- A Perfect Day – Full day sightseeing & snorkeling trip to the Poor Knights Islands.
- Sea Kayaking – guided Ngunguru Inlet and coastal kayaking
- Horse Riding
- Beaches – Ngunguru, Ocean Beach, Whale Bay, Matapouri, Kowharewa Bay
- Kiwi House & Heritage Park
- Serendipity Farm Park & Cafe – Whau Valley , Whangarei
- Walks – AH Reed Memorial Park & Whangarei Falls, Mair Park, Town Basin walkway to the Waka & Wave sculpture, Quarry Gardens
- Children’s Playgrounds – Outdoor playgrounds are available at the Town Basin, next to Kensington Playing Fields, Mair Park, beside Farmers in the centre of town and in Ngunguru Village
- Cinema
- Whangarei Aquatic Centre – heated pools, including wave pool and slide
- Whangarei Native Bird Recovery Centre – open 10.30am-4pm Mon-Fri for visitors, however we recommend that you phone in advance to confirm accessibility
- Open Spaces Pre-school Academy – casual daycare available – 200m from Lupton Lodge
- Whangarei Town Basin – marina, walkway, playground and cafes
- Whangarei Quarry Gardens

