Rabbit Island

#467 among destinations in New Zealand

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Moturoa / Rabbit Island is a small island that lies across the southernmost part of Tasman Bay / Te Tai-o-Aorere, on the northern coast of New Zealand's South Island. The long narrow island runs east–west for 8 kilometres, and covers 15 km². ()

Area: 5.79 mi²Coordinates: 35°47'20"S, 174°20'53"E

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NorthlandNew Zealand

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Rabbit Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Whangarei Steam and Model Railway Club, Mair Park, Whangarei Observatory, Kiwi North.

5.3 miNW
Museum
Whangarei Steam and Model Railway Club, Whangārei
137 min walk • Whangarei Steam and Model Railway Club is a unique museum nestled in the heart of Whangārei, New Zealand, that offers visitors a nostalgic journey into the world of steam trains and model railways. This hidden gem is a celebration of New Zealand's railway history...
5.4 miN
Park
Mair Park, Whangārei
138 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Whangārei, New Zealand, Mair Park is a verdant oasis that offers locals and visitors alike a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. This serene park, known for its lush landscapes and tranquil atmosphere, serves as a green...
5.5 miNW
Observatories and planetariums, Museum
Whangarei Observatory, Whangārei
140 min walk • Nestled in the city of Whangārei, New Zealand, the Whangarei Observatory stands as a beacon of astronomical exploration and education. This planetarium is a place where the stars and celestial bodies are brought closer to Earth through powerful telescopes...
5.5 miNW
35°44'33"S • 174°16'5"E
Kiwi North, Whangārei
141 min walk • History museum, Museum
4.6 miN
35°43'30"S • 174°19'34"E
Claphams National Clock Museum, Whangārei
117 min walk • Specialty museum, Museum
0.7 miNE
Island
Motu Matakohe
18 min walk • Motu Matakohe, also known as Matakohe or Limestone Island, is a 37 ha island in the upper reaches of Whangarei Harbour, just off Onerahi, a seaside suburb of the city of Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand.
5.5 miNW
35°44'28"S • 174°16'8"E
Planetarium North / Northland Astronomical Society, Whangārei
141 min walk • Museum, Observatories and planetariums
3.6 miE
Harbor
Whangārei Harbour
91 min walk • Whangārei Harbour is a large harbour on the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand. The harbour stretches from Whangārei City, and the termination of the Hātea River, south east around the Onerahi peninsula and out to the Pacific Ocean at Whangārei Heads.
4.6 miN
Neighbourhood
Whangārei Central, Whangārei
117 min walk • Whangārei Central is the central suburb and business district of Whangārei, in the Northland Region of New Zealand's North Island. It includes the Whangārei Town Basin. It has traditionally been the main commercial centre of Northland.
3.9 miN
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Toll Stadium, Whangārei
100 min walk • Okara Park, currently known commercially as Semenoff Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Whangarei, New Zealand. It is currently used mostly for rugby union matches and is the home stadium of Northland Rugby Union.
4.1 miNW
Universities and schools
NorthTec, Whangārei
104 min walk • NorthTec is a tertiary education provider in northern New Zealand, with its main campus in Raumanga, Whangarei. NorthTec provides programmes ranging from foundation, certificate, diploma and degree levels. The degrees are nationally monitored and so can lead to postgraduate study at universities and other organisations.

Rabbit Island

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Rabbit Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)