Whangarei area

Whangarei Attractions Worth Staying For!

Whangarei attractions for everyone, from exciting adventures to exquisite exhibitions. We’ll cover everything from the most popular, to some hidden gems

Gardens, Parks & Waterfalls

Whangarei is full of natural beauty, with an abundance of picturesque parks, gardens and waterfalls. Mair Park offers a peaceful bushwalk along the Hatea River.

Museums and Art Galleries

If you’re interested in local history, Whangarei Museum and Kiwi House offers an insight into European and Maori history.

Restaurants and Bars

In the past ten years, Whangarei’s bar scene and quality of restaurants has improved in leaps and bounds.

School Holiday Programmes

Shopping

If you’re a shopaholic, Whangarei has shopping to satisfy all your needs.

Whangarei Walks You Shouldn't Miss!

From lush native forest, to calming rivers. Our local experts have done the hard yards assembling the 10 best Whangarei Walks (with some help from the community).

Whangarei Beaches

With over 100 beaches, the Whangarei coast is a great spot for your summer holiday.

Whangarei Events

Whangarei’s Wildlife

Discover wildlife experiences around Whangarei, from farm parks to coastal adventures.