Greymouth Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Greymouth

Greymouth is the largest town on the West Coast and is the turnaround of the Tranz Alpine train journey, recognised as one of the top train trips in the world. The town sits along the bank of the Grey River (named in honour of Sir George Grey), about half a mile from the coast. Greymouth has several scenic walkways along the river and parks, while the surrounding Grey Valley offer adventure activities, heritage attractions and guided nature tours.

Top Attractions in Greymouth

Explore the best things to see and do in Greymouth:

• ★Brunner Mine Historic Area
• ★Coal Creek Falls
• ★Cobden Aromoana Lagoon Walk
• ★Cobden Cave
• ★Greymouth Flood Wall
• ★Kowhai Bush Walk
• ★Left Bank Art Gallery
• ★Monteith's Brewery

Where to Eat in Greymouth

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Australasian Bar & Grill
• 🍴Blanchfield Bakery
• 🍴Buccleugh's on High
• 🍴Clock Tower Cafe
• 🍴Cobden Takeaways
• 🍴Columbus Coffee

Where to Stay in Greymouth

• 🏨Global Village Backpackers
• 🏨Golden Coast B&B
• 🏨Noah's Ark Backpackers
• 🏨Rosewood B&B

Greymouth Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: