Maunu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Whangarei showing sailing, a bay or harbour and a marina

Town Basin Marina

4.5/5(94 reviews)

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 which includes a park

Whangarei Quarry Gardens

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.

Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Botanica & Cafler Park which includes interior views and a park

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
Claphams National Clock Museum

Claphams National Clock Museum

4.5/5(10 reviews)

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
Whangarei showing a house, a park and heritage architecture

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

Kiwi North: Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kiwi North: Museum during your trip to Whangarei.

Kiwi North: Museum

Activities

Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei

Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei

AU$209
per traveller
Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei
Let us take you on a journey of discovery.

Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours

AU$365
per adult
Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours
The Kauri Museum: Entry Ticket

Matakohe: The Kauri Museum Entry Ticket

AU$23
per adult
Matakohe: The Kauri Museum Entry Ticket
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

AU$23
per adult
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
Whangarei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: admission & guided tour

Whangarei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: admission & guided tour

AU$42
per adult
Whangarei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: admission & guided tour
Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre Full day access

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.

AU$23
per adult
Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.
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Our pick of the best Maunu Hotel Deals

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
3 out of 5
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei
The price is AU$175 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$175
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (538 reviews)
"Great venue"

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 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 AU$132 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$132
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (493 reviews)
"Tidy older motel. Clean, bed was hard"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Kingswood Manor Motel
Continental Motel
Continental Motel
3.5 out of 5
67 Kamo Road, Kensington, Whangarei
The price is AU$159 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$159
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Mair Park are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (312 reviews)
"Amazing hotel, clean facility, everything works. Spa is great."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Continental Motel
Aaron Court Motel
Aaron Court Motel
2.5 out of 5
22 Wolfe Street, Whangarei
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$142 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$142
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (75 reviews)
"A bit outdated, no light switch near bed for ceiling lights. Bed was comfortable, needed extra pillows."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Aaron Court Motel
Motel Six
Motel Six
3 out of 5
153 Bank Street, Whangarei
The price is AU$112 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$112
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (285 reviews)
"Easy to locate and close to town."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2025

Motel Six
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
4 out of 5
1 Marina Drive, Rd3, Tutukaka
The price is AU$158 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$158
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (525 reviews)
"Room size was great anf perfect for a family. Staff at the restaurant were amazing and went above and beyond. Fantastic job!"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
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Other neighbourhoods around Maunu

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Horahora

While Horahora isn't home to many top sights, Botanica & Cafler Park and Whangarei Quarry Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Horahora
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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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Otaika

While Otaika may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Botanica & Cafler Park and Whangarei Art Museum.

Otaika
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Woodhill

Woodhill is well liked for its spas. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Botanica & Cafler Park and Quarry Arts Centre.

Woodhill
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Morningside

While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.

Morningside
Whangarei Quarry Gardens which includes a garden

Kensington

4/5(1 area review)

Kensington might not have many top sights, but Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Quarry Arts Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kensington

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