Auckland Airport 32 min
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki (25 min) Vast array of national & international art, plus Maori works, in a château-style 1800s building. Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill (25 min) This 182m-tall volcanic peak with a road to its summit features an obelisk & an observation area. SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium (31 min) Aquatic life habitats are explored via glass viewing tunnels, displays & shows at this site. Auckland Botanic Gardens (11 min) Sprawling botanical garden featuring many flowers, plants & trees, plus event venues & a cafe. SkyCity Auckland (28 min) Popular destination featuring a casino with over 100 table games, plus upscale restaurants & hotels. Butterfly Creek (21 min) A mix of zoo exhibits, including a butterfly house, plus a dinosaur area, playground & train. Albert Park (24 min) Historically significant, tree-filled park with flowerbeds, a Victorian fountain & statues. Howick Historical Village (19 min) Recreated village with colonial schools & stores, plus period clothing & artifacts on display. Auckland Domain (25 min) Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano. Rainbow's End (11 min) Popular theme park with many rides & roller coasters for kids, costumed characters & concessions. Stardome Observatory & Planetarium (26 min) Astronomy venue with planetarium shows, courtyard telescope viewing & an interactive space gallery. North Head (44 min) Notable coastline with cottages, colonial villas & historic WWII defences along a reserve trail. Auckland War Memorial Museum (27 min) A fine neoclassical building & memorial containing a permanent collection & temporary exhibits. Cornwall Park (22 min) This tranquil, grassy park with a cafe & creamery is popular with runners, bikers & picnickers. Aotea Square (27 min) Sculptures and statues line this open public space, sometimes used for rallies and outdoor concerts. |