Più votati Attrazioni in Auckland

Piha Beach, on the wild Tasman coast, is famous for the Lion Rock vistas, black sand beaches, great surf and deadly rips. If you venture into the water, do so only between the lifeguard flags. Changing rooms, a shop and campground are available. If coming in summer, bring plenty of sunscreens and a hat as it can be blistering hot on the black sand. The beach is also spectacular on a wild, windy day. From north Piha, there are walking tracks to more secluded beaches.

Circondata dall'acqua, Waiheke Island è nota per essere la seconda isola più grande del golfo di Hauraki. Ricca di grotte, l'isola si ramifica in diverse penisole, spezzando la costa in una serie di baie. Le spiagge dell'isola sono incontaminate e tra le preferite per i picnic in famiglia. I visitatori possono anche passeggiare per l'isola lungo i vari sentieri che seguono le scogliere e i pendii. Waiheke ospita numerose gallerie d'arte e strutture sportive, oltre a un cinema, un teatro e diverse aziende vinicole. Le principali attrazioni dell'isola di Waiheke includono il parco regionale di Whakanewha, la galleria d'arte della comunità di Waiheke, la baia di Oneroa, la spiaggia di Onetangi, la cascata Cascades e la riserva naturale Pohutukawa.

Located in the heart of Piha's tropical forests is Kitekite Falls, a beautiful tri-level 40 meter (131 feet) waterfall that that flows into a pristine pool. After a comfortable trek through lush forests, visitors are rewarded with the sight of gorgeous white ribbons of cascading water bordered by tall towering trees and Nikau Palms. Take along a picnic and enjoy it on the banks of the pool after a refreshing swim. The adventurous can swim under the falls to emerge behind the sheet of tumbling water. This place is great for a casual hike or a picnic with family and friends and should not be missed.

Also known as Maungakiekie, One Tree Hill is a terrestrial elevation which is characterized by typical volcanic features like scoria cones. This volcanic peak was once marked by a single 120-year-old Totara tree at the top, which was later cut down leaving only the stump to mark its existence. The land is now interspersed with a few trees which were later planted by the Tupuna Maunga Authority in 2016. The summit of Maungakiekie features a very prominent obelisk, fronted by the statue of a Māori warrior, it's lofty perch granting a panoramic view of the surroundings. Underneath the obelisk lies the burial place of Sir John Logan Campbell, who was actively involved in the construction of this memorial to the Māoris. An elevated swathe of open land, One Tree Hill is an ideal location for stargazing.

A pochi passi a est dal centro della città, l'Auckland Domain è il più antico parco municipale della Nuova Zelanda. Fondato nel 1840 dal governatore Hobson, il Domain ospita l'Auckland War Memorial Museum, un felceto all'aperto e i giardini d'inverno, una rotonda per le bande musicali, sculture, prati per giocare a bocce, chioschi e molto altro. Il Domain ospita grandi concerti come il “Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park”, dove il pubblico si riuniscono per una notte di musica e fuochi d'artificio.

Fo Guang Shan Temple is a beautiful example of Asian temple architecture and is a place of true peace and serenity. The temple welcomes visitors and features fantastic and awe-inspiring statues of Buddha, well-maintained grounds, a small eatery that serves delicious meals, and a souvenir shop. Prayer services are frequently conducted for the religious. A visit to the Fo Guang Shan Temple is definitely a must when in the city.