Top Things to do in Auckland. Home to some 1.5 million people, it is New Zealand's most population city. Auckland is the perfect base from which to explore the scenic coastline and hidden coves of the diverse North Island. Read about some of our most favourite spots.
A seaside paradise close to Auckland! Explore its picturesque vineyards and green pastures. Its only takes 40 min by ferry from Auckland's Viaduct. Once you are on the island you can ride the ' hop on hop off ' bus or you can ride the local bus. The Island is full of wineries located all with stunning views. So enjoying food and a glass of wine at one of the many vineyards is a beautiful way to spend your time. I would recommend visiting the island on a wine tour to get the most of it.
If you are in Auckland, Mt Eden is a tranquil oasis to escape to. A big dormant volcanic crater with 360 degree views of Auckland. The views from up are great and you can see both the Tasman Sea and Pacific Oceans as well as the many other volcanic craters around Auckland. There are also plenty of walking trails, and on a nice day this would be a perfect place for a picnic or to walk your dog.
A peaceful escape from the city. Cornwall Park is a magic place at the heart of Auckland, where located in One Tree Hill domain. There are cafes, historical cottages, a children' playground, a planetarium and half of it is a working farm. It provides a lovely change from the increasingly busy harried lifestyle in Auckland. You will walk amongst mature trees and possibly even spot some sheep! It is a great way to spend several hours with family and friends. You can either enjoy the view when having a picnic on the fields, walk around the tracks or go up one tree hill for the bird's eye view.
Tree Adventures is an exciting new outdoor activity that offers an experience. There are 10 different courses ranging from 3 to 14 metres above the ground you can enjoy. It can be catered to all ages with the different levels of height and difficulty. There are also BBQ's available for lunch and Muriwai beach is right down the road so it can be a whole day trip.
A must-see tourist attraction! The Sky tower offers amazing city views. There are so many restaurants to chose from. If you dine at 360 orbit the views are really stunning. I also recommend visiting the Sky Deck too as that might be one of the highest points you can get on southern hemisphere. If you are feeling adventurous – jump off it or perhaps do the sky walk. It's a 140m walk, 192m up above the streets below, the walk takes about 75 minutes overall including gearing up, the safety checks and prep. There are also several challenges the professional instructor offers you to do. You can lean back, lean forward and walk along the edge.
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