Whangarei Central Travel Guide
Whangarei
Visit Whangarei Central
Popular places to visit
Town Basin Marina
Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.
Reyburn House
Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.
Claphams National Clock Museum
Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
Botanica & Cafler Park
See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.
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.
Things to do
Whangarei Trike Tour to Waterfalls, Beaches & More
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
Top hotels in Whangarei Central
Quest Whangarei
Lovely clean room Very spacious
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel, Whangarei
I like old buildings so that was cool. Location is great. Only downside is parking is tough.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
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 Jan 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 Dec 2025
Discovery Settlers Hotel
Clean room and had nice facilities
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Aaron Court Motel
Yes, off street parking was a bonus
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whangarei Central
Morningside
While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
Riverside
When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Regent
Though Regent may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum.
Parahaki
If you're spending some time in Parahaki, Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou are top sights worth seeing.
Port Whangarei
When in Port Whangarei, you can plan a visit to Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kensington
Kensington might not have many top sights, but Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Town Basin Marina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
