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Mapua

Tasman District, New Zealand · Oceania

About Mapua

Mapua is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Monaco, 31km from Takaka Hill Road.

Mapua is a town located in Tasman District, New Zealand. With a population of 1,819, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Mapua sits in New Zealand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Pacific/Auckland time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mapua to your route.

About Mapua

Māpua is a small town in the South Island of New Zealand. It is to the west of Nelson on State Highway 60 and on the coastline of Tasman Bay. With a thriving wharf and commercial area, Māpua has grown in popularity for visitors, with numbers swelling the region over the summer months. A large fair and market is held

Read more every Easter Sunday. Up to 10,000 people visit the town on this day to enjoy rides, stalls, and other attractions. The local schools and playcentre benefit from the fair, which is their primary fundraising activity.

Read more on Wikipedia

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What are the best things to do in Mapua?

Mapua offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Mapua located?

Mapua is located in Tasman District, New Zealand, Oceania. The coordinates are -41.2500 latitude, 173.1000 longitude.

What is the population of Mapua?

Mapua has a population of approximately 1,819 people, making it a town in New Zealand.

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Quick Information

Population
1,819
Continent
Oceania
Country
New Zealand
Region
Tasman District
Timezone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-41.2500, 173.1000

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in New Zealand

Police
111
Ambulance
111
Fire
111
Non-emergency police
105
Driving side
left

Many rural bridges are single-lane. Give way as signed.

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Worth the detour from Mapua

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

National Transport & Toy Museum

Eclectic collection of vintage vehicles and motoring memorabilia in New Zealand's sunny Nelson region.

13 km · about 25 min drive

famous road

Takaka Hill Road

New Zealand's most winding main highway climbs a marble mountain to reach Golden Bay on the South Island's northern tip.

31 km · about 35 min drive

national park

Abel Tasman National Park

Golden sand beaches, turquoise bays, and lush coastal forest on New Zealand's South Island.

41 km · about 50 min drive

natural wonder

Te Waikoropupu Springs

The clearest freshwater ever measured outside Antarctica, discharging 14,000 litres a second through sand vents near Takaka. Sacred to local iwi; viewed from boardwalks but not entered.

53 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Mapua

  • 31 kmTakaka Hill RoadNew Zealand's most winding main highway climbs a marble mountain to reach Golden Bay on the South Island's northern tip.
  • 70 kmQueen Charlotte DriveWinding 35 km sealed road between Picton and Havelock hugging the Marlborough Sounds, with numerous bays and lookout pull-offs.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Mapua.

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Enner Glynn

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Washington Valley

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14 km awayPop. 3,080

Bishopdale

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15 km awayPop. 2,630

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