Food Scene
The Quay
31 QuaysideA great place to eat and relax by the waterside.
Split Bar & Restaurant
15 Rathbone StFat Camel Cafe
12 Quality StThe best little cafe in town.
Bocky Boo Gelato
71 Cameron StThe best ice cream in town.
Riverside Cafe
14 QuaysideAnother favourite breakfast spot.
Helena Bay Cafe
Fantastic views from the cafe deck, plus an art gallery to boot.
A great place for a light lunch and glass of vineyard wine. 1 hour drive.
22 locals recommend
Omata Estate
212 Aucks RoadA great place for a light lunch and glass of vineyard wine. 1 hour drive.
Kerikeri
Markets, food, sites of interest.
Sightseeing
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
37A Russell RdWhangarei Falls
6 Ngunguru RdBay of Islands
Tutukaka
Poor Knights Islands diving from here.
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Tau Henare DriveBeach
Matapouri Beach
26 Wehiwehi RdA favourite beach. 35 minutes drive.
Ngunguru
Ocean Beach Road
Ocean Beach RoadOutdoor and walking.
Mount Manaia