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What to do in Whakatane
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Whakatane Hospital
If Whakatane Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane.
Te Manuka Tutahi Marae
You can find out about the history of Whakatane when you stop by Te Manuka Tutahi Marae. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Wairere Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wairere Falls during your travels in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Mataatua: The House That Came Home
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mataatua: The House That Came Home during your trip to Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whakatane Aquatic Centre
You can take time to visit Whakatane Aquatic Centre during your travels to Whakatane. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Whakatane War Memorial Hall
You can learn about the history of Whakatane with a trip to Whakatane War Memorial Hall. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Whakatane District Museum and Gallery
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Whakatane District Museum and Gallery in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whakatane River Walk
You can take time to visit Whakatane River Walk during your travels to Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Te Papaka & Puketapu
Find out about the history of Whakatane with a stop at Te Papaka & Puketapu. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Areas of Whakatane
Maraetotara
While Maraetotara isn't home to many top sights, Maraetotara Reserve and Ohiwa Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.
Coastlands
While Coastlands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wairere Falls and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.
Poroporo
While Poroporo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wairere Falls and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.
Whakatāne Town
While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Wairere Falls.