Top 7 Sights & Landmarks in Whangarei, North Island

December 24, 2021 Phylicia Berquist

Whangarei (/ˌfɒŋəˈreɪ/, or /ˌwɒŋəˈreɪ/; Māori: [faŋaˈɾɛi]) is the northernmost city in New Zealand and the regional capital of Northland Region. It is part of the Whangarei District, a local body created in 1989 to administer both the city proper and its hinterland, from the former Whangarei City, Whangarei County and Hikurangi Town councils. The city population was estimated to be 57,700 in June 2017, up from 47,000 in 2001.
Restaurants in Whangarei

1. Town Basin

Whangarei New Zealand
Excellent
54%
Good
39%
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6%
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4.5 based on 621 reviews

Town Basin

Reviewed By RustyHTims59 - Tamworth, Australia

With it’s Variety Stores, Marina, Art Galleries & Playground makes an after stroll very memorable, especially to recommend to other tourists.

2. Waka 'n' Wave Sculpture

Whangarei New Zealand http://www.teara.govt.nz/en/northland-places/15/4
Excellent
50%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
12%
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

Waka 'n' Wave Sculpture

Reviewed By Childgenius - Whangarei, New Zealand

Kids love to climb on it, and it makes a great statement on thew Hatea Loop Walk for all to enjoy. The sculptures here make a cool touch on the whole scenery.

3. Te Kakano

Town Basin Town Basin walkway - The Hub precinct, Whangarei 0110 New Zealand http://yeswhangarei.co.nz
Excellent
84%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
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4.5 based on 50 reviews

Te Kakano

Reviewed By Childgenius - Whangarei, New Zealand

A cool little place inspired by Hundertwasser that is just one of the many treasures scattered across the Hatea Loop

Dent Street Town Basin, Whangarei 0110 New Zealand http://www.bepartoftheart.co.nz
Excellent
80%
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20%
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

Hundertwasser Art Centre & Wairau Maori Art Gallery

5. Canopy Bridge

Whangarei 0110 New Zealand
Excellent
25%
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50%
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4.0 based on 4 reviews

Canopy Bridge

6. Tohumoana Lookout Track

Mimiwhangata Coastal Park, Whangarei New Zealand +64 9-470 3300 http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/northland/places/mimiwhangata-coastal-park/things-to-do/tohumoana-lookout-track/

Always check the website for changes that might affect your trip.

7. Whangarei Anglican Church

2 Kamo Road, Whangarei 0112 New Zealand http://www.whangareianglican.org.nz/

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