Mangapai Travel Guide
Whangarei
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.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
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.
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.
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 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.
Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
Top hotels in Mangapai
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Close to beautiful view and playground
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Kingswood Manor Motel
Good
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Continental Motel
Staff were brilliant and facilities were great. Would definitely stay there again
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Aaron Court Motel
Aaron Court Motel was a good choice for my two night stay. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
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
Motel Six
Place was clean and tidy. Friendly staff made checkin easy. Convenient main street location close to several eateries.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mangapai
Portland
While there might not be top attractions in Portland, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Northland Event Centre and Whangarei Art Museum.
Otaika
While Otaika may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Northland Event Centre and Whangarei Art Museum.
Raumanga
When in Raumanga, you can plan a visit to Northland Event Centre and Botanica & Cafler Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Maunu
If you're spending some time in Maunu, Kiwi North: Museum and Native Bird Recovery Centre 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.
Onerahi
While Onerahi may 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.
