Things to See in Auckland, New Zealand
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Activities, Places to See and Things to Do in Auckland, New Zealand
The Top Things to Do in Auckland
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Take a Maori tour. Get a cultural history of the Maori people, by the Maori people on this eco tour which travels to beaches and historic spots. One of the most popular activities rated on Trip Advisor (actually, number one as of writing this), you'll learn the Maori way of life and culture through a variety of tour lengths.
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Jimmy Boer says:
Go up to Wenderholm and stay at the Schischka house. Fantastic!
Posted November 24, 2011
Serenia says:
Well I'm biased as I am a kiwi, but MY favourite spot was Onehunga shops - especially the Hard to Find but Worth the Effort second hand book shop. It was literally my second home. It had good quality second hand books and antiquarian books as well.
Posted January 05, 2011
poddys says:
Where do I start. The historic suburbs of Remuera with it's antique shops, Kelly Tarleton's Aquarium with the sharks, a Harbour Tour, Ellerslie Racecourse, go diving with the Dive Shop in Panmure, or visit Pakuranga where I used to live.
Posted December 12, 2010
Gary says:
If history is you thing you got to go check out North head next to Devonport .Got some real old Trenches and Guns.
Posted February 04, 2010
Pukeko says:
We love the Maritime Museum. Full of Maori history and more current events like America's cup and Whitbreds
Posted September 18, 2009
Don't bother visiting...
The Auckland Sky Tower
The world famous part of the Auckland skyline
Auckland Sky Tower rises1076 feet, about 1/5 of a mile in the air, and is a defining part of Auckland's skyline. From the top, you can see around 50 miles in each direction! The top boasts its own revolving, rotating restaurant, as well as a glass bottom floor to peer down from above. Constructed in 1997, the tower is the highest piece of architecture in New Zealand, with stunning views of the surrounding islands and water.
Sailing
is one of the most popular activities in Auckland. The temperate weather is perfect for sailing, and it boasts some of the best (and the most) sailing in the world.
Coromandel Peninsula
The beautiful New Zealand peninsula near Auckland
The Coromandel Peninsula of New Zealand is found on the North Island, close to Auckland, and forming part of the Bay of Plenty. The peninsula is a hotbed for tourism, being closeby to the city and known for its ecotourism (travel to protected areas). Scuba diving, beaches, yachting and hot springs are some of the featured attractions of this region. Auckland Zoo
Live everyday... that's the motto of the Auckland Zoo
Sure, you hear about kiwis all the time, but it might be pretty hard to spot one in the wild. The Auckland Zoo, luckily has kiwis on display, and other endangered creatures like the Ringtail Lemur. What else? The African Lion, the Asian Small Clawed Otter, Asiatic Golden Cat, Asian Elephant.. and that's just for the letter "A." It's also the home of Operation Nest Egg, a project to successfully rear new kiwi chicks. Rotorua Thermal Area
The Yellowstone of the southern hemisphere
Pohutu Geyser in the Rotorua Thermal Area
The Rotorua Thermal area contains bubbling steampots, craters, geysers, and volcanic activity abound. Much like Yellowstone, the geothermal activity here is constant.
* Whakarewarewa Thermal Village:
A village in the heart of Rotorua's thermal region, a genuine Maori cultural experience.
* Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland
The thermal region south of Rotorua.
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- 17 (Bloomberg) -- The economy of New Zealand, the South Pacific nation of 4.4 million people, may be bigger than people think, central bank Governor Alan Bollard said. The local currency rose. In a speech today in Auckland entitled ?Could we be better ...
Coast to Coast Tours
See as much as you can of the New Zealand coast!
Coast to Coast Tours is one of the most popular tourist activities according to Trip Advisor, in all of Auckland. The advantage of going on a guided tour is 1), they know much more about the area than you do, 2), they'll know when to go to certain areas, 3), they live there, and will give you an authentic kiwi experience, and 4), it's a small company, so you'll have a more intimate, memorable experience. Whether you're looking to go on a wine tour, view the rainforests, hit the beaches, or see some authentic New Zealand farms, this is one of the best ways to see the country! The Best New Zealand Guide for Travellers
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Where should you stay? What places are the best to visit in Auckland, as well as Wellington, and all of the North and South Islands? This guide provides excellent floor cutaways, photographs, illustrations and maps of each region, and scenic routes, theme tours, and beaches. The size of the guide is just right for travel. It's not mini, but it's small enough to take on the go.
New Zealand National Maritime Museum
Experience the rich Maori, naval, and boating history of New Zealand
The New Zealand National Maritime Museum offers up some of the rich naval history that NZ is so well known for. At no point in New Zealand are you more than around 100 miles from the coast. With historical maritime paintings, the shore whaling exhibit, and several rooms set up in the building to resemble boats themselves, this is not just for the boat fanatic, but for anyone with an appreciation for interesting culture and the interesting maritime history of New Zealand. It's also conveniently located in the thick of everything near Princes Wharf. While you might not find the endangered kiwi in downtown Auckland, you will find them in nearby places like Great Barrier Island.
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One Tree Hill
It's the name of a song by U2, and the name of a TV show, but foremost, One Tree Hill is a volcanic peak, no longer active, currently with a large obelisk monument on top. It used to have trees, but they were cut down (read more).
Auckland Tourism - A Video of the Sites and Sounds of New Zealand
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Some of the best reviewed guides to New Zealand
Here's a selection of some of the best rated hiking, vacation guides, and maps on New Zealand, as well as activities, history, and more things to see.
Tramping in New Zealand (Walking) by Jim DuFresne
Make tracks across the spectacular range of New Ze more...0 points
Living and Working in New Zealand, 4th Edition: A Survival Handbook (Living & Working in New Zealand) by David Hampshire
Written in an entertaining style with a touch of h more...0 points
New Zealand (Country Guide) by Charles Rawlings-Way et, al.
Discover New ZealandGlimpse Mitre Peak through the more...0 points
AA Road Atlas: New Zealand (AA Road Atlases) by AA Publishing
Discover New Zealand's clearest mapping with this more...0 points
Straying from the Flock: Travels in New Zealand by Dr. Alexander Elder
An illuminating road trip through the history, life, more...0 points
New Zealand's South Island (Regional Guide) by Charles Rawlings-Way
Nobody knows New Zealand like Lonely Planet, and our more...0 points
National Geographic Traveler: New Zealand by Peter Turner
All the travel experts agree-consumers want more and more...0 points
New Zealand: A Natural History by Tui De Roy, Mark Jones
A loving celebration of an earthly paradise; a cautionary more...0 points
NZ Frenzy, a Travel Guide to New Zealand (North Island) Featuring Waterfalls, Beaches, Hot Springs, and Trails by Scott Cook
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Moon Living Abroad in New Zealand by Michelle Waitzman
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National Geographic New Zealand Wall Map
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poddys
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- I would love to go back to New Zealand, I spent 9 months in Auckland in 1987-88. Rotorua is fascinating, I went to most of the thermal parks there. Hot Water Beach on the Coromandel Peninsular is amazing - build your own hot tub on the water's edge. The Bay of Islands was amazing, especially diving on the Rainbow Warrior. Surfing at Piha Beach, oh there is so much to do, I am just scratching the surface..
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rasudesign
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- I have never been to New Zealand but it sounds fabulous! You have been blessed by an angel and featured on my angel lens :)
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lastlittlebird
Sep 24, 2010 @ 3:19 pm | delete
- Auckland is a much better place to live than I expected (being from Wellington, I never thought I'd say that!)
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JohannTheDog Sep 14, 2010 @ 7:54 pm | delete
- Looks like a great place to visit!!! Bet they have sheep there :)
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lynic141257 Mar 13, 2010 @ 6:44 pm | delete
- What a Lovely Lens, you are so lucky to live in New Zealand it looks very Beautiful. I would love to visit , who knows maybe one day think I need a Lotto win first , I give you a well deserved 5*.
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wilddove6
Mar 10, 2010 @ 12:23 am | delete
- Thank you for the great suggestions!
My husband is travelling to New Zealand at the end of the month and will be staying near Auckland. He's going to love the Maritime Museum!
Wing high five!
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Pukeko
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- Hi - just returning to a few favorite lenses to try out my new wings. Squid Angel blessed.
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Pukeko
Sep 18, 2009 @ 6:30 pm | delete
- Fantastic! I love Auckland (that's why we live in the region). Great job highlighting a great city. I have added it to the plexo on everything-new-zealand
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mulberry
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- I've always heard tht New Zealand in general is beautiful. After seeing this I'm even more convinced I want to go there.
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- My wife has been to Auckland and loved it. We hope to take our kids there some day. great lens!!
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ChineseKitesforKids
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- What an exquisite lens! Such detail and beautiful pictures. Great job! I know one day I would love to be able to go to New Zealand but I have to wait until the kids are all grown up. 5*****
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A New Zealand Story
Globe Trekker's guide to NZ
Globe Trekker: New Zealand 2
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New Zealand is a land of unspoilt landscapes and immense natural beauty, with amazing extremes of climate and terrain. From rainforest to reef and glacier to volcano, Globe Trekkers Ian Wright and Zay Harding explore the four corners of the country. As they head out on individual expeditions of New Zealand, they take in Maori cultural heritage, empty wilderness, and bustling cities where even the skyscrapers are home to some of the world s most extreme sports. Ian Wright sets off from Auckland to visit the hot springs of Rotorua and then heads north to the Bay of Islands. He travels to genteel Christchurch before heading to New Zealand s extreme sports capital, Queenstown. Ian s journey ends with an overnight stay atop the Fox Glacier while Zay Harding s begins in the capital, Wellington. He travels to the nearby town of Masterton to participate in a sheep shearing competition before taking the Tranzalpine train to Hokitika and the Wild Foods festival. Zay s journey ends with a retreat into the wilderness of Lake Te Anau and a two day trek along the Milford Track. Along the way... Attend a Maori regatta in Ngaruawhaia. Hitch a ride in a 1950s house truck. Enter the mysterious world of The Lord of the Rings. Play a game of rugby with the Black Ferns.
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