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St Mary's Church, Tikitiki

Tikitiki, Gisborne

A small church filled with Ngāti Porou carving and tukutuku panels.

Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
30 min

St Mary's in Tikitiki is a World War I memorial church decorated inside with intricate Māori carving, painted rafters and woven panels. It is one of the most remarkable buildings on the coast. Visit quietly and respectfully, it is an active church.

Good to know

  • Check for opening times in the village
  • Please ask before photographing inside
Getting there
On SH35 in the village
Vehicles
Campervans fine

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