Parks & Nature
Ocean Beach Road
Ocean Beach RoadStunning Surf beach - simply perfect even on rainy days
Food Scene
The Quay
31 QuaysideFantastic views over the Marina - coffee is pretty good too.
Parua Bay Tavern
1034 Whangarei Heads RdTavern over looks Parua Bay to Mt Manaia - really special.
Great little spot for Fish & Chips or an ice-cream on the way home from Ocean Beach.
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The Deck Cafe
1 Reotahi RdGreat little spot for Fish & Chips or an ice-cream on the way home from Ocean Beach.
Arts & Culture
Reyburn House Art Gallery
17 Reyburn House LnFabulous selection of local artists
Take the guided tour - unforgetable
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Claphams Clocks - The National Clock Museum
Take the guided tour - unforgetable
Essentials
New World Onerahi
128 Onerahi RdJust 6km away from Arches - this little store has everything and lots of special deals
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Four Square Parua Bay
1379 Whangarei Heads RdJust 6km away from Arches - this little store has everything and lots of special deals
Everything Else
GAS Parua Bay
1373 Whangarei Heads RdNo need to go back into town for fuel - stop here.
Entertainment & Activities
Event Cinemas - Whangarei
18 James St