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City Beaches   Auckland

City Beaches, Auckland

 1 Review  Auckland has lots of nice beaches, and this is one of the more picturesque. Takapuna used to be the main commercial area of the North Shore, but now it has become a trendy and very nice looking place... 

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Auckland Museum and Domain   Auckland

Auckland Museum and Domain, Auckland

 3 Reviews  The Wintergardens are located in the Auckland Domain, not far from Auckland Museum. The glass houses date back into the early twentieth century and although the plant collection is very modest, the... 

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Harbour Bridge & Marina   Auckland

Harbour Bridge & Marina, Auckland

 3 Reviews  The bridge is one of Aucklands key features around the harbour area and is visible from many places given its size. It's 15 stories high and at just over 1km long the 2nd longest road bridge in NZ... 

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Hauraki Gulf   Auckland

Hauraki Gulf, Auckland

 3 Reviews  PHOTO: BEV AT THE HELM OF NZL 40, AN AMERICA'S CUP YACHT BUILT FOR THE 1995 AMERICA'S CUP AND BOUGHT BY A GROUP IN AUCKLAND. THEY HAVE TWO BOATS NZL 40 & NZL 41, WHICH THEY RACE AND TAKE PEOPLE OUT... 

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Mt Eden   Auckland

Mt Eden, Auckland

 3 Reviews  This is the extinct volcanic crater at Mt Eden. Besides being always pretty, grassy and green, since childhood I've always enjoyed the great view of Rangitoto (another volcano) and Auckland city and... 

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Kelly Tarltons Underwater World   Auckland

Kelly Tarltons Underwater World, Auckland

 3 Reviews  For different view of Southern Hemisphere life, make a point of visiting Antarctica while you're in Auckland. At Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World you can meet King and Gentoo... 

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Queen Street & Downtown   Auckland

Queen Street & Downtown, Auckland

 3 Reviews  Auckland now has a fine little pocket of restaurants around its waterfront and Viaduct Basin areas. Though not comparable to the great culinary capitals of the world, Auckland's restaurants may not... 

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Parnell.   Auckland

Parnell., Auckland

 1 Review  New Zealand is a very young country therefore is not really reknown for it's old architecture. Some places in the South Island have some history, however Auckland has very few examples of old... 

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Tamaki Drive   Auckland

Tamaki Drive, Auckland

 2 Reviews  Auckland is built on a narrow isthmus so is surrounded by water. As a consequence water sports are very popular here given the easy access to lots of great places. A view back to Auckland city from... 

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Skytower   Auckland

Skytower, Auckland

 2 Reviews  Auckland's Skytower is one of the best places to catch a glimpse of the city. Auckland is a city that is based on its interaction with the water, and from the skytower, you can see just how busy of a... 

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Auckland Town Hall

by kiwigal_1

This is the Auckland City Town Hall (the clock tower in the background) and Aotea Square. They are right in the heart of Auckland City. This is where my University graduation ceremony was held. Inside the town hall is a concert chamber where I sang in the auckland high schools choir recital accompanied by the organ (also dating to 1911 and a "protected object" under New Zealand law - source Wikipedia)The building is a heritage building that was built in 1911 and renovated in 1997.

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Around the Bays Fun Run

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This is a nearly 10km Fun Run around the waterfront area of Auckland. It is enjoyed by over 70,000 Aucklanders every year in March.The route that this fun run takes is called Tamaki Drive. It is a great place to drive along or roller blade, cycle or run. There are beaches dotted all along the drive with Mission Bay and St Heliers Bay being the most popular. Both of these areas have great restaurants and cafes.

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Waiheke Island

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Waiheke Island is an island in the Hauraki Gulf in the outer edge of Auckland Harbour. The island is home to about 10,000 Aucklanders with the population concentrated on the left hand side of the island. It is a great get-away for Aucklanders and tourists alike and is especially good to sample watersports like kayaking and fishing in the summer. Waiheke is said to be a few degrees warmer than mainland Auckland and the climate is great for growing grapes. There are a large number of vineyards on the island. The main beaches are Oneroa, Palm and Onetangi. The island also has an interesting war time heritage with a large underground tunnels and gun emplacements at a place called Stoney Batter on the far end of the island (reachable by car only). Waiheke is a popular holiday spot in the Hauraki Gulf. Many people live here or have baches. A bach is a New Zealand English word for a small...

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The most expensive place I've ever visited

by meccostaud

Our breath was taken away by how expensive everything was in Auckland. T-shirts ran about $60.00US. Regular (not designer) jeans ran about $130.00US. YIKES! The whole time I was there all I bought was a t-shirt that was on sale at a sporting goods store. Next time I go, I'll save a lot more sheckels beforehand.

Another Whangaparaoa beach...

by worldkiwi

This is a picture of Manly Beach (sometimes called Big Manly to differentiate it from its little southern neighbour) on Whangaparaoa Peninsula, north of Auckland city. Maybe I'll have to make a page with pictures from all around Whangaparaoa!!

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A favourite beachside spot for Aucklanders.

by worldkiwi

Whangaparaoa Peninsula has become a satellite city to Auckland. There is now a continuous urban landscape from Orewa to the end of the peninsula with Gulf Harbour becoming an increasingly big community out at the eastern end. The peninsula juts out into the Hauraki Gulf and has many nice beaches on either side. Most are on the north side, but there are a couple of pretty bays on the south side. Of course, south facing beaches lose the sun early in the day, but Little Manly (pictured) and Arkles Bay are very picturesque.To get to Whangaparaoa, take the northern motorway from Auckland central and exit at Silverdale. Follow State Highway 1 to the Whangaparaoa Road turn off just after Silverdale township. This is the main arterial route along the peninsula. Get a good map of the area and pick the beaches you want to visit. Late January to March is the peak of summer and the best time to...

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Auckland University

by kiwigal_1

This is the place I spent 3 years studying in. I am pictured with my best mate Anneliese in Albert Park looking towards the University tower. Albert Park is another volcano with beautiful grassy areas and gardens. Many a student can be found here on a nice day!If you want to find out the entry requirements and courses available at Auckland University then go to www.auckland.ac.nz

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Te Muri Beach, Mahurangi Regional Park.

by worldkiwi

The eastern coastline of the northern part of Auckland Region is indented with some beautiful bays and flooded river valleys known as rias . Te Muri Beach is a seldom visited sandy east facing beach with no road access in the Mahurangi Regional Park. See my "Off the Beaten Trail" section to find out more.

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A popular picnic spot for Aucklanders.

by worldkiwi

Auckland Region is lucky to have many public reserves administered and maintained by the Auckland Regional Council. These parks and reserves are scattered all around the region and free to the public. One of these Regional Parks is Shakespear, at the end of Whangaparaoa Peninsula, north of Auckland's main urban area.Shakespear Regional Park is an operating farm, so you will see sheep there. There are two main beaches, though the further one is the better (the one pictured) as it is less tidal. There are walking tracks around the park and some lovely views of the Hauraki Gulf. Peacocks wander around in the park as do Pukeko (New Zealand's native swamp hen). You will probably see other native birds too.This is a very popular picnic spot for city dwellers as it is only a 40-50 minute drive from the city proper.

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A great beach, just 30 minutes from Auckland.

by worldkiwi

North of Auckland there are some fine beaches. The first of the most notable beaches you're likely to encounter driving north, is Orewa. The urban area of Orewa and Whangaparaoa is coined the "Hibiscus Coast" and there are a lot of people living there now. Throughout the area are many nice little beaches. However, Orewa is popular with daytrippers from Auckland because it's easy to get to and there's plenty of parking. The beach has a surf club and is patrolled in summer, though it is very safe for swimming and you're unlikely to encounter rough conditions. The beach is very long and Orewa township is a short walk away with all its cafes, fast food places, and other shops. There are many motels in Orewa and even some well rated backpackers places. All of them are just across the road from the beach.Summer is the best time to come for a swim (Jan - Mar).

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Q:  dear everybody, pls, give me advice , where do i go ( i'll Auckland International Airport) in Auckland ? I 'll visit 3 days. i'll... 

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A: There are more beaches in and around Auckland than you can visit. There are black beaches on the west coast (Piha, Bethell's, Karekare), and Muriwai Beach further... 

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