Kensington
Whangarei
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Visit Kensington
Popular places to visit
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Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Whangarei Art Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your travels in Whangarei. Wander the marina and beaches in the area.
Things to do
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Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.
![The Hundertwasser Art Centre with Wairau Māori Art Gallery is located by the picturesque Town Basin marina.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47184399/ea6f2418-be80-4157-89f9-94a635c1109c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
Top hotels in Kensington
![Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54874/0beca15c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Feb,2025
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Reviewed on 13 Feb,2025
![Aaron Court Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49160000/49150100/49150065/67cf14d2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb,2025
![Motel Six](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593044/0a21b6c2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Feb,2025
![Pacific Rendezvous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626382/d14237f9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Feb,2025
![Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3848400/3848353/a133e8eb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Feb,2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
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Regent
Though Regent may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum.
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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.
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Riverside
When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Woodhill
Woodhill is well liked for its spas. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Botanica & Cafler Park and Whangarei Art Museum.
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Morningside
While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
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Parahaki
If you're spending some time in Parahaki, Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou are top sights worth seeing.