Avenues Travel Guide
Whangarei
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Quarry Arts Centre
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Quarry Arts Centre during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Things to do
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
Whangarei Trike Tour to Waterfalls, Beaches & More
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
Top hotels in Avenues
Lodge Bordeaux
Nice room, great staff . . . just a short overnight stay, but I'll be back.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge
Lovely room and the setting and location were great. The staff person we dealt with was friendly and efficient. We would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Bella Vista Motel Whangarei
Excellent staff and amenities
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Staff was nice and welcoming; the room cleaning was excellent… although the room had a funky smell, the bed was comfortable. I could have done without the strange round mirror in the room.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Kingswood Manor Motel
Clean and tidy, enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Welcoming and great room
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Avenues
Whangarei Central
While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
Morningside
While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hundertwasser Art Centre and Town Basin Marina.
Regent
Though Regent may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hundertwasser Art Centre and Town Basin Marina.
Riverside
When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Hundertwasser Art Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kensington
Kensington might not have many top sights, but Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Hundertwasser Art Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Parahaki
If you're spending some time in Parahaki, Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou are top sights worth seeing.
