The Best Indoor and All-Weather Activities in Niue
Niue is a tropical island so downpours can happen at any time of the year. So when the rain starts to pour, what are your options? What are the things to do in Niue on a rainy day? We give you some fun ideas in the list below!
Before we jump into the things to do in Niue on a rainy day, remember to bookmark the 101 Things to Do in Niue: The Ultimate List for more amazing experiences.
1. Visit the Taoga Niue Museum
It might be cliché to start off with a museum, but it’s the universal rainy day activity for a reason! Get out of the rain while enjoying a dose of culture at the Fale Tau Taoga, i.e. the Niue National Museum. The museum in Alofi features a small yet interesting collection of artefacts, from World War One heirlooms to amazing woven crafts to archaeological stone tools. The museum is open Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 3 pm. There is a small entry charge but guided tours and self-guided brochures are complimentary. Check out more experiences in the town in the 10 Best Things to Do in Alofi.
Location: Halamahaga Road, signposted from the main road in Alofi, central west coast of Niue.
© NiuePocketGuide.com2. Visit the Niue Market
If the rain hits on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday, then at least you can get out of the rain at the Niue Market. The Niue Market is located in an undercover market building in Alofi where stallholders sell handicrafts, produce and more. Check out market schedules in the 5 Best Markets in Niue. There is also an evening market on the first Thursday of the month.
Location: Main road next to the Visitor Information Centre, Alofi town centre, central west coast of Niue.
© NiuePocketGuide.com3. Do Some Niuean Weaving
Another indoor activity is learning how to weave Niuean style. Various women’s groups host their own weaving day in Alofi on certain days of the week, which is well worth picking up a schedule at the Visitor Information Centre. The weaving groups at Makini Hall and Aliutu Hall are where you can watch the women in action making all sorts of amazing handicrafts, as well as craft your own coaster or something else small – learn more in the 10 Best Ways to Experience the Niue Culture.
Location: Makini Hall orange building opposite Utuko Reef and Aliutu Hall white building next to the “Jessop” building, main road of Alofi, central west coast of Niue.
(c) niuepocketguide.com4. Check Out the Tahiono Art Gallery
Keep out of the rain and browse some fabulous art at the Tahiono Art Gallery. The gallery is located in the Commercial Centre of Alofi, where you can browse a wide range of oil canvas paintings, prints and ebony carvings. They are open from Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm (but things change all the time in Niue, so check with the Visitor Information Centre for opening times, as explained in our guide to Opening Hours in Niue: Odd Hours, Tide Times & Things to Know).
Location: Alofi Commercial Centre, Alofi town centre, central west coast of Niue.
(c) niuepocketguide.com5. Shop for Unique Niuean Souvenirs
A rainy day could be a good day to pick up gifts for friends and family back home. Check out the gift stores in Alofi, such as Kauhi Krafts, Hinopoto Handicrafts and Taoke Prints, as well as Tiki’s Store in Hakupu. Get inspired for gifts with our 10 Amazing Niue Souvenirs & Gifts. Plus, check out the 10 Best Shops to Buy Souvenirs in Niue for more advice on shopping.
Location: All over Niue! See the link above for specific locations.
(c) niuepocketguide.com6. Pray the Rain Away at the Local Church (on a Sunday)
When the heavens open, it’s a good time to pray for it to stop, which you can incidentally do at a Niuean church service on a Sunday. Not only will you be indoors, but the beautiful harmonies sung by the locals are enough to lift anyone’s spirits. Check out the 10 Best Churches in Niue to Experience as a Visitor for recommendations on churches to visit.
Location: All over Niue! See the link above for specific locations.
(c) niuepocketguide.com7. Watch Cultural Performances at the Niue Primary School Assembly (on a Friday)
If you’re lucky enough to be in Niue during Niue Primary School‘s fortnightly Friday assembly, head down to enjoy cultural performances, singing, dancing, certificate-giving and all kinds of cuteness – all out of the rain! Everyone, including visitors to the island, is welcome to attend this event that starts around 9 am on a Friday – ask at the Visitor Information Centre to see if the assembly is taking place on the Friday you wish to attend. Find the school down Alofi-Hakupu Road just a few kilometres from Alofi.
Location: Niue Primary School, the turn-off is approximately 1.6 km (1 mi) along the Alofi-Liku Road from Alofi. Turn off at the sign for the Alofi Rugby Club and follow the road all the way to the parking area at the end.
© NiuePocketGuide.com8. Go Snorkelling…
We recommend going snorkelling on a rainy day with the idea that, well, you’ll get wet anyway! Even on rainy days, Niue’s water visibility tends to still be pretty awesome with the island having limited surface run-off. Of course, make sure that it’s still safe to snorkel at your chosen spot, as rain can often be associated with stormy weather making unsafe sea conditions for swimming. Check out the snorkelling spots in the 10 Best Places to Snorkel in Niue.
Location: All over Niue! See the link above for specific locations.
© NiuePocketGuide.com9. … Or Scuba Diving…
With the same idea that you’ll get wet anyway, why not go scuba diving?! Scuba diving in Niue is sensational with crystal clear waters (even when raining), caves to explore and an array of marine life. Niue’s scuba diving operators will only take you out if the conditions are safe to do so, so you’ve got nothing to lose if you choose to head out scuba diving on a rainy day in Niue. Find out more about diving adventures in The Guide to Scuba Diving in Niue.
Location: See The Best Dive Shops & Operators in Niue for operators and their locations.
(c) niuepocketguide.com10. … Or Whale Swimming
Ok, we swear this is the last one in the water, but if you’re in Niue between July and September, then you have the unique opportunity to swim with humpback whales. There’s the opportunity to swim with these majestic creatures on tours with licensed operators, taking you to get in the water with some of the world’s largest mammals. Note, again, that whale tours will only operate if the sea conditions are safe to do. Learn more in The Guide to Whale Watching & Swimming in Niue.
Location: See The Best Whale Tours in Niue for operators and their locations.
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© NiuePocketGuide.comMore Things to Do in Niue on a Rainy Day
That’s it for our guide on things to do in Niue on a rainy day but by no means the end of our Niue advice! Check out these other articles to help plan the perfect getaway:
- 101 Things to Do in Niue: The Ultimate List
- 10 Things to Do in Niue at Night
- What is the Weather Like in Niue?
Finally, plan the rest of your Niue getaway with The Complete Travel Guide to Niue.
