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Places to go
Auckland is full of things to do and even the most seasoned local can always
find something new.
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Auckland Zoo has New Zealand's largest collection of animals and is
recognised as one of the most progressive zoos in the world.
The zoo is home to 179 different species and over 1300 animals. Phone (09) 360 3800.
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Here you will find the most extensive collection of national and
international art in New Zealand.
Exhibiting work from its collection along with a programme of
national and international touring exhibitions. Phone (09) 307 7700.
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Explore New Zealand's rich natural and cultural heritage, and its modern history.
The museum is located in one of Auckland's finest heritage buildings
in the heart of the Domain. Phone the infoline on (09) 306 7067.
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Stimulate your senses on a tour of the universe at the observatory.
You'll experience 360° theatre with 3500 stars high overhead, plus guided
telescope viewing.
The observatory is open seven days (and most nights). Phone (09) 624 1246.
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In a subterranean world penguins parade in a wonderland of ice and snow,
while sharks, giant eels, stingrays and scores of shimmering fish swim the ocean.
Phone (09) 528 0603.
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Explore the many islands in Hauraki Gulf.
Waiheke Island is a perfect
getaway - find out how to get here, where to stay, what to do. Get information
about wedding venues, vineyards, tours and how to hire vehicles.
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Take your family on an interactive journey through time at MOTAT, New
Zealand's largest transport and technology museum. Experience the Victorian Village, tram rides, vintage cars, the huge
aircraft collection and much more. Open daily from 10am to 5pm. Phone 0800 MOTATNZ (0800 668 286).
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Auckland's vibrant waterfront is home to the New Zealand National
Maritime Museum, one of the finest in the world.
A visit here promises a broad overview of New Zealand rich maritime heritage. Phone (09) 373 0800.
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Other useful links
Tourist information
- Tourism Auckland - visit one of
six visitor information centres for some great ideas and great deals. Phone
(09) 367-6009
- www.newzealand.com/travel/
- you can find a great source of information on New Zealand, including accommodation,
activities, sights and travel. It includes an Auckland section
- www.viewauckland.co.nz - check
out this website for information about dining out, bars and clubs, performing
arts, arts and galleries, live music, sightseeing, natural environment, and
what's on.
- New Zealand Tourism Online - a
comprehensive online directory of tourism and travel companies. It offers over
10,000 New Zealand accommodation, attraction, tour and transport listings plus
extensive travel, vacation, holiday and visitor information
- Heart of the City - visit this site
if you are wondering where to go and what to do in the City of Sails.
It provides you with up to date information on the best events and the biggest
attractions the inner city has to offer! All that plus where to shop, what to
eat and where to party!
- Auckland City's mainstreet
programmes are based on a partnership between local government, the business
community and the community at large. Some of the mainstreet programmes have
their own website with information about shopping, eating out and things to
do.
Entertainment
- 95bFM entertainment guide
- for information on the week's DJs and live performances
- Ticketek is New Zealand's leading
entertainment ticketing company. Ticketek tickets a wide variety of entertainment,
and has exclusive ticketing contracts with major New Zealand venues such as
The Edge in Auckland.
- Visit Sky City Entertainment
Centre - there are casinos, restaurants, cinemas, theatres and bars - plus
a fantastic view of Auckland!
- Lionzone - Visit New Zealand's largest
brewery. Tours run Monday to Saturday at 9.30am, 12.15pm and 3pm. Bookings recommended
on 09 358 8366 or email bookings@lionzone.co.nz.
- Check out
TVNZ website,
for news and TV listings.
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 If
you have access to Sky channels check out the
Arts Channel for up to the
minute arts information.
Cinemas
The following websites give listings of what movies are currently showing in local cinemas:
Theatres
Locations of local theatres and their programmes of performances can be found
on the following websites:
Eating out
- www.roadworks.co.nz - gig guide, community
events, history and a list of bars and restaurants in particular areas as well
as a list of businesses.
- www.viewauckland.co.nz - check
out this website for information about dining out, bars and clubs, etc.
- www.wr2eat.co.nz/default.asp
- a dining out website for where to eat in Auckland (includes menus).
Transport
- For information on buses, trains and ferries, check out
MAXX.
- Check out Fullers website for ferries
to Devonport, Waiheke, Rangitoto, and harbour cruises.
- Check out SeaLink ferries to Waiheke
and Gt Barrier Island.
And if you need some new ideas, browse many more great everyday attractions at
your leisure by bookmarking Ak@Play.
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