If you’re a shopaholic, Whangarei has shopping to satisfy all your needs. From Tarewa Shopping Centre, The Strand, The boutique Town Basin district, and Whangarei's Growers Market.
The Strand
The Strand is 'The' Whangarei Mall. Home to 40 stores including boutique and specialty shops, two food courts, surf shops, The Strand is a must visit.
Town Basin
The Town Basin is home to some of the finest restaurants, cafes, and Boutique stores in Whangarei. Stroll along the water front visiting the numerous galleries. Perfect if you're looking for that special gift, or something to remember your time in the city, you'll find something here.
Whangarei Markets
There are several organic and artisan markets which operate in the Whangarei Area.
Whangarei's biggest Artisan market, enjoy the colourful arts, crafts, music, and food from across the Northland region. Kicking off early December, find the market infront of the Hundertwasser on Saturdays from 9am to 1.30pm.
InnoNative Market
The InnoNative Market held annually on or around the 28th October every year is focussed on “Empowering indigenous people through entrepreneurship and enterprise”. Every year the Market is brimming with authentic, Locally, Hand-Made Products with a native twist.
This Market on Marsden Cove Marina offers produce and artisan goods from businesses around the local area. Enjoy the seaside atmosphere with a coffee and the sights and smells, as you enjoy the local honey, seafood, preserves, and other goods. The market operates from 9am to 12pm, third Sunday of every month
The spot to find healthy delicious Fresh Produce, yummy treats (the homemade cakes here are awesome), beautiful arts & crafts and plenty more. This market is great even if the weather isn't, as the venue is indoors. Enjoy your Sunday morning from 8:30am to 12pm at Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Club
Onerahi Hotel Carpark Market
Onerahi Hotel Carpark, Onerahi Road. 7am until 11am, every Saturday.
The Canopy Night Market - Whangarei
Whangarei's open air food market is packed with amazing sights and smells and flavours. Held at the Town Basin, Whangarei 5pm fortnightly Fridays through summer, the night markets make for an amazing dinner location.
Tikipunga Market
Tikipunga Tavern Carpark, corner of Wanaka Street and Denby Crescent. 6.30am to 11am, every Sunday
Tutukaka Markets
Tutukaka Green, Marina Road, Tutukaka 5pm to 8pm, fortnightly on a Saturday through summer, finishing in March
Whangarei is home to some of the finest most diverse seasonal produce in the country. Every Sunday enjoy fresh local goods. The market can be found on Water Street carpark, Water Street, Whangarei 6am to 10am, every Saturday morning.
Tarewa Shopping Centre
Tarewa Shopping Centre is just a five minute walk from Whangarei Central Holiday Park, with a range of large department stores.
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