Why people love visiting friendly Whangaparaoa
The beaches and surrounding scenery provide a peaceful ambience to your holiday home in Whangaparaoa. This welcoming and relaxing city entices travellers with its golfing and dolphin watching. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in and around Whangaparaoa
Are you looking for attractions to visit while you're in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Whangaparaoa a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. These are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Snowplanet (4.2 mi / 6.8 km)
- AUT Millennium (7.4 mi / 11.9 km)
- Bruce Mason Centre (10.5 mi / 16.9 km)
- Takapuna Golf Course and Driving Range (10.8 mi / 17.3 km)
- The Hunting Lodge Winery (15 mi / 24.1 km)
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World (15.2 mi / 24.4 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Whangaparaoa
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to appreciate the scenery, Whangaparaoa is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Little Manly Beach (1.2 mi / 1.9 km)
- Long Bay Beach (3.2 mi / 5.1 km)
- Orewa Beach (3.9 mi / 6.3 km)
- Browns Bay Beach (5.4 mi / 8.7 km)
- Milford Beach (9.1 mi / 14.7 km)
- Lake Pupuke (10.2 mi / 16.4 km)
Seasonal weather in Whangaparaoa
If you're planning a holiday around the weather, February, January, March and December are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 19°C.
How to get to and around Whangaparaoa
Fly into Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.), the closest airport, located 25.8 mi (41.5 km) from the city centre.