Whangarei Central
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.
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
Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
Whangarei Trike Tour to Waterfalls, Beaches & More
Top hotels in Whangarei Central
Quest Whangarei
Great location, centre of city, rooms well appointed, quest are our preferred accommodation when travelling, and it was up to our usual expectations from a quest. Only comment he had is the car parking underneath is a bit tight. But overall a good stay.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 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
Everything was perfect as always. Weve stayed here multiple times and were never disappointed
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Continental Motel
Good, loved the spa though temperature was very hot my 7 year old. Nice room was clean and tidy. Was quiet had a good sleep. Nice spacious bathroom with good shower.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Whangarei Central
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.
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.
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 Quarry Gardens.
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 Town Basin Marina and Northland Event Centre, 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.
