Avarua Travel Guide
Rarotonga
Popular places to visit
Cook Islands Library and Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cook Islands Library and Museum during your trip to Rarotonga. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling spots.
Cook Island Christian Church
Cook Island Christian Church is just one of the places to see in Rarotonga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this relaxing area or enjoy its snorkelling spots.
Punanga Nui Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Punanga Nui Market during your stay in Rarotonga. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling spots.
Cook Islands National Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Cook Islands National Museum during your trip to Rarotonga. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Beachcomber Pearl Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Beachcomber Pearl Market during your stay in Rarotonga. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's spectacular coral reefs.
Muri Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Muri Beach, a popular beach in Rarotonga.
Top hotels in Avarua
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
we paid extra for a pool side room but couldn’t see the pool from our room. we were told 1 week prior to check in the pool was supposed to be under maintenance for half of our trip but the pool was then not completed till 2 days after that. wish we were give the option to switch to the sister resort ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Kia Orana Villas and Spa
Room was great. Staff was amazing and Joe was kind allowing us to have breakfast earlier thank opening time on our first morning.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Atupa Suites
We loved our stay at the Atupa suites. We loved the private pool and everything else about our stay. It was perfect for what we wanted
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Nothing wrong with the hotel, room or staff but also not particularly inspiring. Spaghetti House was good for supper. Only stayed one night whilst travelling back to the UK. Much better places on Rarotonga if you’re staying longer.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
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Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Wonderful place to stay, lovely staff and a professionally run resort. Will defintiely be back!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Avarua
Takuvaine Tapere
While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.
Kiikii Tapere
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kiikii Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Beachcomber Pearl Market and Cook Islands Library and Museum.
Matavera
Some popular features of Matavera include its beaches and snorkelling. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Muri Beach or Te Vara Nui Village are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Turangi Tapere
While Turangi Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village are some notable places to visit nearby.
Arorangi
Arorangi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.
Tupapa Tapere
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tupapa Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Muri Beach and Cook Islands Library and Museum.
