Mata
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.
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.
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.
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
Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
Mata Hotel Deals
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Everything was good. Apart from hearing the TV from the room next door at 3am for an hour. Not the hotels fault, but frustrating.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Kingswood Manor Motel
Clean room , good for a quick stop over , love the shower pressure good for washing my thick hair haha
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Aaron Court Motel
Yes, off street parking was a bonus
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Clean,helpful staff,small but clean outdoor pool
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Lodge Bordeaux
Nice room, great staff . . . just a short overnight stay, but I'll be back.
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
Quest Whangarei
Lovely clean room Very spacious
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Mata
Takahiwai
Check out nearby sights like Reotahi Bay while you're spending some time in Takahiwai and the surrounding area.
Marsden Cove
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Marsden Cove and surrounding area, you can visit Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia.
One Tree Point
While One Tree Point might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia.
Portland
While Portland might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whangarei Art Museum and Mt Manaia.
Marsden Point
Though Marsden Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reotahi Bay and Mcleod Bay.
Onerahi
While Onerahi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
