Abbey Caves
Whangarei
Visit Abbey Caves
Popular places to visit
Town Basin Marina
Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
Botanica & Cafler Park
See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.
Claphams National Clock Museum
Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.
Reyburn House
Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.
Hundertwasser Art Centre
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Hundertwasser Art Centre during your trip to Whangarei.
Things to do
Whangarei Trike Tour to Waterfalls, Beaches & More
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours
Top hotels in Abbey Caves
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Nice staff, great room and convenient
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Kingswood Manor Motel
Clean and tidy, enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Welcoming and great room
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Aaron Court Motel
Clean and tidy we always enjoy staying at this place. Parking is good and always feel safe. Lovely staff.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Continental Motel
All good
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Quest Whangarei
Great location, centre of city, rooms well appointed, quest are our preferred accommodation when travelling, and it was up to our usual expectations from a quest. Only comment he had is the car parking underneath is a bit tight. But overall a good stay.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Abbey Caves
Parahaki
If you're spending some time in Parahaki, Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou are top sights worth seeing.
Regent
Though Regent may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hundertwasser Art Centre and Town Basin Marina.
Whangarei Central
While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
Tikipunga
Though Tikipunga may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whangarei Falls and Whangarei Quarry Gardens.
Kensington
Kensington might not have many top sights, but Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Hundertwasser Art Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Whau Valley
Though Whau Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls.
