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Popular places to visit

Whangarei showing a marina, sailing and a bay or harbour

Town Basin Marina

4/5(1 review)

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 showing a garden

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
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
Botanica & Cafler Park which includes interior views and a garden

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
Whangarei showing a garden, heritage architecture 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 an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your travels 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.

S$19
per adult
Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.
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

S$19
per adult
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
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Top hotels in Portland

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
3 out of 5
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei
The price is S$164 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
S$164
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
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! (504 reviews)
"We enjoyed staying however Shower great except the height too low I’m 5ft 9 inches and had to bend my knees to wash my hair. We were on the ground level and every time when the person above walked over their floor we heard every movement."

Reviewed on 4 Feb,2025

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Kingswood Manor Motel
Kingswood Manor Motel
3.5 out of 5
260 Kamo Road, Whangarei, Northland
The price is S$121 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
S$121
includes taxes & fees
14 Feb - 15 Feb
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! (468 reviews)
"We used the motel as a base to travel the area and we liked the location."

Reviewed on 3 Feb,2025

Kingswood Manor Motel
Aaron Court Motel
Aaron Court Motel
2.5 out of 5
22 Wolfe Street, Whangarei
The price is S$138 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
S$138
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
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! (58 reviews)
"Spacious rooms, very clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 5 Feb,2025

Aaron Court Motel
Discovery Settlers Hotel
Discovery Settlers Hotel
3.5 out of 5
61 Hatea Drive, Whangarei
The price is S$131 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
S$131
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (541 reviews)
"Great friendly staff. Buffet breakfast was delicious. Unfortunately some of the rooms could do with updates. The smooth edge on the carpet is sharp and digs into your feet."

Reviewed on 13 Jan,2025

Discovery Settlers Hotel
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
4 out of 5
1 Marina Drive, Rd3, Tutukaka
The price is S$147 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
S$147
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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! (499 reviews)
"Great location and views clean and tidy."

Reviewed on 4 Feb,2025

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Motel Six
Motel Six
3 out of 5
153 Bank Street, Whangarei
The price is S$102 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
S$102
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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! (259 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 30 Jan,2025

Motel Six
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Other neighbourhoods around Portland

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Raumanga

When in Raumanga, you can plan a visit to Northland Event Centre and Botanica & Cafler Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Raumanga
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Port Whangarei

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

Port Whangarei
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Onerahi

4/5(1 area review)

While Onerahi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mt Manaia and Whangarei Art Museum.

Onerahi
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Morningside

While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Botanica & Cafler Park and Whangarei Art Museum.

Morningside
Botanica & Cafler Park showing forests

Avenues

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

Avenues
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Riverside

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

Riverside

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