Things to Do in Petone, Wellington Jackson Street, lined with boutique shops, cafés, and restaurants, creating a lively atmosphere. The nearby Petone Beach and Esplanade offer scenic walks, while the Petone Settlers Museum provides a glimpse into the area's early history.
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Schrödinger’s Books ★ 4.9 · 271 Bookstore
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat 9 AM – 5 PM
Sun 10 AM – 4 PM
Lo Cost Records Record Store
The Chocolate Story Chocolate Shop· NZ$10–20
Mon 9 AM – 2 PM
Tue–Fri 9:30 AM – 5 PM
Sat 9:30 AM – 4 PM
Sun Closed Where to eat & drink in Petone
Ruchi Indian Cuisine ★ 4.8 · 811 Indian· $20-30
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sun 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Seashore Cabaret ★ 4.5 · 2.9k Cafeteria· NZ$20–30
Mon–Wed 7 AM – 4 PM
Thu–Fri 7 AM – 9 PM
Sat 7 AM – 9 PM
Sun 7 AM – 9 PM
Sprig + Fern Petone ★ 4.5 · 991 Bar· NZ$20–30
Mon 2 PM – 10 PM
Tue 12 PM – 10 PM
Wed–Fri 12 PM – 11 PM
Sat 12 PM – 11 PM
Sun 12 PM – 10 PM
Rata's Kitchen ★ 4.9 · 424 Restaurant
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Thu 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Fri 5 PM – 10 PM
Sat 5 PM – 10 PM
Sun 5 PM – 9 PM
House of Good Fortune ★ 4.8 · 268 Café & Bakery· NZ$10–20
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 3 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
The Speight's Ale House Petone ★ 4.3 · 1.3k Gastropub· $30-60
Mon–Wed 3 PM – 12 AM
Thu–Fri 12 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12 PM – 12 AM
Sun 12 PM – 12 AM
K Sing Restaurant ★ 4.6 · 551 Thai· NZ$20–30
Mon–Wed 11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5:30 PM – 9 PM
Thu–Fri 11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Sat 11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Sun Closed
Gluten Free 4u NZ Ltd (Gluten Free Heaven) ★ 4.8 · 195 Bakery· NZ$10–20
Kilim Petone ★ 4.5 · 1.5k Turkish· NZ$20–30
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 11 AM – 8:45 PM
Fri 11 AM – 9 PM
Sat 11 AM – 9 PM
Sun 11 AM – 8:45 PM
Caffiend ★ 4.5 · 1.5k Cafeteria· NZ$20–30
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 3 PM
Sat 8:30 AM – 3 PM
Sun 9 AM – 3 PM
Beannie Cafe ★ 4.5 · 643 Café & Bakery· NZ$20–30
Revive Espresso Limited ★ 4.5 · 617 Café & Bakery· NZ$20–30
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 3 PM
Sat 8:30 AM – 3 PM
Sun 9 AM – 3 PM
Martini on Jackson Restaurant Bar and Sheesha Lounge ★ 4.7 · 117 Gastropub· NZ$30–80
Mon–Thu 4 PM – 9 PM
Fri 4 PM – 10 PM
Sat 4 PM – 11 PM
Sun 4 PM – 9 PM Planning time in Petone?
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1 Schrödinger’s Books 2 Ruchi Indian Cuisine 3 Seashore Cabaret 4 Sprig + Fern Petone 5 Rata's Kitchen 6 Lo Cost Records 7 House of Good Fortune 8 The Speight's Ale House Petone 9 K Sing Restaurant 10 The Chocolate Story Other areas in Wellington Ready to plan Petone? Turn these Petone picks into a day-by-day Wellington plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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