By Alli Sewell
Introduction
Auckland, located on New Zealand’s North Island, is one of the country’s largest and most well-known cities. Visitors to Auckland...
Day 1
You'll spend your first day in Auckland exploring its downtown area, known locally as the central business district (CBD), and...
Day 1 - Stop 1
Visiting Auckland Art Gallery is a highly recommended thing to do in Auckland. Located in Albert Park in the central...
Day 1 - Stop 2
The Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira (or just Auckland Museum) is an important museum and war memorial in...
Day 1 - Stop 3
Queen Street is Auckland's main commercial center. The area is home to lots of well-known stores and local shops. It...
Day 1 - Stop 4
The Grove is a local favorite and offers refined New Zealand cuisine with a French twist. This award-winning restaurant is...
Day 2
Your second day in Auckland will be a busy one! If you're an adrenaline junky, start the day with a...
Day 2 - Stop 1
The Auckland Harbour Bridge is a landmark and major motorway in the city. It’s well known by adventurous tourists as...
Day 2 - Stop 2
Rangitoto is Auckland's youngest and largest volcano. Visiting this volcanic island is a must if you have 72 hours in...
Day 2 - Stop 3
Waiheke Island is New Zealand's second-largest island after the Great Barrier Island. The island has many beautiful beaches, olive groves,...
Day 2 - Stop 4
Viaduct Harbour (also known as Viaduct Basin) is a modern harbor-side complex on the edge of the central business district....
Day 3
Your last day in Auckland will feature a range of activities. Start the day by going up the iconic Sky...
Day 3 - Stop 1
The Sky Tower has been an iconic landmark in Auckland for over 20 years. It's also New Zealand's largest human-made...
Day 3 - Stop 2
One Tree Hill is a well-loved local park and a great place to relax away from the hustle of the...
Day 3 - Stop 3
Cornwall Park prides itself on being an oasis within the city, and it’s easy to see why. With lush greenery...
Day 3 - Stop 4
A hike up Mount Eden is a short but scenic one. The scoria cone (Mount Eden proper) is called Maungawhau,...
Day 3 - Stop 5
Visiting the Sea Life Kelly Tarlton Aquarium is a fun thing to do in Auckland for kids and adults. It’s...
Day 3 - Stop 6
The Promenade at Mission Bay is just a short walk from the Sea Life Aquarium, or a short drive or...
Conclusion
Auckland is the perfect place for a weekend or 3-day trip. You can enjoy the usual city activities, like shopping,...