Raglan Town & Bow Street
Bow Street, Whāingaroa
The main street of this surf town, lined with cafés, surf shops, galleries and craft stores, with a strong laid-back hippie vibe.
Bow Street is the heart of Raglan, lined with tall palm trees. Along the street you'll find independent cafés, organic restaurants, surfboard and secondhand clothing shops, plus galleries showcasing local artists and Māori craft shops. Creative markets often pop up on weekends, and bars host live music in the evenings. At the far end of the street is the harbour, a short walk to the wharf and Te Kopua Footbridge. Parking in town is easy, so it makes a great starting point for the day: grab a morning coffee here, then head to the beach.
Opening hours
Open all day (most shops 09:00–17:00)
Nearby sights
- Kopua Footbridge (Raglan Footbridge)
- Raglan Wharf
- Raglan & Ngarunui Beach
- Manu Bay
- Whale Bay & Indicators
- Mount Karioi
- Bridal Veil Falls (Wairēinga)
- Ruapuke Beach