Gisborne / 8 photo spots
8 Instagram spots around Gisborne
Gisborne on New Zealand’s east coast combines city beaches, a harbour and culturally significant Titirangi. The arboretum listed last is a separate trip outside the city.
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Titirangi / Kaiti Hill
Titirangi rises above Gisborne with views across the city, harbour and bay. Choose a designated lookout and respect the cultural significance of this former pā site.
Search Google MapsTe Maro sculpture
The circular sculpture at Ruatanuika lookout on Titirangi commemorates Te Maro, a Ngāti Oneone ancestor killed after Cook’s landing in 1769. Photograph its form against the sky while respecting its cultural significance.
Search Google MapsWaikanae Beach
Waikanae is a city beach close to central Gisborne. A wide view along the sand can place the bay and shoreline in context.
Search Google MapsWainui Beach
Wainui Beach lies east of central Gisborne. Use the long shoreline for a landscape composition and allow time for the trip outside the centre.
Search Google MapsGisborne Botanical Gardens
The botanical gardens are shown on the Gisborne city map. Look for paths and plantings that give a garden scene depth.
Search Google MapsTairāwhiti Museum
The regional museum and art gallery is close to central Gisborne. Photograph the exterior, and ask about photography rules before taking pictures inside.
Search Google MapsGisborne Inner Harbour
The inner harbour lies within Gisborne city. Use the water and boats to build a layered waterfront composition from public areas.
Search Google MapsEastwoodhill Arboretum
Eastwoodhill is a separate excursion about 35 kilometres northwest of Gisborne. Look for paths between the trees and check visitor conditions before the trip.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Tairāwhiti Gisborne, Titirangi and Kaiti Hill
- Tairāwhiti Gisborne, photographic locations
- Tairāwhiti Gisborne, places for coastal views
- Tairāwhiti Gisborne, city map in trade manual
- Tairāwhiti Gisborne, Tairāwhiti Museum
- Tairāwhiti Gisborne, Inner Harbour
- Eastwoodhill Arboretum, visitor information
- New Zealand Department of Conservation, Okitu Scenic Reserve
- New Zealand Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment: Mt Titirangi and Puhi Kai Iti project
- New Zealand Department of Conservation: Puhi Kai Iti and Te Maro
- Tairāwhiti Gisborne: Te Maro Sculpture