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7 Days in Auckland: Exploring the City of Sights and Wonders

Andrés David Gaitan Laverde

Andrés David Gaitan Laverde

20 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Auckland's top attractions and hidden gems. From stunning parks to iconic museums, this itinerary is packed with excitement and adventure. Join us as we uncover the beauty of Auckland, one day at a time!

Trip to Auckland

Day 1Discovering the Green Oasis - Auckland Domain, Wintergardens, and Aotea Square
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$0

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$ 18

Auckland Domain
Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Domain Wintergardens
Historic Victorian-style glasshouses with tropical & seasonal flowers, plus a courtyard & pond.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Aotea Square
Sculptures and statues line this open public space, sometimes used for rallies and outdoor concerts.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Nature's Paradise - Auckland Botanic Gardens, Butterfly Creek, and Victoria Park
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$219

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$ 35

Auckland Botanic Gardens
Sprawling botanical garden featuring many flowers, plants & trees, plus event venues & a cafe.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Butterfly Creek
A mix of zoo exhibits, including a butterfly house, plus a dinosaur area, playground & train.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$219
32 - 39 min

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Victoria Park
Popular public green space featuring a walking/jogging path, skate park, playground & sports fields.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Parks, Art, and Serenity - Cornwall Park, Auckland Art Gallery, and Silo Park
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$132

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$ 35

Cornwall Park
This tranquil, grassy park with a cafe & creamery is popular with runners, bikers & picnickers.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Auckland Art Gallery
Vast array of national & international art, plus Maori works, in a château-style 1800s building.
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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$131
10 - 12 min

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Silo Park
Public park incorporating parts of a former industrial site, with outdoor concerts, films & markets.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 4A Day of Thrills and Excitement - Rainbow's End
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$263

Rainbow's End
Popular theme park with many rides & roller coasters for kids, costumed characters & concessions.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$263
Day 5Beach Bliss and Underwater Wonders - Long Bay Regional Park and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
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$219

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$ 18

Long Bay Regional Park
Clifftop walking trails plus swimming & kite flying in a beach park with BBQ & picnic sites.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
34 - 41 min

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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
Aquatic life habitats are explored via glass viewing tunnels, displays & shows at this site.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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$219
Day 6Reaching New Heights - Sky Tower and Auckland War Memorial Museum
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$394

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$ 18

Sky Tower
Landmark 60-storey tower with panoramic views, bungee jumping & a high-end revolving restaurant.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$263
12 - 15 min

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Auckland War Memorial Museum
Museum & war memorial in a neoclassical building with a permanent collection & temporary exhibits.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$131
Day 7Journey Through Time and Wildlife - MOTAT Museum of Transport and Technology and Auckland Zoo
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$394

MOTAT Museum of Transport and Technology
Interactive zones & exhibits on a 40-acre site including original 1877 pump house & Kiwi cars.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$175
11 - 16 min

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Auckland Zoo
New Zealand's largest zoo, with 130+ species & nearly 900 animals in a range of exhibits.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$219

Budget breakdown: $1741 In total

Activities & Food:$1619
Transport:$122