5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Marsden Estate Winery is worth the short drive.-have lunch there.The The community cente has a night time film. Hone Pizza, set off the main sidewalk, is a hidden gem with its courtyard setting & gravel underfoot.
Russell
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Where to stay in Russell
Te Wahapu
While Te Wahapu might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Paihia Beach and Russell Christ Church.
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel
35 The Strand, Bay of Islands, Russell
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Russell. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park
5960 Russell Road, Russell
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified holiday park in Russell. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Bay ...
Eagles Nest
60 Tapeka Road, Bay of Islands, Russell
Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Russell. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bay of Islands and Flagstaff Hill are located ...
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Seaport Village
10 Chapel Street, Russell, Far North
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly apartment in Russell. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room massages. Popular attractions Bay of Islands and Pompalier ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Russell Beach
4.5/5(29 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Russell Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Russell. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Flagstaff Hill
4/5(6 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Flagstaff Hill, a lovely green space in Russell. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Russell Christ Church
3.5/5(3 reviews)
Find out about the history of Russell when you take a trip to Russell Christ Church. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Russell Museum
4/5(5 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Russell Museum in Russell. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.
Tapeka Point Historic Reserve
5/5(1 review)
Explore the great outdoors at Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, a lovely green space in Tapeka. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Pompallier Mission
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Pompallier Mission during your trip to Russell. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Things to do
Paihia/Russell: Hole in the Rock Cruise with 2 Island Stops
$100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop
$95
per adult
Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch
$106
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Bay of Islands: Full-Day Tall Ship Sailing Excursion
$96
per adult
Russell: 1-Hour Sightseeing Tour by Coach & Long Beach
$21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Russell
4.9
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Rare. Historic. Lovely
5/5 - Excellent
TjBlo
Cute town. Be warm that you need a quick car ferry to get tu and from town. Luckily, ferry is convenient and cheap.
4/5 - Good
Stay
Beautiful place
- Russell Beach
- Flagstaff Hill
- Russell Christ Church
- Russell Museum
- Tapeka Point Historic Reserve
- Pompallier Mission
- Lookout
- Pompalier House
- Bay of Islands
- Paihia Beach
- Paihia Wharf
- Haruru Falls
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Ngawha Springs
- Long Beach
- Rainbow Falls
- Stone Store
- Matauri Bay Beach
- Fairy Pools
- The Parrot Place
- Hundertwasser Public Toilets
- Cape Brett Lighthouse
- Bay of Islands Marina
- Elliot Bay's Beach
- Waitangi Golf Club
- Ginns Ngawha Springs
- St Paul’s Church
- The Old Packhouse Market