AUCKLAND PRIVATE TOURS
Taking a Private Auckland tour is guaranteed to give you the flexibility and privacy of traveling compared to that of joining a group. What better company to travel with than Auckland Private Tours. NZ-born and Maori hosts live locally and showcase the west Auckland region in style.
These are unique Auckland tours which can incorporate a special visit to their own sheep farm and historic Homestead.
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GLENBROOK VINTAGE RAILWAY
While in Auckland take a tour south to Waiuku and visit the Railway Enthusiasts Society Inc for a nostalgic ride on a real old steam operated railway.
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A great Auckland sightseeing tour.
- Operates on 6km long track which was part of the old Waiuku branch line
- Operating season is from October to June each year when trains run on Sundays and most public holiday weekends
- Up to 30,000 passengers per year enjoy the experience
- Facilities available for charter throughout year
- Staffed and maintained by volunteers
- Other activities include hand and motor jigger rides
- Children’s playground, picnic area and wheelchair access
- Part of Waiuku Heritage Area
Unfortunately there is no public transport available to the Glenbrook Railway Station but it is an easy 50 minute drive from central Auckland.
The gates open at 10:00am on operating days and trains run on the hour from 11:00am til 4:00pm.
RAILWAY ENTHUSIASTS SOCIETY INC
For detailed prices and more information visit: http://www.railfan.org.nz
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DEVONPORT TOURS
Tourists can choose to explore Devonport by foot or alternatively take a ride on the Town & Country Clydesdales. Another alternative is to hop on the Devonport Explorer Tour bus which departs hourly from the ferry terminal and is a great Auckland sightseeing tour.
- This historical maritime village has unique heritage
- Admire the colonial architecture
- Visit the many galleries, museums and library
- Explore 2nd World War caves on North Head
- Enjoy Cheltanham Beach with the kids
- View naval heritage treasures in their museum
- A diverse range of boutiques, bars, cafes and restaurants
The ferry trip takes only ten minutes from Downtown Auckland direct to Devonport Village and the car trip 20 minutes over the Harbour Bridge.
There is an abundance of free local activities for the community and visitors to enjoy
DEVONPORT
For more information visit: http://www.devonport.co.nz
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MARITIME HERITAGE
Join a free tour, just a few minutes walk from Downtown Auckland, in a museum that provides a rewarding, enjoyable and unique discovery experience through the preservation and presentation of New Zealand’s maritime heritage.
- Discover New Zealand’s exceptional relationship with the sea
- Collections, artifacts, stories, photos, models, oral histories
- View the showcase of maritime art in the Edmiston Gallery
- See NZ’s finest collection of maritime vessels
- Sail the Harbour aboard the Museum’s heritage fleet
The museum is located in the heart of Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour close to the ferry terminal, or the Britomart bus and train terminals.
The museum is open every day (except Xmas Day) from 9:00am til 5:00pm. Admission is NZ$16 for adults, NZ$7 children, NZ$11 senior citizens
NZ NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM
For special or optional admission and more information visit: http://www.maritimemuseum.co.nz
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A TOUR OF AUCKLAND ZOO
It’s a small zoo by world standards and while covering 50 acres has around 180 species of animals totaling 1300 individuals. The zoo is divided into grouped exhibition areas with many informative and educational signs to help visitors.
See the latest “Te Wao Nui” (encompassing the natural unique habitats and environment of Aotearoa New Zealand).
- Visit Animal Planet Elephant Clearing
- Share a mixed walk called Aussie Walkabout
- BNZ Kiwi and Tuatara House
- See the features in Hippo River
- Just Juice Primate Trail is more than just monkeys
- Meet Oz and Molek in Tiger Territory
- Many more features including Kidzone
Allow a full day as there is much to see and experience with or without guided tours. Book in for the ZOOM “behind the scenes” tour!
Auckland Zoo is open every day (except Xmas Day) with wide pricing options to cover different situations
AUCKLAND ZOO
For detailed prices and more information visit: http://www.aucklandzoo.co.nz
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DISCOVER PARNELL
A walking and shopping tour around the carefully restored historic village of Parnell is not to be missed. The village is a legacy to Les Harvey, a popular property developer, who loving restored its character while others were bulldozing the past away during the 1960s.
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• Ask for the “Welcome to Parnell” map at shops along Parnell Road
• Discover the magical atmosphere of its charming boutique-style stores
• Featuring an international line-up of over 45 restaurants, cafes and bars
• Arts, crafts and a collection of Auckland’s best jewelers
• Guided or self-guided walks offered to discover Parnell’s hidden treasures
• New residents are welcome
Downtown Auckland is only ten minutes away on the Link Bus which runs through Parnell every ten minutes Monday to Saturday; and every 15 minutes evenings and Sundays!
PARNELL TRUST
For more information visit: http://www.parnell.net.nz
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AUCKLAND ART GALLERY
Experience the best of New Zealand’s art in the Gallery’s existing “New Gallery” building. The collection numbers over 12,500 works ranging in date from 1376 to the present time.
- Outstanding works by Maori and Pacific Island artists
- Includes Goldie, Lindauer, Hodgkins, Angus and McCahon
- Exciting and diverse range of programmes
- Be involved with workshops, lectures, readings, seminars
- Join The Friends of the Auckland Art Gallery
- Reduced admissions to pay exhibitions for members
- Visit the Art Gallery Shop
Public transport will take you to the heart of the city and once in Downtown Auckland, the Gallery is just a short walk up from Queen Street.
Entry to the gallery is free except for admission charges to special exhibitions.
AUCKLAND ART GALLERY
For more information visit: http://www.aucklandartgallery.govt.nz
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RAIN FOREST EXPRESS
While in Auckland take a tour of Watercare’s bush tramway. Travel into the heart of the Waitakere Catchment area through ten pipeline tunnels and over nine bridges including the spectacular Quinn’s Viaduct.
- Opportunity to see a water supply dam
- Personalised commentary on local history
- Close-up views of glow-worms and cave wetas
- Flora and fauna
- Enjoy extensive views of picturesque Lake Nihotupu
- Relax at a scenic picnic spot with tables and barbecue
Bookings are essential for all regular weekend trips, evening trips over summer, charters or additional trips during school and public holidays.
Bookings and prices provided by phoning 09 302 8028 between Monday and Friday (9 am-5pm).
WATERCARE AUCKLAND
For more information visit: http://www.watercare.co.nz
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AN AUCKLAND RETREAT
This immaculately presented retreat has been designed and built by the owners to provide couples (and up to one extra) with a memorable escape from daily life.
- Unique blend of character and home comforts
- Open plan, spacious and fully self contained
- Set in secluded bush surrounds
- Just a 10-15 minute stroll to world-renown Piha Beach
- A bare five minute walk to Kite Kite Falls track
- Plenty of things to do
Piha Cottage is about an hour’s drive from Auckland. Maps and advice on tracks and other activities of interest are happily provided.
PIHA COTTAGE
Schedule of prices and more information visit: http://www.pihacottage.co.nz
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AUCKLAND BOTANIC GARDENS
It is a young garden by both national and international standards (opened in 1982) but has received many awards and much recognition by the community and other important visitors.
Vast range of plants on display
- Be informed about the importance of plants
- Visit the new Visitor Centre Huakaiwaka
- Themed plant displays
- Ride the Wiri Rambler for 30 minutes every Sunday
- Visit the Potter Children’s Garden
Guided tours are available on Wednesdays for groups, bookings are essential. A staff guide can also join you on your bus.
Prices: Wednesday guided tours are NZ$50 per group and NZ$100 for commercial groups.
AUCKLAND BOTANIC GARDENS
To book or for more information visit: http://www.aucklandbotanicgardens.co.nz
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FACE TO FACE WITH THE PAST
Welcome back to the 18th century and to a Fencible village that settler immigrants built in Howick to defend Auckland.
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- This living museum is built on a five acre site
- Over 30 colonial buildings including schools, a church, blacksmith’s forge and general store
- Enthusiastic volunteers dressed in period costume
- Homestead café for real coffee and home-style food
- Try the village shop for gifts, souvenirs and old fashioned toys like teddy bears and homemade dolls
- Explore the village in horse and buggy or with a guide
- Enjoy a peaceful day in beautiful surroundings, admire the gardens and lovely wooden fences
The village is open every day from 10:00am with last admission at 4:00pm. Live days are held on the third Sunday of every month except December.
Admission charges range from NZ$7 to $14 along with other variations like students, family, groups and annual passes.
HOWICK HISTORICAL VILLAGE
For detailed prices and more information visit: http://www.fencible.org.nz
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TAKE A TOUR AROUND MOTAT
Auckland’s MOTAT museum has over 300,000 items in its collection and has now become so big that it has been divided into two (MOTAT 1 & MOTAT 2). Both are within an easy 500 metre walk or take a ride on a historic tram that leaves at 30 minute intervals daily.
- Full-time professional museum staff on call
- Collections largely managed by volunteers
- Aviation pavilion houses civil and military aircraft
- Railways remembered with live steam, diesel and electric
- Displays with operational trams and support equipment
- Significant collection of historic buses and road vehicles
- Colonial village of early shops and houses
- Walsh Memorial Library for research purposes
There is always something new at MOTAT especially during school holidays with its Holiday Experience. There is a new theme each time with new activities, so there’s lots of variety and new things to see and do.
One entry cost per person. Tickets can be used another day if other sites not visited. Valid for one year.
MOTAT
For detailed prices and more information visit: http://www.motat.org.nz
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