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Paihia Harbour

Paihia harbour, Bay of Islands, Paihia, New Zealand
Ranked #2 of 8 attractions in Paihia
4.0 of 5 stars 80 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Melbourne, Australia
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Paihia Harbour is just gorgeous. With the sun glistening over the harbour it makes for gorgeous photos. A pretty spot indeed. More

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Adelaide, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Go on the boat trip that has the Maori Cultural talk - far more fulfilling and useful - and has more access to more things than the other More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

Not really our thing. Prices were through the roof... but if you're into the fancy thing then this could be you. Nice accommodations and eateries line the waterfront More

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Hamilton, New Zealand
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Albeit winter now there is so much to see & do on this harbour & its sorrounds. A good value place to be in the winter months as there are many discounted deals on over the winter months & it is not too hot, just mild Northland weather Yay!! More

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Rotherham
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

So beautiful. Clean, litter free, picturesque, beautiful, relaxing........................ More

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Bainbridge Island, Washington
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111 reviews 111 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

There are some interesting areas in the Paihia Harbour area that make it a worthwhile walk, but don't plan to spend more than an hour there. There are some shops across the street, but they are limited. Unless you are doing a boat tour or something on the water, you will run out of things to see/do fairly quickly. More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

I liked the views of the islands, and enjoyed watching the ferries coming and going. More

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

Lovely harbour area where one can take a stroll by the water, especially in the evenings and opportunity for some great photos. A few eateries for good priced food. If booking tours make sure you combine a couple to qualify for discounts. More

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Dubai
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Very well maintained and a tourist feeling to it. Good natural beauty More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

The plans for the Paihia wharf area for the next 15 years are very exciting and will transform the existing facilities to those of world class. The wharf area currently acts asa hopping off point for the dailiy excursions out into the gulf and ferry services to Russell. It is also the place where tourist buses load and unload. Once... More

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