Commercial Bay
Grab a bite or a drink from over 40 bars & restaurants (like the hilariously named Ghost Donkey) or spend a few hours browsing over 60 designer fashion boutiques!
Arts & Culture in Auckland
If you’re the artsy type looking for your fill of cultural consumption in NZ’s busiest city, you need look no further than the Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga and the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki.
Matakana Village & Farmers Market
With markets, beauty therapy, eateries galore, and more, Matakana Village has everything you need for an ideal weekend escape.
Volcano Visits at Rangitoto
One of over 45 (!!!) volcanic mountains in Auckland, Rangitoto is just a 25-minute ferry ride from the city. A must-visit destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, Rangitoto offers 4WD train tours, black lava cave adventures, sea kayak trips, and plenty more.
Waiheke Island
Known affectionately as Wine Island, Waiheke is a wine lovers dream. Step off your ferry and into an island escape of crystal-clear waters, native bushland, and a plethora of wineries to experience.
Surfing at Piha
Iconic black sand beaches should put Piha on your bucket list. The beach is one of NZ’s most popular surfing destinations, but it’s also a great beach for non-surfers who are keen to simply sit back and enjoy the vibe of this laid-back seaside village.
Hauraki Gulf
Seemingly endless, crystal blue waters make up the Hauraki Gulf, and you’ll have plenty of activities to enjoy while you take in the views. Jet boating, kayaking, fishing, sailing, bungee jumping, whale watching, dolphin safaris, to name a few.
There’s always more to discover in Auckland
As much as we love talking about Auckland, there’s no way we can cover everything amazing about this city. The best way to discover all that Auckland has to offer is by visiting for yourself. Book your Auckland hotel, start planning your NZ getaway.
