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Auckland Landmarks and Auckland Monuments
(Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ)



Auckland contains some of New Zealand's most spectacular landmarks and monuments. Many of these Auckland landmarks are extremely historic and well preserved, although a number of Auckland's most impressive landmarks and monuments are fairly recent, such as the Auckland Sky Tower, a spectacular modern tower dating back to the late 19th century.

Rich in heritage, Auckland is home to many outstanding landmarks and monuments, such as Auckland's Acacia Cottage, the Auckland Harbour Bridge, Auckland Town Hall and Mount Wellington, a natural beauty spot.

Famous throughout Auckland, the North Island and the whole of New Zealand, some of these Auckland landmarks and Auckland monuments are more than 150 years old and have become important tourist attractions in their own right. Here are some of the most popular landmarks and monuments worth visiting during your stay in Auckland.




Auckland Landmarks and Monuments: Sky Tower - Victoria Street, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 363 6000
Auckland's impressive Sky Tower was built in 1997 and quickly became one of the city's most recognisable landmarks. The Sky Tower is now synonymous with Auckland and measures over 325 metres / 1,066 feet, making it the tallest building in New Zealand. Attractions at Auckland's Sky Tower include breathtaking architecture, platforms offering spectacular panoramic views across the city, a hotel, a casino, a restaurant that slowly revolves and sky jumping with a harness.
Auckland landmark open: daily - 08:30 to late
Auckland landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children, senior citizens and families, children under five years old are free

Auckland Landmarks and Monuments: Auckland Town Hall - Aotea Square, Queen Street, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 307 5075
Auckland Town Hall was built in the early 20th century and features striking Italian-style architecture. Since opening, the Auckland Town Hall quickly became one of the city's most important landmarks and contains two large halls, which are regularly used for concerts and major local events.
Auckland landmark open: daily - hours vary
Auckland landmark admission: charge for some events

Auckland Landmarks and Monuments: Acacia Cottage - Cornwall Park, One Tree Hill, Auckland, 1003, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 630 8485
Acacia Cottage is a historic wooden house, famous for being one of Auckland's oldest buildings and landmarks, dating back to the 1840s. Situated in Cornwall Park, in the heart of Auckland city centre, Acacia Cottage is close to both Huia Lodge and a popular visitors' centre.
Auckland landmark open: daily - 10:00 to 16:00
Auckland landmark admission: free

Auckland Landmarks and Monuments: Auckland Harbour Bridge - Westhaven Drive, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: + 64 (0)9 376 3301
Auckland Harbour Bridge is one of the most striking landmarks in the city. Dating back to the late 1950s, the Auckland Harbour Bridge connects the city to the North Shore, crossing Waitemata Harbour. One of the most unusual ways to fully appreciate the construction of the Auckland Harbour Bridge is on the regular guided bridge climbs.
Auckland landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland landmark admission: charge

Auckland Landmarks and Monuments: Alberton House - 100 Mount Albert Road, Mount Albert, Auckland, 1003, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 846 7367
Alberton House, in central Auckland, was built around 150 years ago, when it was one of the grandest houses in the area. Featuring classical architecture, a lavishly decorated interior and many original period features, other attractions at Auckland's Alberton House include seasonal events and landscaped gardens.
Auckland landmark open: Wednesday to Sunday - 10:30 to 12:00, 13:00 to 16:30
Auckland landmark admission: charge, children are free

Auckland Landmarks and Monuments: Ferry Building - 99 Quay Street, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 979 2333
Auckland's Ferry Building, in the heart of the city centre, was built in the early 1900s. After recently been thoroughly restored and refurbished, the Ferry Building now houses a trendy restaurant and bar.
Auckland landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland landmark admission: free

Auckland Landmarks and Monuments: Grafton Bridge - Grafton, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 979 2333
Located in Auckland city centre, Grafton Bridge was built around 100 years ago and crosses the Grafton Gully. When it was originally constructed, Grafton Bridge was heralded as a feat of engineering and is an important, historic landmark in Auckland.
Auckland landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland landmark admission: free

Auckland Landmarks and Monuments: Highwic House - 40 Gillies Avenue, Newmarket, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 524 5729
Situated in central Auckland, Highwic House was built in the mid-19th century and is full of period features, such as antique furniture, paintings and lavish decor. Highwic House is probably New Zealand's finest house in the timber Gothic style, with steep slate roofs, vertical boarding and latticed windows. Other attractions at Highwic House include landscaped gardens and many exciting seasonal events.
Auckland landmark open: Wednesday to Sunday - 10:30 to 12:00, 13:00 to 16:30
Auckland landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Auckland Landmarks and Monuments: Mount Eden - Mount Eden Road, Auckland, 1003, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 979 2333
Mount Eden, in central Auckland, is an enormous natural feature towering almost 200 metres / 650 feet high and dominates the surrounding landscape. With driving trails and pathways suitable for walking / tramping, Auckland's Mount Eden overlooks the Hauraki Gulf and is rich in native flora and fauna.
Auckland landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland landmark admission: free

Auckland Landmarks and Monuments: Mount Victoria - Kerr Street, Devonport, Auckland, 1309, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 446 0677
Mount Victoria, on Auckland's North Shore, stands at almost 100 metres / 325 feet high and dominates this area of New Zealand. Attractions at Mount Victoria include stunning views of the harbour, scenic picnic spots and walking / tramping trails.
Auckland landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland landmark admission: free

Auckland Landmarks and Monuments: Mount Wellington - Maungarei Memorial Drive, Mount Wellington, Auckland, 1006, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 979 2333
Mount Wellington is one of Auckland's most eye-catching natural landmarks and can be found in southern Auckland. The top of Mount Wellington can be reached by car and offers spectacular panoramic views of Auckland and the surrounding countryside.
Auckland landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland landmark admission: free

 
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