Moncks Cave

#154 among destinations in New Zealand

Nature, Natural attraction, Cave

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Moncks Cave is a cave located in Redcliffs, Christchurch. It is notable for the amount of wooden artefacts discovered there in 1889 by workmen while quarrying for road metal. ()

Discovered: 1889Coordinates: 43°33'52"S, 172°44'20"E

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CanterburyNew Zealand

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Moncks Cave – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bridle Path, Ferrymead Railway, Mount Cavendish, Linwood Islamic Centre.

2.5 miSW
Hiking trail, Hiking, Outdoor activities
Bridle Path, Christchurch
65 min walk • Nestled on the outskirts of Christchurch, New Zealand, the Bridle Path is a historic hiking trail that offers both a workout for the body and a feast for the eyes. This well-trodden path, carved by the early settlers in the 1850s, is a testament to the determination of...
2 miW
Golf
Ferrymead Railway, Christchurch
50 min walk • Located in picturesque scenery, Ferrymead Golf Course is an excellent place for golf enthusiasts visiting Christchurch in New Zealand. This full-size, professionally designed golf course is a true paradise for players at every level of expertise – from beginners...
2.1 miSW
Mountain, Park
Mount Cavendish
53 min walk • Mount Cavendish, located in the stunning Port Hills of Christchurch, New Zealand, offers a breathtaking panorama that captivates locals and tourists alike. As a prominent park area, it is an essential part of the scenic landscape and recreational space within the...
3.9 miNW
Mosque
Linwood Islamic Centre, Christchurch
99 min walk • The Linwood Islamic Centre is a cornerstone of the Muslim community in Christchurch, New Zealand. Serving as a mosque and a community center, it provides a space for worship, reflection, and congregation for Muslims in the area.
1.8 miW
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Ferrymead Heritage Park, Christchurch
47 min walk • Ferrymead Heritage Park, nestled in the historical heart of Christchurch, New Zealand, is a living museum that offers a glimpse into the early days of the Canterbury region. This open-air museum is a treasure trove of restored buildings, vintage trams, and a myriad of...
3.6 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Lyttelton Harbour / Whakaraupō, Lyttelton
93 min walk • Lyttelton Harbour / Whakaraupō is one of two major inlets in Banks Peninsula, on the coast of Canterbury, New Zealand; the other is Akaroa Harbour on the southern coast.
3 miS
Lookout, Lighthouse, Architecture
Lyttelton Timeball Station, Lyttelton
76 min walk • The Lyttelton Timeball Station is a heritage-registered time ball station and prominent local landmark in Lyttelton, New Zealand.
3.2 miNW
Cemetery
Bromley Cemetery, Christchurch
82 min walk • Bromley Cemetery is a cemetery in Christchurch, New Zealand. It occupies approximately 10 hectares to the east of the city centre, on the corner of Keighleys Road and Linwood Avenue. The Christchurch City Council maintains and administers the cemetery.
1.7 miW
Museum
National Railway Museum of New Zealand, Christchurch
43 min walk • The National Railway Museum of New Zealand is being built to show the history of the New Zealand railways. Work is underway to open at Ferrymead Heritage Park in Ferrymead, Christchurch by the end of 2021 at the site of New Zealand's first railway opened in 1863.
3.7 miNW
Cemetery
Linwood Cemetery, Christchurch
94 min walk • Linwood Cemetery is a cemetery located in Linwood, Christchurch, New Zealand. It is the fifth oldest public cemetery in the city.
1.8 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Tauhinukorokio / Mount Pleasant
46 min walk • Tauhinukorokio / Mount Pleasant, also known just as either Mount Pleasant or Tauhinukorokio individually, is the highest elevation in the eastern Port Hills in Christchurch, New Zealand.