Portland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
Hundertwasser Art Centre
Enjoy an outing to Hundertwasser Art Centre during your stay in Whangarei.
Activities
Waipu Milkyway Cave and East Coast Day Tour from Auckland
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
Our pick of the best Portland Hotel Deals
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Just a bit tired all round the grounds needed a good tidy
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
Friendly staff, good value for money.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Clean room
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Aaron Court Motel
Stayed 2 nights. Owners helpful and responded quick to email. Good location, would stay again
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5
Continental Motel
Nice, tidy and comfortable stay, with a spa and pool that the kids loved! Friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portland
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 Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum.
Raumanga
When in Raumanga, you can plan a visit to Northland Event Centre and Kiwi North: Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Port Whangarei
When in Port Whangarei, you can plan a visit to Claphams National Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Claphams National Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum.
Morningside
While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum.
Whangarei Central
While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum.
