Tikipunga
Whangarei
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.
Tikipunga Hotel Deals
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Just a bit tired all round the grounds needed a good tidy
Reviewed on 2026/4/11
Kingswood Manor Motel
Friendly staff, good value for money.
Reviewed on 2026/4/6
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Clean room
Reviewed on 2026/4/4
Aaron Court Motel
Studio unit spacious, and Host Lovely and helpful. Thanks Judy
Reviewed on 2026/3/9
Continental Motel
Nice, tidy and comfortable stay, with a spa and pool that the kids loved! Friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 2026/4/10
Grand Hotel, Whangarei
I really like Grand Hotel, Whangarei. They were badly let down by Expedia, however. Having made a reservation through Expedia and having received emailed confirmations, on my arrival at Grand Hotel, the staff had not the foggiest idea I was coming. It was only through their efforts I was ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/26
Other neighborhoods around Tikipunga
Whau Valley
Though Whau Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whangarei Quarry Gardens and A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park.
Kensington
While Kensington isn't home to many top sights, Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Quarry Arts Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Regent
While Regent isn't home to many top sights, Hundertwasser Art Centre and Town Basin Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.
Abbey Caves
Abbey Caves is well-liked for its spas, and you can visit sights like A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park and Mair Park if you have time to explore the area.
Riverside
While Riverside isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Claphams National Clock Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Parahaki
While visiting Parahaki, you might make a stop by sights like Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou.
