Morningside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Morningside
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
Our pick of the best Morningside Hotel Deals
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
"Was a bit noisy with people above us and kids running up and down hallway banging on doors at 7am"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
"Great location, Great vibe away from Auckland and very friendly and helpful staff. Amazing experience!"
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Discovery Settlers Hotel
"Only stayed one night, as hotel close to the city. Older style place and needs some TLC, but clean, comfortable, shower was not powerful. Very good parking. Nice greeting on arrival."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
Continental Motel
"Room was very clean, modern/updated, and quiet."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Aaron Court Motel
"Stayed 2 nights. Owners helpful and responded quick to email. Good location, would stay again"
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Morningside
Whangarei Central
While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
Avenues
While visiting Avenues, you might make a stop by sights like Botanica & Cafler Park and Quarry Arts Centre.
Riverside
When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Hundertwasser Art Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Port Whangarei
When in Port Whangarei, you can plan a visit to Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Regent
Though Regent may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hundertwasser Art Centre and Town Basin Marina.
Raumanga
When in Raumanga, you can plan a visit to Kiwi North: Museum and Northland Event Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
