Sue’s Guidebook
Sightseeing
Greymouth
Great to walk around and view informative paintings on the walls of the old buildings
Learn about Greymouth's history on the Flood Wall or get a birds eye view of the Grey River from the viewing platform. You can walk or bike along the wall as well, as this is the beginning of the Wilderness Cycle Trail.
Greymouth Flood Wall
Learn about Greymouth's history on the Flood Wall or get a birds eye view of the Grey River from the viewing platform. You can walk or bike along the wall as well, as this is the beginning of the Wilderness Cycle Trail.
Walk the pancake rock walkway or venture to Truman's Track for a less-travelled experience. You can also hire canoes or enjoy a meal at the tavern. It’s approx 40 minute drive North from Greymouth
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Punakaiki
Walk the pancake rock walkway or venture to Truman's Track for a less-travelled experience. You can also hire canoes or enjoy a meal at the tavern. It’s approx 40 minute drive North from Greymouth
Truman track
Coast RoadStunning 15 minute walk North of Punakaiki Blowholes. Well worth doing.
Great lake for water sports or walking. There is also a cafe (overlooking the lake) and pub nearby for meals. The swing bridge is also a highlight and loops with a great short walk.
Moana
Great lake for water sports or walking. There is also a cafe (overlooking the lake) and pub nearby for meals. The swing bridge is also a highlight and loops with a great short walk.
This historic mine sight is well worth a visit, and has a walking track. You can access this from either Taylorville or Dobson side.
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Brunner Mine Historic Area
This historic mine sight is well worth a visit, and has a walking track. You can access this from either Taylorville or Dobson side.
See the scenic side of Greymouth with a cycle ride along the Wilderness Trail. You can start in Greymouth, or over the road from Bach 471 and go North or South - great views and easy ride.
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West Coast Wilderness Trail
See the scenic side of Greymouth with a cycle ride along the Wilderness Trail. You can start in Greymouth, or over the road from Bach 471 and go North or South - great views and easy ride.
Nelson Creek is an excellent spot to go walking, camping and exploring. With historic water races, tunnels, recreational gold fossicking and a number of short walks, there is plenty to do.
The suspension bridge crossing Nelson Creek is a historic bridge. It was originally built in 1872.
There is a Hotel there which serves food and drink.
Nelson Creek
Nelson Creek is an excellent spot to go walking, camping and exploring. With historic water races, tunnels, recreational gold fossicking and a number of short walks, there is plenty to do.
The suspension bridge crossing Nelson Creek is a historic bridge. It was originally built in 1872.
There is a Hotel there which serves food and drink.
Coal Creek Falls
40 Ballance StGreat walk in stunning rainforest
Pororari River Track
4300 State Hwy 6Amazing scenery. Can hire kayaks nearby
Shantytown Heritage Park
Hokitika Gorge Walk
Food scene
A local favourite on a hot summer's day. I recommend the Apple Cider and a side of their beer battered fries.
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Monteith's Brewing Company
60 Herbert StA local favourite on a hot summer's day. I recommend the Apple Cider and a side of their beer battered fries.
25-30 minute' drive from Bach 471 - and worth it for the delicious pizzas. You can eat in, but I'd recommend taking it away to eat at the beach!
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Fat Pipi Pizza
89 Revell St25-30 minute' drive from Bach 471 - and worth it for the delicious pizzas. You can eat in, but I'd recommend taking it away to eat at the beach!
DP1 Cafe
104 Mawhera QuayGreat coffee with a retro interior and local artworks.
Hearty serve of fish and chips. Would recommend driving further to the Cobden Tiphead and watching the sunset while u eat. You may even get to see dolphins or local surfers.
Cobden Takeaways
126 Bright StHearty serve of fish and chips. Would recommend driving further to the Cobden Tiphead and watching the sunset while u eat. You may even get to see dolphins or local surfers.
Sevenpenny
9 Tainui StGreat spot for coffee or cocktail . Breakfast, Lunch or dinner.
Buccleugh's On High Restaurant at Recreation Hotel
68 High StGalleries and Shopping
Well worth a look if wandering around Greymouth
Left Bank Art Gallery
1 Tainui StSwimming
Relax with a swim, hydro-slide, spa or sauna. You can also get a casual gym pass.
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Westland Recreation Centre
83 High StRelax with a swim, hydro-slide, spa or sauna. You can also get a casual gym pass.
Bike repairs
Hire a bike, get track information or bike repairs from Mann Security & Cycles.
Mann Security & Cycles
45 MacKay StHire a bike, get track information or bike repairs from Mann Security & Cycles.
West Coast information centre
Greymouth i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
164 MacKay St