Explore the Kapiti Coast's many attractions with Rent Me Rental's local car hire
From year-round attractions like Kapiti Island Tours, Southward Car Museum, and Ngā Manu Nature Reserve, to one-off events like the Kapiti Food Fair and Women's Triathlon, you'll always find something to do on the Kapiti Coast. You can find up-to-date information on the What's on in Kapiti website and on Eventfinda
Plus, you can explore the best-kept secret on the Coast - the amazing variety of cafes, bars and restaurants you will find in each area from Otaki to Paekakariki.
If you're planning on visiting the Kapiti Coast, you'll need car hire from Rent Me Rentals. With a range of vehicles available, you'll find the vehicle for your needs, whether you're on a couples getaway, a family road trip, or there's a whole group of you.
Kapiti Island
Kapiti Island is about 5km off the Kapiti Coast and is a predator free nature reserve which is home to some of NZ's most beautiful native birds. The Island is accessible by a boat ride and there are two companies that offer trips, tours and even an overnight stay - Kapiti Island Nature Tours and Kapiti Island Eco Tours.
Southward Car Museum
Southward Car Museum houses an eclectic collection of cars from an 1895 Benz Velo to a Back to the Future DeLorean. There is also a wide range of other vehicles, including motorcycles, traction engines and tuk-tuks. Southward Car Museum also offer venue hire, including the Southward Theatre, smaller conference spaces, and outdoor spaces for larger events.
Nga Manu Nature Reserve
Ngā Manu is a nature reserve set on 14 hectares of coastal lowland swamp forest and provides a haven for native birds. You can walk past ponds, wetlands, and open lawn areas and walk through aviaries, reptile enclosures, and a nocturnal Kiwi house. For a special look at the Kiwis, sign up for a Kiwi Night Encounter.
Shopping, local breweries and eateries
One thing there is no shortage of on the Kapiti Coast is shops, restaurants, cafes, bars, and even breweries and distilleries like Duncans, North End and The Bond Store. You'll find local artisan delights at the Kapiti Chocolate Factory, enjoy pizza at the Mediterranean Foods Trattoria, Long Beach, or Passo, and enjoy the best coffee at Dark Horse Coffee, Remedy outlets, or one of the many cafes.
