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10 Days in Auckland: A Journey of Adventure and Delight

Alex Rufo Subietas

Alex Rufo Subietas

13 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day itinerary to Auckland, New Zealand, filled with stunning landscapes, mouthwatering cuisine, and unforgettable experiences.

Trip to Auckland

Day 1
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$160

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$ 10

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$44
4 - 5 min

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Long Bay Regional Park
Clifftop walking trails plus swimming & kite flying in a beach park with BBQ & picnic sites.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Seafood Central
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$56
3 - 4 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
3 - 4 min

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Baduzzi
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$60
Day 2
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$280

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$ 10

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$50
8 - 10 min

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Snowplanet
Family facility offering indoor skiing & snowboarding on artificial snow & other activities.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$100
27 - 33 min

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Baduzzi
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$60
1 - 2 min

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Auckland Fish Market
Indoor-outdoor hub featuring stalls for fresh fish & counters serving informal seafood dishes.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Victoria Park
Popular public green space featuring a walking/jogging path, skate park, playground & sports fields.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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La Zeppa Kitchen and Bar
La Zeppa is situated at 33 Drake St Freeman's Bay, directly behind Victoria park market. La Zeppa has the feel of a New York industrial warehouse which has been loving transformed into a spacious Tapas and wine bar.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$70
Day 3
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$285

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$ 20

Mojo @ Pwc Building
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$44
4 - 6 min

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New Zealand Maritime Museum
Museum exploring the country's seafaring history through exhibits & sailing trips on replica ships.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
13 - 16 min

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Domain Wintergardens
Historic Victorian-style glasshouses with tropical & seasonal flowers, plus a courtyard & pond.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Tonino's Pizzeria
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$68
3 - 4 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.
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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$63
7 - 9 min

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Der Metz Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 4
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$148

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$ 5

Thai Tradition Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
6 - 9 min

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Auckland Botanic Gardens
Sprawling botanical garden featuring many flowers, plants & trees, plus event venues & a cafe.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Auckland Domain
Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$54
10 - 15 min

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Dove Myer Robinson Park (Parnell Rose Garden)
Recreation area featuring 2 colorful rose gardens, plus an observation deck overlooking the water.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Gion Japanese Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 5
+

$237

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$ 10

Chateaubriant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$44
4 - 6 min

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Cheltenham Beach
Lengthy coastal strip dotted with Victorian mansions & popular for swimming, strolling & picnicking.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
42 - 51 min

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Butterfly Creek
A mix of zoo exhibits, including a butterfly house, plus a dinosaur area, playground & train.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$63
8 - 11 min

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Szimpla Gastro Bar
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$64
16 - 20 min

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Secret Thai Garden
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$66
Day 6
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$160

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$ 20

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$44
5 - 6 min

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Cornwall Park
This tranquil, grassy park with a cafe & creamery is popular with runners, bikers & picnickers.
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Nanam Eatery
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$58
15 - 18 min

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Ambury Regional Park
Camping & hiking are popular at this farm park with wildlife, pastured animals & lava flows.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Thai Archer Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$58
Day 7
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$229

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$ 20

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
7 - 9 min

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Auckland Zoo
New Zealand's largest zoo, with 130+ species & nearly 900 animals in a range of exhibits.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$63
11 - 14 min

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Nando's
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$70
3 - 4 min

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Aotea Square
Sculptures and statues line this open public space, sometimes used for rallies and outdoor concerts.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Maungauika / North Head Historic Reserve
Former military fortifications atop a grassy headland, with tunnels & guns, plus harbour views.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Cafe Hung Viet
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 8
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$252

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$ 15

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
3 - 4 min

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Auckland Art Gallery
Vast array of national & international art, plus Maori works, in a château-style 1800s building.
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$38
11 - 14 min

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Cafe Viet
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$62
4 - 5 min

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MOTAT Museum of Transport and Technology
Interactive zones & exhibits on a 40-acre site including original 1877 pump house & Kiwi cars.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$50
4 - 5 min

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Burgerfuel Pt Chev
The ultimate experience in gourmet burgers, incorporating delicious, fresh natural ingredients in an atmosphere as charged as our food. Because we believe that life is too short to eat bad burgers, we cook' em and prepare' em while you wait, to bring you the best burger alternative in gourmet fas...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$66
Day 9
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$241

Federal Delicatessen
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$44
4 - 6 min

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Sky Tower
Landmark 60-storey tower with panoramic views, bungee jumping & a high-end revolving restaurant.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$75
2 - 3 min

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1947 Eatery
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$52
3 - 4 min

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Cathedral of St Patrick & St Joseph
Stately, full-service Catholic church featuring an ornate design with lots of stained glass.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Akbar Durbar Indian Takeaways
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$70
Day 10
+

$172

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$ 25

La Rosa Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$48
151 - 182 min

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Manukau Heads Lighthouse
Secluded beacon accessible by long drive, surrounded by grounds popular for picnicking & sea views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
190 - 228 min

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Kitekite Falls
Large, dramatic waterfall in the forest with hiking paths, wildlife & a swimming hole.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
53 - 64 min

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The Tasting Shed
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$64
16 - 20 min

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Muriwai Gannet Colony
Seaside retreat featuring a coastline with black-sand beaches & a gannet breeding ground.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Thai Taste
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60

Budget breakdown: $2296 In total

Activities & Food:$2162
Transport:$134