Whangarei
Travel Guide





Visit Whangarei
Where to stay in Whangarei

One Tree Point
While One Tree Point might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia.

Onerahi
While Onerahi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.

Whangarei Central
If you're spending some time in Whangarei Central, Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina are top sights worth seeing.

Marsden Point
Though Marsden Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reotahi Bay and Mcleod Bay.

Marsden Cove
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Marsden Cove and surrounding area, you can visit Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia.

Portland
While Portland might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whangarei Art Museum and Northland Event Centre.

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
The room was clean & very comfortable. There is a heated swimming pool and Easy walk into town.
Reviewed on 7 January 2026

Kingswood Manor Motel
Clean room , good for a quick stop over , love the shower pressure good for washing my thick hair haha
Reviewed on 30 December 2025

Discovery Settlers Hotel
Clean room and had nice facilities
Reviewed on 4 January 2026

Kingswood Manor Motel
Clean room , good for a quick stop over , love the shower pressure good for washing my thick hair haha
Reviewed on 30 December 2025

Aaron Court Motel
Yes, off street parking was a bonus
Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Private Cabin minutes drive from the city centre and local tourist attractions
The cabin was cozy with everything that we needed, the family next door are lovely and it had a beautiful environment
Reviewed on 17 October 2025
Popular places to visit

Town Basin Marina
Explore the waterfront in Whangarei with a trip to Town Basin Marina. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Whangarei Quarry Gardens, a lovely green space in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Reyburn House
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Reyburn House in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Botanica & Cafler Park
You can find out about the history of Whangarei with a visit to Botanica & Cafler Park. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Claphams National Clock Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Claphams National Clock Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whangarei Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Other places like Whangarei
- Town Basin Marina
- Whangarei Art Museum
- Whangarei Quarry Gardens
- Hundertwasser Art Centre
- Reyburn House
- Northland Event Centre
- Mair Park
- Botanica & Cafler Park
- Claphams National Clock Museum
- Mt Manaia
- Quarry Arts Centre
- Kiwi North: Museum
- Claphams Clock Museum
- Native Bird Recovery Centre
- Pou
- Tuatara Gallery
- Old Library Arts Centre
- Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou
- Clarke Homestead
