Whangarei Central Travel Guide
Whangarei





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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.

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.

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.

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: Hundertwasser Art Centre: admission & guided tour

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.

Whangarei Trike Tour to Waterfalls, Beaches & More

Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary

Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
Top hotels in Whangarei Central

Quest Whangarei
The Quest is in a great location and the rooms spacious and have great facilities. The are extremely helpful and we always our stay.
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Grand Hotel, Whangarei
Very clean room and comfortable bed. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Modern room with good facilities
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Kingswood Manor Motel
Bathroom towels got stains on it
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Its always a wonderful experience staying at Oceans Tutukaka
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Continental Motel
Staff were brilliant and facilities were great. Would definitely stay there again
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Whangarei Central

Riverside
When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

Avenues
While visiting Avenues, you might make a stop by sights like Botanica & Cafler Park and Quarry Arts Centre.

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.

