Pretty Auckland, New Zealand, is home to natural wonders, such as the rocky, rugged Matakana Coast and its deserted bays with small islands, and cultural attractions like the century-old Auckland Art Gallery. Find a homey hotel from HotelTravel.com.
Auckland is undeniably, one of the most colourful cities in New Zealand as well as its largest city. There is a wide selection of inspiring attractions on offer in this well known metropolis, such as world-class sailing opportunities, pristine sandy beaches and absolutely stunning vistas. Auckland is also overflowing with ominous volcanic cones that are both menacing and alluring. One of the most popular events to take place in the city as well as the prettiest is the Auckland Ellerslie International Flower Show. Held each November, this show sees flower enthusiasts form around the world flocking to the city to see the city literally blanketed in floral designs. For a bit of whale watching or in you are keen on swimming with the dolphins, head over to Hauraki Gulf. The gulf offers numerous water activities including sailing, fishing, sea kayaking and windsurfing. Culture seekers will want to make a visit to the Auckland Museum. The museum houses spectacular local exhibitions as well as international artworks and also showcases cultural performances, traditional arts and crafts and other art forms that depict New Zealand’s fascinating history. Auckland boasts having an impressive nightlife with scores of trendy bars and discos lining the streets. There is also a wide array of restaurants on offer and a plethora of hotel accommodations.
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Comprising part of New Zealand’s largest urban area and forming its most populous city, Auckland is one of the country’s most popular visitor destinations. A city with indigenous and colonial history, combined with some unique natural attractions and 21st century facilities and services, Auckland makes for a great destination for a vacation, short trip or weekend break.
Auckland is an ideal destination for a family holiday, offering a variety of attractions that appeal to both the young and old. Parents with children of all ages will find plenty of amusements and attractions to occupy their time, among which are the famous Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World, newer attractions such as Butterfly Creek and well established visitor locations such as Auckland Zoo.
The Big Day Out: this musical extravaganza sees a day of live performances from a varied selection of bands, as well as stalls selling food, drink and a variety of interesting consumer goods.
Auckland offers myriad visually pleasing sights of both natural and manmade origins. The city was built amid an extinct volcanic range and is hence blessed with some amazing lava rock formations, with Mount Eden and the awesome Rangitoto Island among the most impressive. The city’s colonists helped to construct a variety of attractive buildings, with those in the suburbs of Parnell and Ponsonby offering good examples of period architecture. Famous landmarks such as the Sky Tower and One Tree Hill get top spots on most visitors sightseeing itineraries.
Auckland is served by its own international airport, which is situated just 15 miles from the city centre. Auckland International Airport is fairly large, catering to New Zealand’s most populous city and providing the country’s chief gateway for international visitors. The airport has one international and two domestic terminals, which between them facilitate over 25 international and around half a dozen domestic airlines.
Banks: 09:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday
Post Offices: 09:00 to 15:00, Monday to Friday
Department Stores and Shops: 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Saturday; 10:00 to 13:00 Sundays
Museums: 10:00 to 17:00, Monday to Saturday; some open on Sundays
Business Offices: 08:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday; 09:00 to 12:30 Saturdays
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