Springfield Travel Guide
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.
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.
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 Art Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your travels in Whangarei. Wander the marina and beaches in the area.
Activities
Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Springfield Hotel Deals
Reviewed on 4 May 2024
Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024
Reviewed on 30 May 2024
Reviewed on 19 May 2024
Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Springfield
Mata
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Refining NZ Visitors Centre while you're exploring Mata and the larger area.
Takahiwai
When in Takahiwai, you can plan a visit to Reotahi Bay and Refining NZ Visitors Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Marsden Cove
While Marsden Cove isn't home to many top sights, Ruakaka Beach and Reotahi Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.
One Tree Point
Though One Tree Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reotahi Bay and Mcleod Bay.
Otaika
While Otaika may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
Marsden Point
While Marsden Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Reotahi Bay and Ruakaka Beach.
- Waipu Cove Beach
- Mangawhai Heads Beach
- Town Basin Marina
- Ruakaka Beach
- Lang's Beach
- Ocean Beach
- Whangarei Falls
- Mangawhai Village Market
- Waipu Caves
- Whangarei Quarry Gardens
- Whangarei Art Museum
- Kaipara Harbour
- Mangawhai Cliff Walk
- Mangawhai Golf Club
- Mair Park
- Reyburn House
- Mount Manaia
- Mangawhai Museum
- Bream Head Coast Walks
- Botanica & Cafler Park
- Waipu Museum
- Claphams National Clock Museum
- Northland Event Centre
- Refining NZ Visitors Centre
- Tuatara Gallery