Whau Valley Travel Guide
Whangarei
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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 an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your travels in Whangarei. Wander the marina and beaches in the area.
Things to do

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.

Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei

Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
Top hotels in Whau Valley

Kingswood Manor Motel
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Continental Motel
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Aaron Court Motel
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Motel Six
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Whau Valley

Kensington
Kensington might not have many top sights, but Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Quarry Arts Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 Art Museum.

Kamo
While Kamo isn't home to many top sights, Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Botanica & Cafler Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Riverside
When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Avenues
While visiting Avenues, you might make a stop by sights like Botanica & Cafler Park and Quarry Arts Centre.

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