Regent 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.

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.

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 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 Regent

Continental Motel
We had our own breakfast. The property was very clean and well- presented
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Aaron Court Motel
It was a really nice honest, good value little place. Not flash, but enough.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Motel Six
Lovely staff, safe, easy parking
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Discovery Settlers Hotel
Parking very easy and a good location
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Regent Residential Villa
Quite good thanks 😊😊 OK...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2024

Pembrooke Motor Lodge
Friendly service
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Regent

Riverside
When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Claphams National Clock Museum, 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.

Whangarei Central
While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Town Basin Marina and Reyburn House.

Parahaki
If you're spending some time in Parahaki, Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou are top sights worth seeing.

Whau Valley
Though Whau Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls.

Morningside
While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Town Basin Marina and Northland Event Centre.

