Take in the sunset with a cocktail near
the water; catch an Island Night Show
with beautiful dancers, and get down
to live local Cook Islands music and
dancing all around town.
Raro’s night life is special – you can
have a great night out whether you’re
on your own, or with friends. 18 or 80
years old, it doesn’t matter, everyone just
gets together. And you’ll feel welcome
wherever you go.
Island Night Shows are a must for every
visitor. There is nothing better than
seeing our beautiful men and women,
adorned in flowers and local costume,
dancing to the wonderful pate (hollowed
wooden drums), ukulele, guitar, and
full voiced singers. It is a joyful, sensual
and exuberant experience. Check out
our Island Night Shows Guide on these
pages to find a venue that suits you.
During the Week
A number of Rarotonga restaurants
feature live music during the week - refer
to our Night Life Guide for details of
what’s on, when and where.
It’s great to wander into some of our smaller
local bars too - the Game Fishing Club is
right on the water; meet the locals and play
some pool, this bar is just east of town.
If you’re staying around the Muri
or Titikaveka area, try Silver Sands
Restaurant at Muri Beach Club Hotel,
or for A la carte dining and some local
music the Pacific Resort, also well known
for their Island Night show. For casual
ambience, check out the Asian street-style
food at The Rickshaw, or mouth-watering
Mexican and Italian dishes at La Casita.
Take a walk downtown and call into The
New Place for great al fresco dining.
Located opposite the
Punanga Nui Market,
right next to the bus stop
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