With an irresistible combination of magnificent natural scenery and a vibrant city lifestyle, Auckland is a place of exciting contrasts and endless adventures. Beautiful scenery, world-class shopping, fine food and wine, rich culture, a buzzing cosmopolitan lifestyle and plenty of action and adventure. Find out more here.
For details on activities, food and transport in and around Auckland, please visit:
As you plan your trip around Auckland, you might like to consider Fullers ferries.
Getting around the inner Auckland is also easy by bus or train.
Or, if you're planning travel outside of Auckland on your extended stay in New Zealand, you might like to consider the wider train or bus networks.
During your time in Auckland, you can get around easily by foot, taxi or public transport.
However, if you wish to travel beyond the city centre, here are some of the many car rental agencies available to you:
Driving in New Zealand, and license requirements
Looking to explore more of Auckland while you're here? Below you will find a small selection of activities to whet your appetite. To find out more or make a booking, please visit the website directly.
Snaking through the streets of Auckland's central hub, the guided walk will introduce you to all the best bits of our seaside metropolis.
http://aucklandfreewalkingtours.co.nz/
With unparalleled access to the Auckland Harbour Bridge, this is not just the most unique Auckland attraction; this is the only Bridge Climb in all of New Zealand. Put another way, you’ve simply gotta do it! AJ Hackett Bungy provides the only walking access onto this Auckland landmark, complete with your very own tour guide to share with you the Bridge’s colourful secrets and amazing architectural features, as well as point out some of the best Auckland sights. Lasting 1.5 hours, this Auckland sightseeing tour will have you wondering whether to look at your feet or focus on the spectacular views. And of course it also gets you up close and personal with the Bungy Jumping action!
http://www.bungy.co.nz/auckland-bridge/auckland-bridge-climb
Inch along a narrow walkway around the Sky Tower, high above Auckland. No handrail, nothing but thin air and the city 192 metres below, SkyWalk is an exhilarating challenge you’ll never forget. Our guides point out Auckland attractions, tell you stories and challenge you to daredevil tricks. For a big New Zealand adventure, 360° panoramic views of Auckland and extraordinary memories, SkyWalk the ledge.
Or, try the SkyJump - an incredible adrenaline rush in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand’s highest jump and only Base Jump by wire. Plummet 192 metres off the Sky Tower at 85 km an hour! Completely safe and utterly unforgettable. If you’re looking for things to do in Auckland, don’t miss SkyJump. One of New Zealand’s best adventure activities, rated must do by visitors and awarded a certificate of excellence by TripAdvisor.
If you are looking for a round of golf playing at one of Auckland’s top courses without the hassle of arranging all the logistics, then one of Auckland Golf Tours is exactly what you need.
https://nzgolfandtravel.co.nz/aucklandgolftours
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