Don’t Miss These Must-Do Activities in Auckland
Auckland city offers a bit of everything: nature, views, culture, and wining and dining, but the city covers quite a bit of ground. Experiencing its best sights and attractions requires some advanced planning.
If you’re short on time in Auckland, a hop-on hop-off bus tour is a convenient way to get around. These stop at many of the city’s most popular attractions, including museums, galleries, and wildlife centers.
Seeking a day trip outside the central city? Check out West Auckland and the Waitakere Ranges, with the famous windswept beach at Piha. Or take a ferry over to Waiheke Island in the Hauraki Gulf, covered in vineyards, for the feel of rural New Zealand but with views of Auckland’s skyline across the sea.
See below for a few more of our recommendations for the City of Sails.
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Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
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Explore the Waitakere Ranges rain forest and Auckland’s rugged west coast, including Piha Beach, during an afternoon tour with a guide who is knowledgeable about New Zealand flora and fauna. From the Arataki Centre, admire sweeping views from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean. Learn about Maori history, stroll the beach, and take a nature walk through a lush rain forest while you experience Auckland's largest regional park.
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$118.66
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Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
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Take in the highlights of New Zealand’s largest city on this half-day tour of Auckland and benefit from an expert guide and small group size. Admire views of Auckland Harbour and drive over the Harbour Bridge; gaze out over the city from the top of Mt Eden; visit K Road, the Auckland Domain, and the Mission Bay beaches; and explore atmospheric neighborhoods such as Parnell, Ponsonby, and Northcote Point.
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$50.89
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$50.89
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Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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Auckland Hidden Gems Tour- A personalised introduction to Auckland
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Step off the tourist trail and discover hidden corners of New Zealand’s largest city on this Auckland express bus tour. Travel with your guide to One Tree Hill, Mt. Eden Volcano, the Wintergardens, Parnell Village, and the historic Holt Trinity Church. Visit Bastion Point for panoramic views over Waitemata Harbour, delve into Auckland’s rich maritime history, see a working farm in action, and gain insight into the native Maori heritage for which New Zealand is famous.
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$52.52
$13.13 savings
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$52.52
$13.13 savings
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Waiheke Island Explorer Hop-on Hop-off Tour
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Explore Waiheke Island at your own pace, with all-day tickets for a hop-on, hop-off island explorer bus. Plan the perfect day with help from the onboard host, then see the things that interest you most, choosing from 8 stops near vineyards, galleries, beaches, and trailheads. This full-day Waiheke Island experience offers a personalized combination of nature, culture, and food, and departs from Matiatia every 30 minutes throughout the day.
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$34.52
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Full-Day: Auckland Scenic Tour- 8 HOURS
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Make the most of your time in Auckland with a small-group tour that crams all the city’s best bits into just one day. Snap photos of Auckland Harbour Bridge, the Sky Tower and One Tree Hill; take in the views from Tamaki Drive and Mission Bay; explore vibrant neighborhoods like Ponsonby; and visit off-the-beaten-track attractions like Muriwai Beach, the Auckland Domain and Parnell.
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$100.68
Price varies by group size
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$100.68
Price varies by group size
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
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Piha and Karekare Rainforest Wine Tour from Auckland
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Volcanic beaches, native rain forest, and vineyards abound on this full-day tour of West Auckland. Begin with a wine tasting in Henderson Valley, then continue to the Waitakere Ranges, where more than 40,000 acres (16,000 hectares) of coastline and forest await you. Get elevated views of the reserve from the Arataki visitor center, explore the black-sand beaches of Piha and Karekare, and get close to the Karekare waterfalls. Then, enjoy an included lunch before finishing your tour with more wine tastings.
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$200.65
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$200.65
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Skip the Line: Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
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Auckland’s Sky Tower has stood 1076 feet tall (328 meters) over the city since 1994, and is one of its most popular attractions, especially for first-time visitors. Save money and time by pre-booking your general Sky Tower admission ticket, which allows you to spend one to two hours at three observation levels. Get quickly orientated and spot key landmarks such as the Harbour Bridge, Mount Eden, and Waiheke Island.
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$23.01
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$23.01
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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's General Admission
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Gain admission to Kelly Tarlton’s SEA LIFE Aquarium at the Auckland waterfront. Discover the underwater magic of the Southern Ocean at more than 30 exhibits and nine themed zones. You can get up close to playful king and gentoo penguins at the Antarctic Encounter, see displays of jellyfish and stingrays, and stroll through the shark tunnel. Upgrade to go shark diving — with or without a cage!
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$23.59
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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