Waiheke Island Art Walk | La Vacanza Travel

Waiheke Island Art Walk

Duration: 5 hours
Destination: New Zealand, Auckland, Waiheke Island
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  • 5 hours
  • Waiheke Island
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Waiheke Island is an artsy and creative place. On this tour you’ll discover the best of its arts scene, and meet talented artists, with the help of an expert local guide. Here's just some of what we'll do:

Visit art galleries in Oneroa, including an artists’ collective and the Community Art Gallery.

Tour the local sculpture park and learn about this intriguing array of outdoor art.

Visit sculptors and painters in their studios - and even get to meet an artisan shoemaker!

Have lunch (included in the price) at an artist's home.

Walk through the Atawhai-Whenua Forest & Bird Reserve to the Ferry Terminal or Community Gallery where we finish.

Our Art Walk takes approximately five hours and is done at a very leisurely pace so you can enjoy both the art and the scenery around you. You will come away feeling inspired by what you have seen, the artists you have met and the beauty you have enjoyed while wandering through bush tracks and local roads.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Waiheke Community Art Gallery, 2 Korora Road, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081 New Zealand

Waiheke Community Art Gallery’s range of exhibitions inspires and delights, bringing the best of New Zealand art to the Island and offering the best of Waiheke art to the world.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gabriella Lewenz Studio Gallery, 40 Motukaha Road, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1971 New Zealand

Gabriella Lewenz is an American - New Zealand artist based on Waiheke Island. Born and raised in Greece, she lived in Pakistan before moving to USA in her early teens. She studied at Rhode Island School of Design and at Boston Museum School of Fine Arts - at Tufts.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Space Art Gallery, 114 Ocean View Road Shop 4, Oneroa, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081 New Zealand

Space Gallery is an artists collective in Oneroa, Waiheke Island. One of the artists will be on hand to describe the work being displayed.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sue Engels shoemaker, 1 Ridge Road, Oneroa, Auckland 1081, New Zealand

Sue Engels has been making shoes since 1990, and her bespoke designs are more than just comfortable footwear - they are truly gorgeous works of artistic craftsmanship. We visit Sue in her charming workshop at the bottom of her Waiheke garden.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: TOI Gallery, 145 Ocean View Road, Auckland 0627 New Zealand

TOI Gallery in Oneroa features the work of Sally Smith and Chris Bailey.

Duration: 20 minutes

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Fantastic scenic walk with expert guiding and interpretation
  • Lunch - Lunch at artist’s home and studio
  • Entry/Admission - Waiheke Community Art Gallery
  • Entry/Admission - Gabriella Lewenz Studio Gallery

Exclusions
  • Ferry fares

Additional Info

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Advisable to bring: walking shoes, water, raincoat, day pack, money for art purchases
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

1: Fullers360 Matiatia ticket office, 1 Ocean View Road, Oneroa, Auckland 1081, New Zealand
2: Waiheke Community Art Gallery, 2 Korora Road, Oneroa, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand


Departure Time

09:45 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

5 hours

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

Y680LUjos

20 Apr, 2024

A fun way to meet some nice people and enjoy the lovely island. So much beautiful and creative art to see! A great way to tour around some different areas of the island as well. Would recommend!

Johanna_F

14 Apr, 2024

What a fun tour! The group size was small, so Nicky was able to customize the tour a bit. 🩵 Lunch on the bluff was delicious and I learned about local artists in addition to the natural surroundings. The cost of the tour was slightly high, but I think it was worth it and would recommend the tour to others.

Road53601199255

26 Mar, 2024

Our time on Waiheke Island was amazing. Nicky, our tour guide, took us around the galleries on the main road of the island and if felt like walking through a large, live outdoor art museum. We also visited a sanctuary garden and looked over scenic country and beach views of Waiheke. We learned so much about its rich history, as well as the current lifestyle of the locals. By far, this was the best part of our Australia/New Zealand trip.

thestlfox

18 Feb, 2024

It was an extraordinary tour. Gabrielle made me feel like she was showing me her own island and the artworks and artists on it. I have traveled to many countries, and this was one of the most memorable tours I’ve ever had. Thank you Gabrielle for giving me such a special day.

Venture55485150762

21 Dec, 2023

The tour was very interesting and we did things that would not have been possible on our own. Lunch with the artist at an artist’s studio and home was very special. The Sacred Blessing Sanctuary gardens were spectacular and one of the highlights of our three week expedition to both islands. A wonderful day trip from Auckland with delightful people.

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