Mapua Wharf

Ice Cream, Coffee, Breakfast

Mapua Wharf

Mapua Wharf
4.7 / 5 (2892 reviews)

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Mapua Wharf is a picturesque waterfront village about 20 minutes from Nelson, offering a relaxed, family-friendly escape. A lively mix of cafes, pubs and craft-beer bars sits alongside boutique galleries, artisan shops and a small museum. Ample free parking, picnic areas and public toilets make it easy to linger; bike hire and coastal cycle trails invite day trips and wine-or-brew tours. Visitors praise the charming views and friendly locals, though many shops close in the late afternoon so earlier visits are recommended.

Last update: 05.02.2026 from: Al

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★ 4.7 / 5 from 2892 reviews
caron-turner-2
14.01.2025

Fish and chips at The Smokehouse. Had deep sea cod . Never heard of it before. It was delicious. Along with fried Camembert (also delicious) and pineapple fritter. Not the cheapest fish and chip shop, but the quality was great and thoroughly enjoyable. Tip: If you want a wine or beer, you can eat outside at the Rimu wine bar.

malay-n-1
14.01.2025

Mapua Wharf have great craft beer place, also Spring+Fern Brew Beer bar. Mapua Wharf have plenty of food and shop options . If you are visiting Nelson or Abel Tasman, Must visit place. Just 5-7 min before Motueka, about 20 min drive from Nelson. Parking available. Local arts and craft shops on the wharf are great. Food options Including Golden Bear Beer, Fish and Chips, Ice cream and artisan stores will give you plenty to spend time on. Can also hire Bike (Cycle) and do a wine and brew tour in the region for a day in Mapua and Tasman. Full family fun, Nice drive, public toilets, and picnic areas.

rikki-mitchell-famil-6
14.01.2025

We arrived here in the late afternoon. Most of the shops and stores were closed. We ordered fish and chips for afternoon tea and enjoyed the view in a peaceful environment. It wasn't busy here on late Friday afternoon. Advise visiting a bit earlier so you could order a glass of wine, ice cream, or coffee, enjoying the moment of peace.

al-green-fox13
14.01.2025

Beautiful wharf with great bars, food and shops.

mark-reeves-1
14.01.2025

Very nice little village, great eateries and lots of parking

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