Depending on where you start – some great day excursions can be had right around the Northland region.
Long stretches of beach, an intimate bay, awe-inspiring trees could all feature – or perhaps a cultural encounter, a swim with the dolphins or a day out fishing. Culture, history, getting back to nature or pure indulgence can all be added to your list of ‘must dos’.
Restaurants in Whangarei
- Top Sail – High End
- Mean’s – Vietnamese
- The Quay
- No. 8 – Mixed Asian
- Split
- Tonic
- Amici – Italian
- Fat Camel – Mediterranean
- Ezumi – Japanese
- Pimarn – Thai
- Pure Bar & Grill
- Shiraz – Indian
Local Attractions
- Whangarei Information Centre
- Dive Tutukaka
- Longview Winery Estate
- Kauri Clock Factory
- Northland’s Clapham’s Clocks
- The Kauri Museum
- The NZ Refining Company
- Local fishing trips – Dean Marine
- Terenga Paraoa Tours
Local Arts & Crafts
- Burning Issues Gallery
- Whangarei Art Museum
- Parua Bay Gallery
- Tuatara Design Store & Art Gallery
- The Quarry, Northland Craft Trust
- The Bach Arts & Crafts
- Helena Bay Gallery and Cafe
Golf Clubs
What’s on in Whangarei
Other links
- Whangarei Passenger Services – Phone +64 9 438 6005, Airport shuttle service, Book-a-Ride, Book-a-Trip, tours, alternative to taxis www.whangareibus.co.nz