Takahiwai
Whangarei
Popular places to visit
![Whangarei showing sailing, a marina and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179300-Whangarei.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 which includes a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180317-Whangarei-Quarry-Gardens.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
![Claphams National Clock Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179950-Claphams-Clocks.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 showing heritage architecture, a house and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180413-Reyburn-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 showing interior views and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/236000/236350-Whangarei.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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.
Things to do
![Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre Full day access](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47202134/2a4132e8-04e0-4fb9-b07a-aa29b7599788.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47184399/ea6f2418-be80-4157-89f9-94a635c1109c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
Top hotels in Takahiwai
![Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54874/0beca15c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2025
![Kingswood Manor Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623900/9623818/a524e0cb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2025
![Aaron Court Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49160000/49150100/49150065/67cf14d2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025
![Motel Six](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593044/0a21b6c2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2025
![Pacific Rendezvous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626382/d14237f9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2025
![Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3848400/3848353/a133e8eb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Takahiwai
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Mata
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Refining NZ Visitors Centre while you're exploring Mata and the larger area.
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Marsden Cove
While Marsden Cove isn't home to many top sights, Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia are some notable places to visit nearby.
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One Tree Point
Though One Tree Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia.
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Marsden Point
While Marsden Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Reotahi Bay and Mcleod Bay.
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Portland
While there might not be top attractions in Portland, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Mt Manaia.
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Onerahi
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.