeka Pa itself.
Take the opportunity to visit the site that started the Northern Wars, and to enjoy the panoramic views of Russell, Paihia, Waitangi, and the islands of the Bay.
The flagstaff is situated on Maiki Hill near Russell. A walking track to the historic reserve begins near the boat ramp on the Strand in Russell.
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Flagstaff Hill Historic Reserve
Take the opportunity to visit the site that started the Northern Wars, and to enjoy the panoramic views of Russell, Paihia, Waitangi, and the islands of the Bay.
The flagstaff is situated on Maiki Hill near Russell. A walking track to the historic reserve begins near the boat ramp on the Strand in Russell.
Local Tramps & Walks
This challenging 8-hour track requires a high degree of fitness and hiking experience but you will be rewarded for your effort.
The track begins at Oke Bay, near Rawhiti, and takes you through native forest and along dramatic cliffs to the lighthouse at the end of the cape. When you look down to the ocean and bays below, you might see dolphins playing in the waves. From Deep Water Cove onwards, the track gets more challenging and becomes quite exposed with steep drop-offs to the sea below. The area is rich in early Maori history, and the remains of ancient pa sites (fortified villages) are visible at various locations.
Cape Brett Track
Cape Brett TrackThis challenging 8-hour track requires a high degree of fitness and hiking experience but you will be rewarded for your effort.
The track begins at Oke Bay, near Rawhiti, and takes you through native forest and along dramatic cliffs to the lighthouse at the end of the cape. When you look down to the ocean and bays below, you might see dolphins playing in the waves. From Deep Water Cove onwards, the track gets more challenging and becomes quite exposed with steep drop-offs to the sea below. The area is rich in early Maori history, and the remains of ancient pa sites (fortified villages) are visible at various locations.
Being an island walk this walk starts out on a boat. Organise a water taxi to take you to the island where you will disembark at Urupukapuka’s Otehei Bay where you will be left to discover the walks for yourself. An unspoiled paradise the entire walking track network on Urupukapuka takes about six hours; though, of course, you can walk as much or as little of it as you like. The tracks are well maintained and manageable for just about anyone. There are some steep parts, but the extra effort is richly rewarded with magnificent birds-eye views of the island and its stunning surroundings.
As well there is a licensed restaurant where you can sit under the shade of an umbrella or lounge on a beanbag while enjoying a cold drink with a sack. Just make sure you have organised a return ride back to Russell!
Urupukapuka Island Walk
Urupukapuka Island Walk Being an island walk this walk starts out on a boat. Organise a water taxi to take you to the island where you will disembark at Urupukapuka’s Otehei Bay where you will be left to discover the walks for yourself. An unspoiled paradise the entire walking track network on Urupukapuka takes about six hours; though, of course, you can walk as much or as little of it as you like. The tracks are well maintained and manageable for just about anyone. There are some steep parts, but the extra effort is richly rewarded with magnificent birds-eye views of the island and its stunning surroundings.
As well there is a licensed restaurant where you can sit under the shade of an umbrella or lounge on a beanbag while enjoying a cold drink with a sack. Just make sure you have organised a return ride back to Russell!
This walk takes you from the vehicular/foot ferry landing at Okiato to Russell and traverses wetland flats, undulating areas of mature native bush, and a boardwalk before joining the roadside. Until this last section is completed walkers should take care using the roadside shoulder into Russell township. The Okiato - Russell walkway is a great companion to the Paihia - Opua walkway. Ferry services make it possible to connect up the walks to make a full day's circle walk.
Okiato Ferry Terminal station
This walk takes you from the vehicular/foot ferry landing at Okiato to Russell and traverses wetland flats, undulating areas of mature native bush, and a boardwalk before joining the roadside. Until this last section is completed walkers should take care using the roadside shoulder into Russell township. The Okiato - Russell walkway is a great companion to the Paihia - Opua walkway. Ferry services make it possible to connect up the walks to make a full day's circle walk.