Takitumu District
Rarotonga





Visit Takitumu District
Popular places to visit

Te Vara Nui Village
Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.

Maire Nui Botanical Gardens
Enjoy a stroll around these colorful, tropical flower-filled gardens followed by a lunch featuring fresh garden produce in the on-site café.

Avana Harbour
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Avana Harbour during your travels in Rarotonga.

Matutu Brewing Company
Enjoy a trip to Matutu Brewing Company and popular activities such as snorkelling in Rarotonga. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its seafood restaurants.
Muri Night Markets
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Muri Night Markets during your visit to Ngatangiia. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this relaxing area or enjoy its snorkelling spots.
Tikioki Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Tikioki Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rarotonga. Wander the seaside and gardens in this romantic area.
Things to do

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations

Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Takitumu District

Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Everything was excellent, would definitely recommend to fellow travellers.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Muri Beach Resort
Greats spot and nice room, staff were very helpful
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only
The room was very beautiful and modern. The breakfast was minimal but fine. There was a lot of wind that came right into the resort and pool with no shelter so hard to sit outside and enjoy the cold pool.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Little Polynesian Resort
Rog the housekeeping guy was excellent . And Tom the waiter was very good as well. Room was ocean front as promised and staff and food were wonderful. Fantastic stay!!!!
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Ocean Escape Resort&Spa
Ocean view. Had the place to ourselves as its low season the staff were so good and the resort was stunning!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Muri Beach Club
Beautiful property right on the water.. staff were so helpful and making a note of remembering every persons name.. the staff were always helpful and the property was maintained so well.. definitely coming back..
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Takitumu District

Akapuao Tapere
If you're spending some time in Akapuao Tapere, Tikioki Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Tapere of Titikaveka
Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tikioki Marine Sanctuary and Muri Beach while you're in town.

Tapere of Vaimaanga
Travellers like the museums in Tapere of Vaimaanga, and Wigmore's Waterfall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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.

Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Night Markets and Muri Beach.

Muri
While visiting Muri, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
