Riverside Travel Guide
Whangarei
Visit Riverside
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.
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.
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.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
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.
Whangarei Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Top hotels in Riverside
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
"It was nice room was clean. Bit too comfortable."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
"Good location"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Continental Motel
"Second time staying here both times been excellent will definitely be coming back"
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Aaron Court Motel
"I liked the fact that it was at the end of the street and was really nice and quiet"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Quest Whangarei
"It was clean and a comfortable bed. Room amenities were good."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Bella Vista Motel Whangarei
"A great stay. Nice and quiet despite being on the main road. Motel staff super friendly. Fresh milk, which is great Will be back!"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Riverside
One Tree Point
Though One Tree Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mount Manaia and Mcleod Bay.
Whangarei Central
While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Reyburn House and Whangarei Art Museum.
Marsden Cove
While Marsden Cove isn't home to many top sights, Mount Manaia and Ruakaka Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Reyburn House and Claphams National Clock Museum.
Parahaki
If you're spending some time in Parahaki, Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou are top sights worth seeing.
