Markets

Step into the vibrant heart of Cook Islands culture through our island markets, where music, food, and community come together. These market spaces are the perfect place to meet locals, sample authentic flavours, and take home a piece of paradise.

Punanga Nui Market in Rarotonga

The Punanga Nui Market in Avarua, Rarotonga’s main town, offers free entertainment, fresh food stalls, organic coffee, and authentic souvenirs like pearls, artwork, crafts and hats made of coconut frond. While the market is open until midday, early Saturday morning is the best time to go for locally grown fruits and vegetables as well as homemade treats like poke. Also, make sure to head over to the main stage from about 10am to enjoy live music and dancing. Getting to the market is easy! While some hotels and resorts offer a shuttle to the markets, you can also catch the public bus or organise a transfer. If you're driving, simply find a spot in the designated market parking area.

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Muri Night Market in Rarotonga

The Muri Night Market in the Ngatangiia Village are a great way to curate your own dinner from the various food trucks, stalls and stands all while mixing and mingling with visitors and locals alike. Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday evenings from 5pm (until sold out), the night markets offer a variety of food from local BBQ meals, seafood, fresh drinking coconuts, chicken curries, wok-fried noodles, pizza, desserts and more.

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Orongo Park Night Market in Aitutaki

Aitutaki’s Orongo Park Night Market pops up every second Thursday of the month from 5 to 7pm, with local stalls serving up island food, cold drinks, fresh coconuts, sweet treats, clothing, and live Cook Islands stringband tunes. Come hang out, grab a bite, and enjoy the community atmosphere with the locals.

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Ada's Market in Atiu

For those lucky enough to visit the eco-adventure that is our island of Atiu, be sure to visit Ada's Market at the Tengatangi Hardcourt. Held every other Thursday from 5pm, this market is the perfect spot to grab local food and drinks to take back to your accommodation and enjoy. Since most accommodation on the island is self-contained, this is a great opportunity to stock up on fresh produce, bottles of freshly squeezed coconut cream, baked bread, and more!

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A FEW HELPFUL TIPS

For the best selection of fresh food, arrive early. Bring New Zealand dollars or Cook Islands coins in small denominations, as most stalls are cash only and change may be limited. Remember to take a reusable bag for your purchases, and be sure to chat with the friendly vendors. They're happy to share stories about their produce and recommend local specialties.

Mercati

Scopri di più sulla nostra cultura delle Isole Cook esplorando i mercati locali in offerta. Il sabato mattina, fai una gita ai mercati Punanga Nui per bancarelle di cibo locale, bevande, head ei, pareu e souvenir (solo per citarne alcuni).

Il mercato di Punanga Nui ad Avarua, la città principale di Rarotonga, offre intrattenimento gratuito, bancarelle di cibo fresco, caffè biologico e souvenir autentici come perle, opere d'arte, artigianato e cappelli fatti di fronde di cocco. Sebbene il mercato sia aperto fino a mezzogiorno, il sabato mattina presto è il momento migliore per acquistare frutta e verdura coltivate localmente e prelibatezze fatte in casa come colpire. Inoltre, assicurati di recarti sul palco principale dalle 10:00 circa per goderti musica dal vivo e balli.

MERCATI NOTTURNI DI MURI
I mercati notturni di Muri nel Muri Beach Village sono un ottimo modo per organizzare la tua cena dai vari food truck, bancarelle e bancarelle, il tutto mescolandoti e mescolandoti con turisti e gente del posto. Aperti martedì, mercoledì, giovedì e domenica sera dalle 17:00, i mercati notturni offrono una varietà di cibo da pasti barbecue locali, frutti di mare, noci di cocco fresche da bere, pollo al curry, noodles fritti nel wok, pizza, dessert e altro ancora.

ALCUNI CONSIGLI UTILI:
Vai presto per avere la più ampia selezione di cibo in offerta.
Ricorda di portare i tuoi dollari neozelandesi o le monete delle Isole Cook poiché le bancarelle sono solo in contanti.
Acquista ai mercati in autobus o se stai guidando, parcheggia appena fuori strada.