By Alli Sewell
Introduction
Auckland, located on New Zealand’s North Island, is one of the country’s largest and most...
Day 1
You'll spend your first day in Auckland exploring its downtown area, known locally as the...
Day 1 - Stop 1
Visiting Auckland Art Gallery is a highly recommended thing to do in Auckland. Located in...
Day 1 - Stop 2
The Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira (or just Auckland Museum) is an important...
Day 1 - Stop 3
Queen Street is Auckland's main commercial center. The area is home to lots of well-known...
Day 1 - Stop 4
The Grove is a local favorite and offers refined New Zealand cuisine with a French...
Day 2
Your second day in Auckland will be a busy one! If you're an adrenaline junky,...
Day 2 - Stop 1
The Auckland Harbour Bridge is a landmark and major motorway in the city. It’s well...
Day 2 - Stop 2
Rangitoto is Auckland's youngest and largest volcano. Visiting this volcanic island is a must if...
Day 2 - Stop 3
Waiheke Island is New Zealand's second-largest island after the Great Barrier Island. The island has...
Day 2 - Stop 4
Viaduct Harbour (also known as Viaduct Basin) is a modern harbor-side complex on the edge...
Day 3
Your last day in Auckland will feature a range of activities. Start the day by...
Day 3 - Stop 1
The Sky Tower has been an iconic landmark in Auckland for over 20 years. It's...
Day 3 - Stop 2
One Tree Hill is a well-loved local park and a great place to relax away...
Day 3 - Stop 3
Cornwall Park prides itself on being an oasis within the city, and it’s easy to...
Day 3 - Stop 4
A hike up Mount Eden is a short but scenic one. The scoria cone (Mount...
Day 3 - Stop 5
Visiting the Sea Life Kelly Tarlton Aquarium is a fun thing to do in Auckland...
Day 3 - Stop 6
The Promenade at Mission Bay is just a short walk from the Sea Life Aquarium,...
Conclusion
Auckland is the perfect place for a weekend or 3-day trip. You can enjoy the...