Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens

Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens is a great outing for garden, sculpture and coffee enthusiasts. A 1km trail takes visitors through a variety of garden experiences and past approximately 40 sculptures by established and emerging New Zealand artists.

  • Words by Tourism New Zealand
  • Last updated 12 Jun 2025

Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens offers a great day out for garden, sculpture and cafe enthusiasts. It is located 45 minutes north-west of Auckland on a rural property with views over the Kaipara Harbour. A 1km trail takes the visitor through a variety of garden experiences and past approximately 40 sculptures by established and emerging New Zealand artists. Plants within the gardens are arranged to inspire the visitor, with many labelled. The gardens are rated 4 star with the NZ Gardens Trust and accessed through the Kaipara Coast Plant Centre.

Location Te wāhi
1481 Kaipara Coast Highway, Kaukapakapa
Plan your route
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira
Town: 45 minutes drive north west of Auckland Central., Airport: 1.5 hours drive from Auckland Airport depending on the traffic., Bus: Not currently accessibly by public transport., Parking: Extensive car park with bus and coach facility.
  • Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens hydrangea walk.
  • Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens Exhibition 2019. Rebecca Rose sculpture Inflight Entertainment.
  • Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens Exhibition 2019. Gaye Jurisich sculpture The Adherent Trio.
  • Kaipara Coast Coffee Stop.