Whau Valley
Whangarei
Visit Whau Valley
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.
Hundertwasser Art Centre
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Hundertwasser Art Centre during your trip to Whangarei.
Things to do
Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
Whau Valley Hotel Deals
Kingswood Manor Motel
Clean and tidy, enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Nice staff, great room and convenient
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Welcoming and great room
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
Continental Motel
Very clean room and excellent service.
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Aaron Court Motel
It was a really nice honest, good value little place. Not flash, but enough.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 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 Nov 8, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Whau Valley
Kensington
While Kensington isn't home to many top sights, Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Town Basin Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Regent
While Regent isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Quarry Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kamo
Kamo might not have many top sights, but Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Whangarei Central
If you're spending some time in Whangarei Central, Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina are top sights worth seeing.
Parahaki
While visiting Parahaki, you might make a stop by sights like Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou.
