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Auckland Tourist Attractions and Auckland Sightseeing
(Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ)



Auckland has some of the most popular tourist attractions in the North Island and throughout New Zealand, and there are also plenty of things to see and do in Auckland and the surrounding suburbs of Auckland. Tourist attractions in the North Auckland area include Auckland cruises and breathtaking coastal views, Auckland historic guided tours and walking / tramping trails, and beaches and Auckland regional park attractions.

Tourists and visitors to Auckland, the largest city in New Zealand, will not have far to look to find many truly world-class tourist attractions and activities. Here are some of the top tourist attractions in Auckland, worth a visit during your stay in Auckland.




Auckland Tourist Attractions: Explorer Bus Tours - Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +0800 439 756
Auckland's Explorer Bus Tours are a popular and easy way to see many of Auckland's most impressive sights and tourist attractions. With interesting commentary and regular buses, the Auckland Explorer Buses are also a particularly convenient way to travel around Auckland, with hop-on / hop-off tickets allowing you to explore areas of interest and then catch the next available bus to continue the tour.
Auckland attraction open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Auckland attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children, senior citizens and families

Auckland Tourist Attractions: Balloon Flights - Albany, Auckland, 1330, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 415 8289
Balloon Flights around Auckland's North Shore are one of the most memorable ways to view the city of Auckland and provide exceptional panoramic views. With many fine, sunny days and good weather conditions in Auckland, balloon flights depart most mornings from the Albany area and include champagne.
Auckland attraction open: most days - from around 06:00
Auckland attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children, senior citizens and families

Auckland Tourist Attractions: Cruises in Auckland - Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Auckland has a number of cruises around the city's north-eastern coastline, providing a breathtaking way to fully appreciate the city's skyline and landscape. With a variety of different Auckland cruises available, including lunchtime cruises with buffets, guided tour cruises with informative commentary, evening cruises with dinner and dancing, and glass-bottom boat cruises allowing you to view colourful marine life, cruises in Auckland travel around Gulf Harbour, areas of the Hauraki Gulf, the Remuera area, the nearby Goat Island marine reserve, and around many nearby islands.
Auckland attraction open: daily - hours vary
Auckland attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children, senior citizens and families

Auckland Tourist Attractions: Walking / Tramping in New Zealand - Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 979 2333
New Zealand is full of exceptional walking / tramping trails, often with outstanding views of the surrounding countryside and coast. Tourist information centres in Auckland provide a wealth of information about the various guided tours and self-guided tours available in Auckland, many of which take in some of Auckland's most beautiful buildings and provide a real insight into the city's rich history and past. Walking / tramping trails in Auckland include the Coast to Coast Walkway, the Grafton Heritage Walk, the Historic Ponsonby Heritage Walk, the Howick Historic Walk, the Old Devonport Walk, the Onehunga Heritage Walk and the Parnell Heritage Walk, all of which are self-guided.
Auckland attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland attraction admission: free, charge for some guided tours

Auckland Tourist Attractions: Viaduct Harbour - Viaduct Harbour, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 979 2333
Viaduct Harbour is a trendy area in Auckland, next to the city centre. Famous for playing an important part in the America's Cup yachting race, other attractions at Auckland's Viaduct Harbour include lively street cafés, restaurants and bars with exceptional views of the nearby waterfront, and the stunning yachts in the harbour.
Auckland attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland attraction admission: free

Auckland Tourist Attractions: Achilles Point - Cliff Road, St. Heliers Bay, Auckland, 1005, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 979 2333
Achilles Point, in eastern Auckland, features a popular viewing platform, with spectacular views across Ladies Bay and beyond. Other attractions at Auckland's Achilles Point include walking trails and scenic picnic spots.
Auckland attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland attraction admission: free

Auckland Tourist Attractions: Bastion Point - Tamaki Drive, Auckland, 1005, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 979 2333
With stunning views across Auckland and the Hauraki Gulf, Bastion Point is within easy reach of the city centre and is a popular recreational location, with beautiful landscaped gardens nearby.
Auckland attraction open: daily - dawn to dusk
Auckland attraction admission: free

Auckland Tourist Attractions: Mission Bay - Tamaki Drive, Mission Bay, Auckland, 1005, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 979 2333
Situated in eastern Auckland, Mission Bay has much to offer visitors and tourist in Auckland, including splendid sandy beaches, scenic picnic areas with seating, playgrounds for children, street cafés and restaurants, friendly wine bars, and gift shops.
Auckland attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland attraction admission: free

Auckland Tourist Attractions: North Head - Devonport, Auckland, 1250, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 445 9142
North Head, on the North Shore of Auckland, contains many of the city's most important military remains, such as large tunnels and battlement areas. Other attractions at Auckland's North Head include a wealth of military memorabilia, impressive views and self-guided walking trails.
Auckland attraction open: daily - 07:00 to 22:00
Auckland attraction admission: free

Auckland Tourist Attractions: Waitakere Ranges - Waitakere City, Auckland, 1008, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 303 1530
Located in western Auckland, within easy driving distance of the city centre, the Waitakere Ranges are a group of mountains and hills, rich in native flora and fauna. Dominating this part of Auckland, attractions at the Waitakere Ranges including driving trails, walking / tramping pathways, picnic spots and a popular visitors' centre.
Auckland attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland attraction admission: free

Auckland Tourist Attractions: Western Springs - Great North Road, Western Springs, Auckland, 1002, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 307 7604
Western Springs are home to a number of large lakes, full of local wildfowl, colourful birds and wildlife. Situated in central Auckland, the Western Springs are responsible for much of the city's water supply and are also an important recreational area, with children's playgrounds, picnic spots and walking / tramping trails.
Auckland attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland attraction admission: free

Auckland Tourist Attractions: Theatres in Auckland - Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Auckland has a number of good theatres and entertainment venues, both situated in and around central Auckland. Regularly hosting musicals, theatrical events, comedy shows, family shows, rock and classical concerts, ballets and operas, there is always plenty of things to see at Auckland's theatres. Here is the main theatres in the Auckland area of New Zealand.

• Aotea Centre - Queen Street, Aotea Square, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)9 307 5060
• Auckland Theatre Company - 54 Wellesley Street West, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)9 309 3355
• Civic - Queen Street, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)9 307 5075
• Pumphouse Theatre and Gallery - Killarney Park, Manurere Avenue, Takapuna, Auckland, 1309, North Island, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)9 486 2386

 
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