Whau Valley

Whangarei

Popular places to visit

Whangarei featuring a bay or harbor, a marina and sailing

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.

Town Basin Marina
Whangarei Quarry Gardens featuring a park

Whangarei Quarry Gardens

Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.

Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Botanica & Cafler Park which includes interior views and a park

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.

Botanica & Cafler Park
Claphams National Clock Museum

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.

Claphams National Clock Museum
Whangarei showing heritage architecture, a park and a house

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.

Reyburn House

Whangarei Art Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum in Whangarei. Wander the marina and beaches in the area.

Whangarei Art Museum

Things to do

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre Full day access

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.

P859
per adult
Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.
Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei

Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei

P7,727
per traveler
Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei
Let us take you on a journey of discovery.

Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours

P13,565
per adult
Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours
The Kauri Museum: Entry Ticket

Matakohe: The Kauri Museum Entry Ticket

P859
per adult
Matakohe: The Kauri Museum Entry Ticket
The Hundertwasser Art Centre with Wairau Māori Art Gallery is located by the picturesque Town Basin marina.

Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary

P859
per adult
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
Whangarei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: admission & guided tour

Whangarei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: admission & guided tour

P1,545
per adult
Whangarei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: admission & guided tour
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Top hotels in Whau Valley

Kingswood Manor Motel
Kingswood Manor Motel
3.5 out of 5
260 Kamo Road, Whangarei, Northland
The price is P4,626 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P4,626
P5,320 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls ...
8/10 Very Good! (493 reviews)
"Tidy older motel. Clean, bed was hard"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Kingswood Manor Motel
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
3 out of 5
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei
The price is P5,873 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P5,873
P6,754 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (538 reviews)
"Great venue"

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Continental Motel
Continental Motel
3.5 out of 5
67 Kamo Road, Kensington, Whangarei
The price is P5,135 per night from Jul 18 to Jul 19
P5,135
P5,906 total
Jul 18 - Jul 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Mair Park are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (312 reviews)
"Amazing hotel, clean facility, everything works. Spa is great."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Continental Motel
Aaron Court Motel
Aaron Court Motel
2.5 out of 5
22 Wolfe Street, Whangarei
Stay at this aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Claphams Clock Museum and Hundertwasser Art ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (75 reviews)
"A bit outdated, no light switch near bed for ceiling lights. Bed was comfortable, needed extra pillows."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

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Aaron Court Motel
Motel Six
Motel Six
3 out of 5
153 Bank Street, Whangarei
The price is P3,663 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P3,663
P4,212 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Claphams Clock Museum and Old Library Arts ...
8/10 Very Good! (285 reviews)
"Easy to locate and close to town."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025

Motel Six
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
4 out of 5
1 Marina Drive, Rd3, Tutukaka
The price is P5,110 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
P5,110
P5,876 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Tutukaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (525 reviews)
"Room size was great anf perfect for a family. Staff at the restaurant were amazing and went above and beyond. Fantastic job!"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
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Other neighbourhoods around Whau Valley

Whangarei Quarry Gardens showing a garden

Kensington

While Kensington isn't home to many top sights, Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Quarry Arts Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kensington
Loved walking in that trailing to a beautiful point of view to the falls.

Tikipunga

While there might not be top attractions in Tikipunga, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Falls and Whangarei Quarry Gardens.

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Regent

While Regent isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Regent
About 3 hr drive away from Auckland you can feed and tour wild cats. The lion from Narnia posters is here too! Beautiful and majestic, it's well worth the trip! #adventure #newzealand #realmiddleearth #zoo #fun #animals #wildcats

Kamo

Kamo might not have many top sights, but Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Botanica & Cafler Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Riverside

While Riverside isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Woodhill

Woodhill is well-liked for its spas. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Botanica & Cafler Park and Quarry Arts Centre.

Woodhill

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