Things to do in Auckland Central

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Things to Do in Auckland Central


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Top Attractions in Auckland Central

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What travellers are saying

  • Michael C
    Derby, UK2,011 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The whole visit to the tower is is a stunning experience. The ride up in the elevator is exciting, and when you get to the viewing gallery then all the views are simply stunning. On the day of our visit the visibility was great so we were able to see across the whole of the Auckland area.
    Written March 12, 2024
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  • jgb000055521
    7 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very interesting museum that had a number of exhibits on 3 floors- good information on the history of New Zealand. Made the stop off the hop on hop off bus.
    Written March 15, 2024
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  • Heather E
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The views were great and well worth the walk. Be sure to bring your hats and sunscreen as there is very little shade except towards the bottom.
    Written February 26, 2024
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  • EdR_12
    Frimley, United Kingdom2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I've had a fantastic day. A small island turned into bird sanctuary heaven. Our guide was amazing. Worth payjng the small sum of $10nz for a guided tour.

    The guides know where the opportunity to see wildlife is the greatest, they can tell you a lot about the island and how it was turned into a sanctuary for rare species.

    Loved it. Great day trip.
    Suggest you book in advance.
    Make sure you bring water/drinks and lunch. You get free tea/coffee at the lighthouse and there's a lovely souvenir shop which they rely on as all goes back into the care of the island.
    Written March 3, 2024
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  • Momelco
    Denver, CO85 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Auckland zoo was exceptional. I visited the zoo to see a few animals that I would not typically see in the states. Parking does cost based on the length of time you select from the meter, however, you can also park on the side of the street before turning into the parking lot, which I believe is free.

    I was really impressed at how clean and well manicured everything looked throughout the zoo. The greenery/plants stood out to me in comparison to the dryer climate I'm used to.
    Written March 12, 2024
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  • flightattendant1998
    Omaha, NE6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great one day trip. We didn’t do a tour! Just went on our own.
    We hiked to the summit and the views were beautiful. Great view of Auckland!
    Written February 20, 2024
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  • Tasi A
    Auckland, New Zealand36 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful day at the first ever Auckland Wooden Boat Festival held at the Auckland Maritime Museum. Great vibe and lots of locals and tourists around,
    Written March 7, 2024
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  • John G
    Saint Georges-super-Ely, UK78 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Starts off a bit underwhelming but gets better as you go.
    The rocking room of an early cabin is a neat idea.
    There are lots of short videos and interactive screens to keep most of us entertained and educated, but two at least are too long. One has a running time of 48 mins and another 80 mins. I have no doubt that Peter Blake was a remarkable Kiwi, but how many visitors will sit through an 80 minute tribute?
    All in all though I spent 2 hours there and I don’t really like sailing!
    Written March 11, 2024
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  • SeaMariner22
    Seattle, WA257 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Auckland Art Gallery is unique in that it is free, and on one floor you will see works by the great masters (Monet, Picasso, Cezanne, etc) and on another you will see "modern" works like a hole in the wall where a talking mouse emerges. I thought the museum was well worth spending an hour or so...
    Written February 14, 2024
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  • Scott G
    Washington DC, DC408 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Adjoins One Tree Hill, so this is a lovely walk to extend your stay. There are farm animals to see (cows and sheep) which is nice for children and adults alike. There's a little cottage to see inside.
    Written November 3, 2023
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  • jojo
    Navi Mumbai, India1,767 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Truely amazing underwater views tunnel from Entry to Exit showing about 30 live awesome animal exhibits and wondrful habitants display. It was wonderful experiennce enjoyed penguins, fish,cafe, views, kids games, shops etc.A Day with the Life of Penguin Keeper was most liked. It was properly maintained and especially kids enjoyed most.
    Written February 8, 2024
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  • Dudman
    Auckland Central, New Zealand3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The park is abundant with greenery, providing an excellent route for physical activity. You can immerse yourself in nature and observe some sheep among other things. The playground is decent but could use more diversity. The skateboard track is quite disappointing, seemingly designed for tyres rather than skateboard wheels. However, the park’s vastness could keep you occupied for several hours. A leisurely stroll around the park and up the hill to take in the views could easily take up to 2 hours.
    Written January 31, 2024
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