Tikipunga Travel Guide
Whangarei
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.
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.
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 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 Tikipunga
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Spacious and clean
Reviewed on 25 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
We had our own breakfast. The property was very clean and well- presented
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
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
Aaron Court Motel
It was a really nice honest, good value little place. Not flash, but enough.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tikipunga
Whau Valley
Though Whau Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls.
Kamo
While Kamo isn't home to many top sights, Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
Abbey Caves
Abbey Caves is well liked for its spas, and you can visit sights like Mair Park and A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park if you have time to explore the area.
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.
