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Gisborne Travel Guide: 50 reviews and 105 photos

Gisborne was a great place to grow up in. It is a small town on the east coast of the North Island and is somewhat isolated and off the main tourist trail.

Pros and Cons

Pros:great beaches and hot, hot summer days.
Cons:Cold winters and a bit isolated.

Intro Written May 15, 2004
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Reviews (5)

mmmm Indian food. Restaurants (1)

I love indian food and I am pleased to see that Gisborne now has three Indian Restaurants. Of the three, if I were... more travel advice

Budget motel Hotels (1)

I generally stay here when visiting Gisborne because it is about the cheapest motel accom. in town. it is a small place... more travel advice

First Light Festival Things to Do (1)

Because Gisborne is the most easterly city, it is also the first city to see the sunrise everyday. This attracts quite a... more travel advice

Beaches Favorites (1)

Gisbornes main attraction has to the sweeping sandy beaches that surround the district. Most of the city beaches provide... more travel advice

Shopping (1)
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mosiez Aug 4, 2005 at 4:36 PM

Kia ora Ive been to Gisborne on my way around the East Cape.I loved the area.It really was different.I met some wonderful,friendly people.That was my 2nd NZ experience.Im now planning my 4th trip.I love the place.I lived in Coromandel for 6 months.
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craic May 15, 2004 at 6:52 PM

Isn't it funny, I've never been to Gisborne so I have to visit your page.