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Visit Kāpiti Welcome to Kāpiti. Here the sun shines brighter, sunsets are unrivalled, all just a quick skip from the hustle and hurry of Wellington city.

Nau mai ki Kāpiti, Welcome to Kāpiti. Here the sun shines brighter, sunsets are unrivalled, all just a quick skip from the hustle and hurry of our capital city. Whether you're hitting the trails, chilling with a kawhe, or just enjoying the sand between your toes, our 40km slice of heaven is waiting for your footprints. So, pack your sunnies and your sense of freedom, because it's time to escape to a world where everyday feels like a holiday.

23/08/2026

And that’s an official wrap! Shaan Singh last stop around town for Visa WOAP 2026 is at heycoastie and Passo ✨ We hope you’ve enjoyed this years competition. Comment below if you’d like some of the burgers to stay on the menus! We may have some sway with special requests 👀 👀

20/08/2026

We’re almost wrapped! Episode 3 takes Shaan Singh round to the next set of burgers for the day. Enjoy it for the last weekend on the Coast 🍔

12 hours in Ōtaki? Bring the big tote.Start with a stop at Kowhai Eatery, then settle into a day of shopping, browsing a...
18/08/2026

12 hours in Ōtaki? Bring the big tote.

Start with a stop at Kowhai Eatery, then settle into a day of shopping, browsing and discovering some of Ōtaki’s best local spots. White Hare Home and Cream Designs to Toi Matarau, Books & Co and McAndrews, there’s plenty here to keep you wandering a little longer than planned. Yoga and wind down at Anam Cara if one day suddenly turns into an overnight stay.

Shopping-heavy, full of character, and very easy to make a weekend of.

Stay awhile and slow the pace 💫Soak up the magic of Winter on the Coast where cooler days make way for warm moments and...
08/08/2026

Stay awhile and slow the pace 💫

Soak up the magic of Winter on the Coast where cooler days make way for warm moments and simple pleasures. Picture yourself here cosying up in a beachside bach, strolling along windswept shores, or warming your hands around a locally roasted coffee.

There’s something special about this season in Kāpiti.

Stay awhile and enjoy one more chapter.Just one more chapter has a habit of becoming three.Find a quiet corner, curl up ...
07/08/2026

Stay awhile and enjoy one more chapter.

Just one more chapter has a habit of becoming three.

Find a quiet corner, curl up with a good book and let the afternoon unfold at its own pace. There's nowhere to be and nothing waiting for you except the next page.

What book would you pack for a weekend away?

06/08/2026

Episode 2 is here! Shaan had his sights set on Rosetta Cafe Two Fat Chefs and The Jolly Pub & Kitchen. 6 burgers down, will he survive the rest of the day 👀

Shaan Singh

31/07/2026

Shaan is on the Coast for episode 1 of burger WOAP. Watch for his full review of Boss Bagels Kāpiti Vintage Village Cafe and Boundary Tap & Kitchen

Stay tuned for 2 mins to see the burger sq**rt 👀

30/07/2026

And that’s a wrap on the Kāpiti Hot Chocolate Competition 2026 ☕️ what a year it was with so many of you coming out to visit Kāpiti. Thank you to everyone who voted, explored the trail and supported local this winter.

Our winners for 2026 are
🏆 Best Overall Hot Chocolate & Best Flavour Passo
🏆 Best Hot Chocolate Design Rosetta Cafe
🏆 Best Hot Chocolate Cocktail A Makery of Spirits in Kāpiti 🍸
🏆 Best Sweet Treat Dark Horse Coffee Co Espresso Garden
🏆 Best Social Media Campaign Southward Car Museum

👏👏👏👏👏

12 hours in Waikanae? Take it slow, then stay out.Start with brunch at Joe & Joy, wander through art at Toi MAHARA, then...
25/07/2026

12 hours in Waikanae? Take it slow, then stay out.

Start with brunch at Joe & Joy, wander through art at Toi MAHARA, then let the day drift between native bush, river trails, golf swings, good food, local shopping and beach air.

Waikanae is made for the kind of day that feels calm without being quiet, a little nature at Ngā Manu, a swing at Waikanae Golf Course, a sip at Salt & Wood, a wander along Coast35, and a browse through Hendrix Lifestyle before the day starts turning golden. Finish with dinner at Hey Coastie, relax by Waikanae Beach, then make a night of it at Dreamscape Glamping.

Brunch first. Beach air always. No rushing needed.

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