Kiwi North
A complex combining a museum, a nocturnal kiwi house and historic buildings, where visitors can see live kiwi in darkened enclosures.
Kiwi North is on Mair's Lane on the western outskirts of the city. The complex includes the Northland Regional Museum, a nocturnal kiwi house that simulates nighttime conditions (where you can observe North Island brown kiwi, tuatara and other native animals), and relocated early colonial-era buildings. The displays are modest in size. A visit takes about 1 to 1.5 hours and suits families or visitors who may not have a chance to see kiwi in the wild. Adult admission is about NZ$20. It is open Monday through Sunday, but please check the official website for opening times.
Opening hours
10 am–4 pm
Nearby sights
- Whangārei Quarry Gardens
- Hundertwasser Art Centre
- Town Basin
- Mount Parihaka
- A.H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park
- Whangārei Falls
- Abbey Caves
- Waipū Caves