Parahaki Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Whangarei showing sailing, a bay or harbour and a marina

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.

Town Basin Marina
Whangarei Quarry Gardens which includes a park

Whangarei Quarry Gardens

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

Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Claphams National Clock Museum

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.

Claphams National Clock Museum
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
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

Mair Park

Explore the great outdoors at Mair Park, a lovely green space in Whangarei.

Mair Park

Activities

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre Full day access

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.

AU$22
per adult
Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.
Private And Exclusive Day Trip Transport To Waitangi Treaty Ground And Paihia

Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland

AU$657
per traveller
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
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Our pick of the best Parahaki Hotel Deals

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

3 out of 5
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei
The price is AU$168 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$168
24 Oct - 25 Oct
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (559 reviews)
"Property was ideal, nice and spacious rooms, breakfast buffet was excellent, staff were great. Room was nice and quiet."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 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$128 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$128
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (502 reviews)
"Quick trip home - it was a clean, safe and easy option for a 5 night stay. Good location for all my needs. Attentive communications."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Kingswood Manor Motel
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

4 out of 5
1 Marina Drive, Rd3, Tutukaka
The price is AU$146 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$146
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (533 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay. Lovely staff. Clean modern and comfortable room. Superb view of the marina. Will definitely stay there again. Thank you for a wonderful stay."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Pacific Rendezvous

Pacific Rendezvous

4 out of 5
73 Motel Road, Tutukaka, Northland
The price is AU$230 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$230
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Tutukaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Philip Island and Rahomaunu Island ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
"An excellent resort motel. Clean and tidy and plenty of space. Enjoyed the hot pool. Fabulous views in all directions."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Pacific Rendezvous
Quest Whangarei

Quest Whangarei

3.5 out of 5
58 Bank Street, Whangarei
The price is AU$201 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$201
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Tuatara Gallery and Old Library ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (282 reviews)
"The Quest is in a great location and the rooms spacious and have great facilities. The are extremely helpful and we always our stay."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Quest Whangarei
Discovery Settlers Hotel

Discovery Settlers Hotel

3.5 out of 5
61 Hatea Drive, Whangarei
The price is AU$162 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$162
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (562 reviews)
"I always enjoy Settlers even though it has been in Whangarei for many years. The rooms are still comfortable but road noise can be loud but dies down at night. Food and service was good and I enjoyed dinners in my room. I would certainly stay here again."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Discovery Settlers Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Parahaki

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Riverside

When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Riverside
Northland showing a lake or waterhole and a bay or harbour

Whangarei Central

While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.

Whangarei Central
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Abbey Caves

Abbey Caves is well liked for its spas, and you can visit sights like Mair Park and A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park if you have time to explore the area.

Abbey Caves
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Regent

Though Regent may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum.

Regent
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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
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Port Whangarei

When in Port Whangarei, you can plan a visit to Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Port Whangarei

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