What's Avarua like?
In Avarua, you can easily get to the beach or simply visit the bars. Enjoy fun activities in the neighbourhood such as snorkelling and swimming. Take in some culture at Cook Islands Library and Museum and Cook Islands National Museum. There's plenty more to see, including Cook Island Christian Church and Punanga Nui Market.
How to get to Avarua
Flying to:
- Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.), 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Avarua
Things to see and do in and around Avarua
What to see in Avarua
- Cook Island Christian Church
- Wreck of the Matai
- Para O Tane Palace
Things to do in Avarua
- Cook Islands Library and Museum
- Punanga Nui Market
- Cook Islands National Museum
- Beachcomber Pearl Market
- Beachcomber Gallery
Other popular Avarua attractions
- Bergman & Sons
- The Perfume Factory
- Punanga Nui
When is the best time to visit Rarotonga?
- Hottest months: March, February, January, April (average 27°C)
- Coldest months: August, September, July, October (average 23°C)
- Rainiest months: January, March, December, February (average 232 mm of rainfall)