Visit artists in their open studios - Waitomo to South Ruapehu, including local art galleries, gardens, local food, culture and adventures to boot

Here is an outline of the Art Trail:

The Adventure Highway Art Trail features artists and their open studios, local Art galleries, gardens, local food and culture, and adventures to boot.

On the weekends of February 22 and 23rd and March 1st and 2nd 2025, the Art Trail will hold an ‘Artists Open Studio Event’  highlighting the artworks of Waitomo, South Waikato, and Ruapehu artists all along the adventure highway.  This event offers a wide variety of arts and crafts to view and purchase, a selection of some of New Zealand’s best gardens hidden along this trail, and the option of enjoying the hospitality of participating Marae, where you’ll be able to see a selection of precious Taonga and gain an insight into local culture. The Adventure Highway Art Trail makes a perfect 2- or 3-day getaway where you can also enjoy a taste of a variety of the adventures the regions offer as well if time allows. For more information on things to do, go to www.visitruapehu.com. To read more about the Adventure Highway Art Trail and view samples of Artists’ work together with listings for local accommodations, Cafes, Restaurants and Gardens on the trail, visit www.adventurehighwayarttrail.shop  Here you’ll also be able to view and download the Art Trail map online as well  For more information, Call Mark on 021 109 8290  Email adventurehighwayarttrail@gmail.com