Skytower Complex and Casino, Auckland

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At 328 meters, Auckland’s Sky Tower is the tallest tower in the Southern Hemisphere. On a clear day, the views from the 220-meter high observation deck are outstanding, revealing Auckland for the sprawling mass of humanity that it is, but also revealing surrounding volcanoes and offshore islands. On the downside, the city’s most famous landmark – the Sky Tower itself – cannot be seen. Given the free views available from other places in the city, all of which include views of the Sky Tower, I’d recommend saving your $15-$20 and giving the Sky Tower a miss.

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Sky Tower is a 328m structure. It is part of the Sky City complex which has a 24 hour casino along with restaurants, bars, cafes and a hotel. We didn't do the skyjump but saw a few people do it. There is also a floor which is a viewing area. You get great views of all of Auckland

There is pretty good gift shop in the lower level of Sky City by the elevators that go up to Sky Tower.

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The Main Observation Level is 186m high above the streets of Auckland and you have the opportunity to stand on 38mm thick plexiglass panels set into the walking platform to give you the feeling of walking on air.

I was told told that the plexiglass is much stronger than the concrete floors around it and that they would easily hold my weight. I proved them right.

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At 328 metres high, the Sky Tower is the tallest tower in the southern hemisphere with sensational 360 degree views around and below of Auckland.

You can easily spend hours exploring the different observation levels and when you need a break there's the Sky Lounge Restaurant where you can enjoy the wonderful views comfortably seated with a nice cuppa.

For the intrepid, there's the vertigo climb and the 192m Sky jump, which is by far New Zealand's highest bungy jump.

Admission prices are as follows -

Adults
Main Observation & Sky Deck $21.00
Main Observation $18.00
Child
5-14 years (Main Observation) $8.00
under 5 years FREE
Family
2 Adults + 2 Children $44.00
Additional Child $6.80
Students & Backpackers $15.00

getting in the skytower is a good start if you're new to the city; at least it helped me to orient myself in the city:) kinda pricy thoough...but then i think everything in auckland was kinda pricy

TICKET 21NZ for both levels of the tower

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With its 328 meters the Skytower is not only the landmark of Auckland but also the tallest free-standing building of the southern hemisphere.

Since its opening in March 1997 Skytower is used for broadcasting radio and television and attracts visitors from all over the world who have a gorgeous look over Auckland from its observation platform. On the platform you'll find a glass-bottom area. It's a strange feeling to stand there and look down.

The building is designed to withstand high wind speed and earthquakes. It's said that tower would not collapse even after an 8.0 earthquake.

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At 328 metres Sky Tower is the tallest tower in the Southern Hemisphere, offering breath-taking views for more than 80 kilometres in every direction.

Great views, bungy jumping, fine dining are a few things to do at the tower. Check out the website for details

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When you visit do go to the top most deck.. it is far better... also leave film to click more pictures from top.... We also exp a Mauri filk dance at the base of the Tower... it was great, they did pull are few people from the audience also and made them dance...