Leisure Activities in Raglan

All year round, leisure activities in Raglan provide a wide range of options for every age group. Raglan is loaded with lavish shopping areas, resorts, restaurants, and spas that ensure that your trip to Raglan is hassle-free. From a convincing landscape and outdoor to some world-class stay options and facilities, Raglan packs an incredible amount of diversity in the luxury activities it offers. So be it a family vacation, a friends reunion or a solo trip to feed your wanderlust, these activities in Raglan are a must try for a leisurely vacation!

Let's explore our list of recreational & leisure places in Raglan:

  1. Ngarunui Beach

    4.7 (441 Votes)
    Ngarunui Beach

    Beach, Entertainment, Leisure, Water Sport

    With a lovely shore line, gorgeous views of the open ocean and a carpet of stark black sand contrasting the clear blue water, this beach is the favorite hang out place of locals as well as visitors. Visitors can watch as surfers play with the waves or kitesurfers whizz around while lazing on the clean beach. The place is also a popular swimming spot and a good place to try some body boarding or...Read more
  2. Raglan Museum

    4.5 (381 Votes)
    Raglan Museum

    Museum, Exhibition , Specialty Museum

    A plain, minimalist building in the centre of Raglan, the Raglan Museum showcases the local history and Maori sculptures. The exhibits provide an intimate insight into the daily lives of the settlers, with everyday objects such as a wooden telephone, vintage kerosene pumps and lamps, as well as photographs and diaries from the World War II era.
  3. Xtreme Waste

    4.8 (268 Votes)
    Xtreme Waste

    Specialty Shop

    A small non-profitable organization that solely took the responsibility to recycle the waste from the town of Raglan is how Xtreme Waste is defined. Though, it is not a tourist site with scenic beauty but people do visit this place to see their technology and their work. People visit their store that sells second hand goods, starting from home décor and clothing to tools and so on. Visit...Read more
  4. Cruising On Raglan Harbour

    Cruise, Rides

    Raglan is a small beach town and has been popular because of its famous harbour named, Raglan harbour. Located 15 miles west of Hamilton, nestled between the two valleys, named Waingaro in the north-east and Waitetuna in the south-east, the harbor has managed to attract visitors from all corners of the world. It’s not only the beauty of the harbour that has been the responsible reason beh...Read more
  5. Manu Bay

    4.5 (342 Votes)
    Manu Bay

    Beach, Walking Area, Water Sport, Boating

    Arguably the most famous spot in Raglan, Manu Bay was featured in the much-loved surfer movie The Endless Summer. It is also the venue for many international surfing competitions due to long, consistent and accessible breaks. A huge attraction for surfers, the place is also appreciated by visitors of all ages and interests. Amazingly beautiful and rich in vegetation, the Manu Bay is perfect for...Read more
  6. Whale Bay

    4.2 (255 Votes)
    Whale Bay

    Outdoors, Beach, View Point, Entertainment

    This surfer’s paradise is located just 5 miles from Raglan and is home to the world famous Indicators and Whale Bay breaks. Surfing here is strictly for the hardcore as the waters are very fierce and the shore rocky. Visitors can enjoy a walk on the beautiful shoreline or head to the Whale Bay Reserve which has fantastic views of the ocean and picnic area. Te Toto Gorge is also nearby, wh...Read more
  7. Te Kopua Beach And Recreational Reserve

    Outdoors, Beach, Entertainment, Water Sport

    The Te Kopua Beach and Recreational Reserve is the hub of activity in Raglan; with plenty of events to engage all ages and inclinations. The beach here has white sand and clean waters and is very popular for swimming, sun bathing, kite flying, fishing and boating. For the more active traveller there is a BMX track, skateboarding park and even a 13 station fitness trail. A playground for kids, B...Read more