About Auckland
Auckland is one of New Zealand's major cities, home to around 1,547,200 people.
Best time
The warmer, drier months for the outdoors
Weather
Mild to tropical, with plenty of sunshine
Experiences
Things to do in Auckland
1
Sky Tower
2
Waiheke Island day trip
3
Auckland Domain and Museum
4
Viaduct Harbour and waterfront
5
Mount Eden (Maungawhau) crater
6
Devonport ferry
7
Auckland Zoo or Kelly Tarlton's
8
Piha Beach day trip
Budget travel
Free things to do in Auckland
Viaduct Harbour and waterfront
Piha Beach day trip
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Sky Tower
- Visit Waiheke Island day trip
- Visit Auckland Domain and Museum
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Viaduct Harbour and waterfront
- Visit Mount Eden (Maungawhau) crater
- Visit Devonport ferry
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Auckland Zoo or Kelly Tarlton's
- Visit Piha Beach day trip
In pictures
Auckland gallery
Keep exploring
