Clendon House

A colonial home built in the 1860s, Clendon House tells the story of Captain James Reddy Clendon and his wife Jane Takotowi Clendon. Let the guides at Clendon House captivate you with stories of the remarkable family that once lived here, then enjoy a self-guided tour of the double-storey house that still contains many of the family's original belongings.

Kororipo Heritage Park

Once the seasonal home of Chief Hongi Hika, Kororipo Heritage Park has so much to explore. Start with a guided tour of Te Ahurea before you check out the short track that leads to a fortified lookout and stunning view over the Kerikeri Basin. Then be sure to pop into the iconic Stone Store giftshop and book a tour of Kemp House – Aotearoa New Zealand’s oldest standing building.

Māngungu Mission

Established as a Wesleyan mission station, Māngungu was the scene of the largest signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Enjoy the serenity of the Hokianga Harbour as you picnic on the grounds and tour the mission house to see a copy of the original Treaty document signed here.

Pompallier Mission and Printery

Join one of several fantastic guides as they walk you through each step of 19th century printing and book-binding, from setting print to tanning leather hides. Then step outside to enjoy the award-winning heritage garden, find the perfect memento at the on-site gift shop, or treat yourself to a pastry in the French coffee shop.

Rākaumangamanga - Cape Brett

Located high above the famous Hole-in-the-Rock Island, Rākaumangamanga Cape Brett has long been a welcoming point of arrival, from early waka to the first seaplanes. Challenge yourself to an 8 hour hike to this destination or take a 35 minute water taxi ride to soak up the views from the water.

Rangihoua Heritage Park 

Enjoy stunning views of the Bay of Islands and the Rangihoua Pā site before heading along the track that leads to the beach. Gain an understanding of the joys and hardships of the people who lived here by reading the interpretation boards located along the path. Take a swim or enjoy picnic at the beach and keep an eye out for New Zealand’s oldest lemon trees - they still bear plenty of fruit.

Ruapekapeka Pā

Reacting to the British breaches of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, it was at Ruapekapeka Pā that Māori chiefs and their outnumbered warriors made their final stand of the Northern Wars. Follow a short, well-formed track that leads past the earthen defences of the British and onto the hilltop where the pā was located. Appreciate the pā’s strategic location as you enjoy the 360 degree views over beautiful rolling countryside.

Te Waimate Mission

Aotearoa New Zealand's first European farm, Te Waimate Mission was established as a model village in 1830. Explore at your own pace with a self-guided tour through New Zealand’s second oldest building. Uncover the stories of an emerging bicultural nation in the decade leading to the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the events such as the Northern Wars that followed.

 
Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Visit Te Whare Rūnanga (the House of Assembly), which features beautiful and intricate carving, inside and out. Walk by the waka house and touch the world’s largest war canoe, known as Ngātokimatawhaorua. Explore two new contemporary museums and have a bite to eat at the much loved Whare Waka café.