Getting Around Auckland.
Auckland has good public transport links. To use the Auckland Journey Planner please click here.
Attractions
Take to the water
- Enjoy a cruise on a classic yacht or launch. Charter your own yacht if you have sailing skills.
- Meet the local marine mammals. Auckland's Dolphin Explorer conducts daily marine mammal eco-safaris, finding common and bottlenose dolphins, Brydes whales and Orca in Auckland's magnificent Hauraki Gulf Marine Park.
- Experience the thrill of sailing on a genuine America's Cup racing yacht - you can participate as much or as little as you desire
- Take the ferry across to Devonport and enjoy a cafe lunch and a spot of shopping or explore the WWII tunnels and gun emplacements in North Head
Explore the Islands of the Hauraki Gulf
- Walk to the summit of Rangitoto, the black lava volcanic island in the middle of the inner Hauraki Gulf. Hire a kayak and join an an evening paddle to the island
- Enjoy wine tasting and beachcombing on Waiheke Island, a half hour ferry ride from the city centre
- Sunbathe and swim at Motuihe Island.
- Discover the historic Mansion House on Kawau Island - once the home of Governor George Grey.
- Visit the wildlife sanctuary on Tiritiri Matangi. The island is home to many endangered birds, including the extremely rare Takahe.
- Experience a wilderness adventure on Great Barrier Island - tracks lead to secluded natural hot springs and historic kauri dams.
Take a walk
- From Devonport, walk to the summits of Mount Victoria or North Head for 360° views. Ferries to and from Devonport depart every half hour.
- Mount Eden, Mount Hobson and Mount St John are dormant volcanic cones offering commanding views of the city - pack a picnic and walk up.
- Do the Coast to Coast Walkway - a unique walk joining the east and west coasts of Auckland and taking in many of the city's scenic icons. Enquire at the Visitor Information Centre in the city for a brochure on the walkway.
