Auckland affectionately known as the "City of Sails" is located on a unique narrow strip of land rich in Natural, Maori and European history.
Flanked by both the west and eastern coastal shorelines with only 800 meters between them at the narrowest point. Highlights include 360 degree views from Mount Eden (one of 49 volcanic cones in the area), a visit to the Auckland War Memorial Museum** and a coach tour with commentary that includes central business district, university, urban beaches, the Harbour Bridge and popular dining and shopping villages.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- QUEEN STREET:
The 'Golden Mile' of Auckland's business and shopping district.
- UNIVERSITY:
NZ's largest, featuring historic Auckland buildings and an early NZ Government House.
- HARBOUR BRIDGE:
Cross the 8-lane connection to our North Shore, wide views of harbour and yacht marina.
- MT EDEN:
Travel to the summit of this dormant volcano, once home to an ancient Maori tribe. Wide views of the city.
- DOMAIN PARKS AND GARDENS:
A picturesque park and lakes laid out in a large extinct volcanic crater.
- AUCKLAND WAR MEMORIAL MUSEUM:
Spend time experiencing this unique tribute to New Zealand's natural, Maori and European history. A donation is requested on entry, of $5 per person, please pay direct. A recommended alternative within a short walking distance is 'The Winter Garden' Pavilion. See rare indoor plants and a spectacular fern display.
- PARITAI DRIVE:
Auckland's most expensive residential street with fantastic views of the Waitemata Harbour and islands.
- TAMAKI WATERFRONT:
Drive via Mission Bay along the edge of the Waitemata Harbour dominated by large native Pohutukawa trees.
** A $5pp donation is requested on entry to the Museum.
