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Avarua · Best Bars · Curated · Updated 2026
Best Bars in Avarua
Discover the best bars in Avarua. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best bars in Avarua
Trader Jacks
Discover Trader Jacks: A lively grill and bar in Avarua offering delicious cuisine, vibrant nightlife, and breathtaking ocean views.
Q6VG+G4J, Ara Tapu, Avarua
Tamarind House Restaurant & Ukulele Bar
Experience the culinary delights of the Cook Islands at Tamarind House Restaurant & Ukulele Bar, where local flavors meet vibrant entertainment.
Ara Tapu, Avarua
21.3 Vaiana's Bar & Bistro
Experience the vibrant flavors and stunning views at Vaiana's Bar & Bistro, the perfect beachside retreat in Avarua, Cook Islands.
Q5XW+PCF, Ara Tapu, Avarua
The Waterline Restaurant and Outrigger Beach Bar
Experience the flavors of Rarotonga at The Waterline Restaurant, where stunning lagoon views and delicious cuisine create unforgettable dining moments.
Q5CC+Q8F Arorangi, Rarotonga
Antipodes rarotonga
Experience the best of Cook Islands cuisine at Antipodes Rarotonga, where local flavors meet stunning tropical views.
Avarua
Wilsons Bar & Restaurant
Experience the flavors and vibrant atmosphere of Wilsons Bar & Restaurant in Arorangi, where local culture meets culinary delight.
Q58C+HM5, Arorangi District
Shipwreck Hut Bar & Restaurant & Accomodation
Discover the vibrant atmosphere of Shipwreck Hut Bar & Restaurant, where delicious grilled dishes meet lively live music in Arorangi District.
Arorangi District
Tumunu Bar and Restaurant
Discover Tumunu Bar and Restaurant, where vibrant island culture meets delicious local cuisine and refreshing drinks in the heart of Arorangi District.
Q5JC+QF3, Ara Tapu, Arorangi District
Hula Bar
Discover the lively Hula Bar in Rarotonga, where tropical drinks and vibrant music create the perfect island nightlife experience.
Main Road, Nikao Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
COCOCKTAIL
Discover the exquisite flavors of Rarotonga at CocoCocktail, where stunning views and refreshing cocktails meet culinary excellence.
Black Rock Arorangi, Rarotonga
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