Guidebook for Auckland
Parks & Nature
Fairy Falls Track
A short 3.2 km tramping track to the beautiful Fairy Falls
Scenic Drive
Scenic Drive This is an easy, short walk for all ages to large kauri of 7m in girth.
For a beautiful introduction to the flora and fauna of the Waitakere Ranges and a great addition to any visit to the Arataki Visitor Centre. There is a track which is really a network of three gravelled loop walks. The Identification Loop is short and level, while the upper and lower loops contain graded descents and ascents. Making your way to the kauri knoll at the end of the lower track is recommended as a great example of remnant Kauri forest.
Suitable for wheelchairs and prams
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Centre de Visitants Arataki - Waitakere Ranges
300 Scenic DrFor a beautiful introduction to the flora and fauna of the Waitakere Ranges and a great addition to any visit to the Arataki Visitor Centre. There is a track which is really a network of three gravelled loop walks. The Identification Loop is short and level, while the upper and lower loops contain graded descents and ascents. Making your way to the kauri knoll at the end of the lower track is recommended as a great example of remnant Kauri forest.
Suitable for wheelchairs and prams
Piha is one of the most popular beaches on Auckland’s wild west coast. Yet with its vast stretch of dramatic, black sand it always feels wonderfully isolated and uncrowded.
The wild surf at Piha Beach draws seasoned surfers and it’s also a great swimming spot in summer.
Piha Surf Rescue is filmed here.
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Piha
Piha is one of the most popular beaches on Auckland’s wild west coast. Yet with its vast stretch of dramatic, black sand it always feels wonderfully isolated and uncrowded.
The wild surf at Piha Beach draws seasoned surfers and it’s also a great swimming spot in summer.
Piha Surf Rescue is filmed here.
Muriwai Beach is a beautiful, windswept beach on Auckland’s wild west coast. Its pounding waves draw surfers and its dramatic stretch of black volcanic sand is perfect for a walk to blow out the cobwebs.
Don’t miss the impressive sight of the huge gannet colonies nestled on the rugged coastline, where around 1200 pairs of gannets nest from August to March.
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Platja de Muriwai
458 Motutara RdMuriwai Beach is a beautiful, windswept beach on Auckland’s wild west coast. Its pounding waves draw surfers and its dramatic stretch of black volcanic sand is perfect for a walk to blow out the cobwebs.
Don’t miss the impressive sight of the huge gannet colonies nestled on the rugged coastline, where around 1200 pairs of gannets nest from August to March.
Head to Goat Island Marine Reserve to get up close to masses of colourful fish. Goat Island is New Zealand’s first and most accessible marine reserve and an amazing spot for snorkelling and diving.
After a day in the water, stop in at the nearby community of Leigh for a bite to eat and a craft beer.
Goat Island Marine Reserve is a wonderful destination for families, whether it’s for a few hours or a few days, and is just over an hour from Auckland’s city centre.
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Goat Island
Head to Goat Island Marine Reserve to get up close to masses of colourful fish. Goat Island is New Zealand’s first and most accessible marine reserve and an amazing spot for snorkelling and diving.
After a day in the water, stop in at the nearby community of Leigh for a bite to eat and a craft beer.
Goat Island Marine Reserve is a wonderful destination for families, whether it’s for a few hours or a few days, and is just over an hour from Auckland’s city centre.
Woodhill Forest is a stunning natural playground for adventure lovers all year round. Tackle some of Auckland's best mountain biking trails or simply enjoy the scenery on a trail walk.
Take on the tracks:
Speed through the trees on over 100km of purpose-built tracks and jumps. The Woodhill Mountain Bike Park has more than 100 bikes for hire, a pro-shop, café and mechanic service.
Explore on foot:
Try one of the many family-friendly walking trails that wind through the pines at Woodhill Forest. Watch out for native birds and reptiles in the nature reserve.
Take a swing:
Swing through the treetops at Woodhill Forest's tree adventure park. The series of ten exciting rope courses reaches up to 14 metres high and features 18 flying foxes.
Activities galore:
Take a 4WD jeep safari, guided horse riding trek or motocross adventure. The sheltered Auckland forest is great for activities all year round.
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Woodhill Forest
Restall RoadWoodhill Forest is a stunning natural playground for adventure lovers all year round. Tackle some of Auckland's best mountain biking trails or simply enjoy the scenery on a trail walk.
Take on the tracks:
Speed through the trees on over 100km of purpose-built tracks and jumps. The Woodhill Mountain Bike Park has more than 100 bikes for hire, a pro-shop, café and mechanic service.
Explore on foot:
Try one of the many family-friendly walking trails that wind through the pines at Woodhill Forest. Watch out for native birds and reptiles in the nature reserve.
Take a swing:
Swing through the treetops at Woodhill Forest's tree adventure park. The series of ten exciting rope courses reaches up to 14 metres high and features 18 flying foxes.
Activities galore:
Take a 4WD jeep safari, guided horse riding trek or motocross adventure. The sheltered Auckland forest is great for activities all year round.
You don’t have to be a gardener yourself to appreciate the beauty of the Auckland Botanic Gardens.
With over 10,000 plants from around the world, set in different themed spaces among peaceful parklands, the gardens are simply stunning.
You’ll see something different every season, from the magnificent magnolia blossoms in spring to autumn’s golden leaves. Learn the secrets of the diverse plant species on a guided walk, or soak up the beauty at your own pace.
99 residents recomanen
Jardí Botànic d'Auckland
102 Hill RdYou don’t have to be a gardener yourself to appreciate the beauty of the Auckland Botanic Gardens.
With over 10,000 plants from around the world, set in different themed spaces among peaceful parklands, the gardens are simply stunning.
You’ll see something different every season, from the magnificent magnolia blossoms in spring to autumn’s golden leaves. Learn the secrets of the diverse plant species on a guided walk, or soak up the beauty at your own pace.
Entertainment & Activities
It is a brilliant place to visit for young and old.
http://www.aucklandzoo.co.nz/default
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Zoo d'Auckland
It is a brilliant place to visit for young and old.
http://www.aucklandzoo.co.nz/default
With movies, cafes, food hall and the shopping centre all in one place, there is something for everyone here.
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Event Cinemas Westcity
Edsel StreetWith movies, cafes, food hall and the shopping centre all in one place, there is something for everyone here.
They have over 30 live animal exhibits in spectacular habitat displays, including the world's largest Antarctic penguin colony exhibit and amazing underwater viewing tunnels (a must to see).
https://www.kellytarltons.co.nz/
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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
23 Tamaki DrThey have over 30 live animal exhibits in spectacular habitat displays, including the world's largest Antarctic penguin colony exhibit and amazing underwater viewing tunnels (a must to see).
https://www.kellytarltons.co.nz/
Northwest´s best kept secret for the ultimate day trip - Parakai Springs..
Just over 40 mins from Auckland´s CBD lies one of New Zealand´s natural geothermal wonders.
Parakai Springs consists of a large indoor pool (heated to 40 degrees Celcius), huge outdoor pool (heated to 32 degrees Celcius), private thermal spa pools and two thrilling hydro-slides; one long and the other even longer!
BBQ and picnic areas are situated throughout the park and hot food is also available. Lifeguards are on duty at all times.
http://www.parakaisprings.co.nz
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Parakai Springs
150 Parkhurst RdNorthwest´s best kept secret for the ultimate day trip - Parakai Springs..
Just over 40 mins from Auckland´s CBD lies one of New Zealand´s natural geothermal wonders.
Parakai Springs consists of a large indoor pool (heated to 40 degrees Celcius), huge outdoor pool (heated to 32 degrees Celcius), private thermal spa pools and two thrilling hydro-slides; one long and the other even longer!
BBQ and picnic areas are situated throughout the park and hot food is also available. Lifeguards are on duty at all times.
http://www.parakaisprings.co.nz
Arts & Culture
MOTAT is New Zealand's largest transport and technology museum of its kind and offers a fun and exciting learning experience for visitors of all ages.
Current attraction "Da Vinci Machines Exhibition – 30 July - 16 Oct 2016."
197 residents recomanen
Museu del Transport i la Tecnologia
805 Great N RdMOTAT is New Zealand's largest transport and technology museum of its kind and offers a fun and exciting learning experience for visitors of all ages.
Current attraction "Da Vinci Machines Exhibition – 30 July - 16 Oct 2016."
The Auckland War Memorial Museum is one of New Zealand's most important museums and war memorials. Its collections concentrate on New Zealand history (and especially the history of the Auckland Region), natural history, as well as military history.
The museum is also one of the most iconic Auckland buildings, constructed in the neo-classicist style, and sitting on a grassed plinth (the remains of a dormant volcano) in the Auckland Domain, a large public park close to the Auckland CBD.
Check out the website for the latest events:
http://www.aucklandmuseum.com/
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Museu Memorial de Guerra d'Auckland
The Auckland War Memorial Museum is one of New Zealand's most important museums and war memorials. Its collections concentrate on New Zealand history (and especially the history of the Auckland Region), natural history, as well as military history.
The museum is also one of the most iconic Auckland buildings, constructed in the neo-classicist style, and sitting on a grassed plinth (the remains of a dormant volcano) in the Auckland Domain, a large public park close to the Auckland CBD.
Check out the website for the latest events:
http://www.aucklandmuseum.com/
Sightseeing
Torre del Cel
Victoria Street WestRangitoto Island is a volcanic island in the Hauraki Gulf near Auckland, New Zealand. The 5.5 km wide island is an iconic and widely visible landmark of Auckland with its distinctive symmetrical shield volcano cone rising 260 metres (850 ft) high over the Hauraki Gulf.
Rangitoto is just a short ferry ride away.
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Rangitoto Island Scenic Reserve
Rangitoto Island is a volcanic island in the Hauraki Gulf near Auckland, New Zealand. The 5.5 km wide island is an iconic and widely visible landmark of Auckland with its distinctive symmetrical shield volcano cone rising 260 metres (850 ft) high over the Hauraki Gulf.
Rangitoto is just a short ferry ride away.
This is the highest natural point in Auckland.
Go to the top of Mount Eden and impress your friends with a selfie at the summit of a volcanic crater.
You will be able to get the entire city as your backdrop, plus two of the harbours that border Auckland –Waitemata and Manukau.
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Cimera del Mont Eden
250 Mount Eden RdThis is the highest natural point in Auckland.
Go to the top of Mount Eden and impress your friends with a selfie at the summit of a volcanic crater.
You will be able to get the entire city as your backdrop, plus two of the harbours that border Auckland –Waitemata and Manukau.