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1. Auckland War Memorial Museum
Parnell | Museum/GalleryThe Māori artifact collection here is one of the largest in the world, housed in a Greek Revival building in one of the city's finest parks...Read More
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2. Kelly Tarlton's Sealife Aquarium
Zoo/AquariumThis harborside marine park—the creation of New Zealand's most celebrated undersea explorer and treasure hunter—offers a fish's-eye view of...Read More
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3. Waiheke Island
IslandOnce Waiheke was a sleepy summer vacation retreat, and hippie haven, with beach houses dotting its edges. Now you'll find some 35 vineyards...Read More
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4. Albert Park
City Center | City ParkThese 15 acres of formal gardens, fountains, and statue- and sculpture-studded lawns are a favorite for Aucklanders, who pour out of nearby...Read More
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5. Auckland Domain
Parnell | City ParkSaturday cricketers, Sunday picnickers, and morning runners are some of the Aucklanders who enjoy this rolling, 340-acre park—not to mention...Read More
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6. Auckland Zoo
Western Springs | Zoo/AquariumSince the 1990s, this zoo, 6 km (4 miles) west of Auckland, has focused on providing its animals with the most natural habitats possible, as...Read More
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7. Civic Theatre
City Center | Arts/Performance VenueThis extravagant art nouveau movie theater was the talk of the town when it opened in 1929, but nine months later the owner, Thomas O'Brien...Read More
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8. Event Cinemas Metro Centre
City Center | Notable BuildingIf you are struck with inclement weather and need to take in a movie the Metro Centre is worth a look. The architecture references science-fiction...Read More
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9. Great Barrier Island
IslandGreat Barrier Island known, also as Aotea, is the largest in the gulf with a population of around 1,100, and is mostly agricultural. It's popular...Read More
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10. KareKare
BeachFilm buffs will recognize KareKare and its black sand from the dramatic opening scenes of The Piano. Its size means you will never feel hemmed...Read More
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11. Mission Bay
BeachMission Bay off Tamaki Drive—about 10 minutes drive from the central city—draws the crowds year-round and summertime can see families and community...Read More
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12. Mt. Victoria
RuinsLong before European settlement, this ancient volcano was the site of a Māori pā (fortified village) of the local Kawerau tribe. On the northern...Read More
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13. Muriwai Beach
BeachThe black sand of Muriwai Beach is a must for those exploring the West Coast. Combine a trip here with a visit to any of the many wineries in...Read More
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14. Museum of Transport & Technology
Western Springs | Museum/GallerySix km (4 miles) west of Auckland, this is a fantastic place for anyone with a technical bent. A fascinating collection of vehicles, telephones...Read More
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15. One Tree Hill
Parnell | RuinsThe largest of Auckland's extinct volcanoes and one of the best lookout points, One Tree Hill, or Maungakiekie, was the site of three Māori...Read More
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16. Parnell Rose Gardens
Parnell | GardenWhen you tire of boutiques and cafés, take 10 minutes (or more) to gaze upon and sniff this collection of some 5,000 rosebushes. The main beds...Read More
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17. Sky Tower
City Center | ObservatoryThis 1,082-foot beacon is the first place many Aucklanders take visiting friends to give them a view of the city. Up at the main observation...Read More
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18. Takapuna Beach
BeachYou'll see some of New Zealand's most expensive houses along Takapuna Beach on Auckland's North Shore. If architecture (or being nosey) isn...Read More
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19. Voyager New Zealand Maritime Museum
City Center | Museum/GalleryNew Zealand's rich seafaring history is on display at this marina complex on Auckland Harbour. The collection includes Pacific and Māori seagoing...Read More
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20. Wintergarden Pavilion
Body Of Water/WaterfallTake in the scenery at the Wintergarden Pavilion on Domain Drive. You can have breakfast, brunch, a light lunch, or great coffee from a table...Read More
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