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10 Days in Auckland: A Journey of Adventure and Beauty

Sajawal Ali

Sajawal Ali

18 Oct 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure to Auckland, New Zealand, and discover the stunning beauty and thrilling experiences this city has to offer. From iconic landmarks like the Sky Tower to tranquil parks and gardens, this itinerary is designed to captivate your senses and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Trip to Auckland

Day 1
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$38

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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$38
8 - 11 min

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Victoria Park
Popular public green space featuring a walking/jogging path, skate park, playground & sports fields.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$32

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$ 3

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
33 - 40 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.
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$31
Day 3
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$0

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$ 5

Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple
Serene Buddhist temple complex with landscaped gardens, a vegetarian cafe & an art gallery.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
34 - 41 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.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Auckland Domain
Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
+

$19

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$ 3

Auckland War Memorial Museum
Museum & war memorial in a neoclassical building with a permanent collection & temporary exhibits.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
19 - 23 min

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Silo Park
Public park incorporating parts of a former industrial site, with outdoor concerts, films & markets.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
+

$0

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$ 3

Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park
Landmark obelisk, sunken pool & gardens with harbor views, commemorating a former prime minister.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Cornwall Park
This tranquil, grassy park with a cafe & creamery is popular with runners, bikers & picnickers.
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 6
+

$19

SkyCity Auckland
Popular destination featuring a casino with over 100 table games, plus upscale restaurants & hotels.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Auckland Art Gallery
Vast array of national & international art, plus Maori works, in a château-style 1800s building.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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$19
Day 7
+

$32

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$ 3

Auckland Zoo
New Zealand's largest zoo, with 130+ species & nearly 900 animals in a range of exhibits.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$31
16 - 20 min

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Auckland Fish Market
Indoor-outdoor hub featuring stalls for fresh fish & counters serving informal seafood dishes.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 8
+

$25

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$ 3

Ambury Regional Park
Camping & hiking are popular at this farm park with wildlife, pastured animals & lava flows.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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New Zealand Maritime Museum
Museum exploring the country's seafaring history through exhibits & sailing trips on replica ships.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$25
Day 9
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$0

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$ 3

Muriwai Gannet Colony
Seaside retreat featuring a coastline with black-sand beaches & a gannet breeding ground.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
46 - 56 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
Day 10
+

$50

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$ 3

Long Bay Beach
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Snowplanet
Family facility offering indoor skiing & snowboarding on artificial snow & other activities.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$50

Budget breakdown: $235 In total

Activities & Food:$213
Transport:$23