u'll probab;y end up here as it is right next to the town centre....but go early. after dark (or 5pm) nothing is happening. but in the morning and in the sunshine its nice

Whangarei Town Basin has huge potential as a visitor attraction.You can wander along the walkway to the Waka Wave sculpture and admire the boats moored in the marina. You can opt to browse in the boutique art and craft shops, During the summer you may choose to visit The Artisans Market on the canopy bridge. Or you might simply choose... More

Nice place to spend time, lovely cafés and restaurants, art galleries, small shops, market on saturday morning, and a cultural walk to the end.

Really nice marina to wander around and then eat/drink in one of the cafes or bars/restaurants. Worth strolling down the estuary to read the historical info.

The Town Basin is very lovely. However, it seems to us that Whangerei doesn't make enough of this gem. The shops and cafés all close far too early. The Basin is the town's best asset and they seem to squander it.

Really atmospheric basin. Lots of restaurants, cafes, boats, of course, and a great boarded walk right to the end of the promontary with loads of information and sculptures

We stopped here for lunch while driving from Auckland to Russell on the Bay of Islands. In addition to the well-kept buildings, and interesting shops, the interpretative display boards along the walk in the park of the re-developed waterfront were very helpful in understanding some of the history of the area.

We loved the town centre location and the pub / restaurant overlooks the marina. The food was simply outstanding - we had the 'new twist' Thai Salad with crispy noodles and the two specials of the day : fish and shrimp and avocado salad. Service was prompt if a little impersonal but the food and location made it a great... More

This is certainly and ideal tourist attracting for those travellers passing through Whangarei. The view of the yachts in the marina, the Parahaki monument in the background, the great kids playground and the lovely walk to the wake monument.plus the art gallery, clock museum and a car museum to visit. A good supply of shops and restaurants and one fabulous... More