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10 Days in Auckland: A Journey of Adventure and Beauty

Alek Virani

Alek Virani

13 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day itinerary to Auckland, New Zealand. Explore stunning parks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this vibrant city.

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Day 1
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$348

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$ 10

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
30 - 36 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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$100
3 - 4 min

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White + Wong’S - Auckland Viaduct, Cbd
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$112
4 - 6 min

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Wildfire Churrascaria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$136
Day 2
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$585

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$ 20

Snowplanet
Family facility offering indoor skiing & snowboarding on artificial snow & other activities.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$200
33 - 40 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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$125
10 - 15 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...
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$120
5 - 6 min

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Cafe Viet
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$140
Day 3
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$256

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$ 10

Maungauika / North Head Historic Reserve
Former military fortifications atop a grassy headland, with tunnels & guns, plus harbour views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Auckland Fish Market
Indoor-outdoor hub featuring stalls for fresh fish & counters serving informal seafood dishes.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Seafood Central
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$136
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
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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$120
Day 4
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$324

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$ 20

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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$100
8 - 10 min

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Aotea Square
Sculptures and statues line this open public space, sometimes used for rallies and outdoor concerts.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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St. Pierre's Sushi of Japan & Seafood
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$108
7 - 10 min

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Domain Wintergardens
Historic Victorian-style glasshouses with tropical & seasonal flowers, plus a courtyard & pond.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Nickies Thai Restaurant
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$116
Day 5
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$385

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$ 20

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
28 - 34 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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$125
11 - 14 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$128
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.
3:00 PM - 4:30 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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$132
Day 6
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$307

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
10 - 15 min

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Auckland War Memorial Museum
Museum & war memorial in a neoclassical building with a permanent collection & temporary exhibits.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$75
8 - 11 min

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Nickies Thai Restaurant
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$116
11 - 16 min

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Gerome
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$116
Day 7
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$377

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$ 10

Butterfly Creek
A mix of zoo exhibits, including a butterfly house, plus a dinosaur area, playground & train.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$125
35 - 42 min

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Cornwall Park
This tranquil, grassy park with a cafe & creamery is popular with runners, bikers & picnickers.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Grand Park Seafood Chinese Restaurant
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$140
3 - 4 min

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Kk Malaysia Cuisine
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$112
Day 8
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$406

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$ 20

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
27 - 33 min

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Burgerfuel
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...
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$124
10 - 15 min

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Rainbow's End
Popular theme park with many rides & roller coasters for kids, costumed characters & concessions.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$150
11 - 14 min

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Volare Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$132

Budget breakdown: $3098 In total

Activities & Food:$2988
Transport:$110