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Auckland, NZ -- must sees

Posted by (in MD near DC) on

My friend and I are now focusing on the NZ part of our Sep-Oct trip.

Unfortunately, when I copied a personal Google map, I lost some of the descriptions of sightseeing things to do in Auckland.

What are your must-sees in Auckland? I want to see the War Memorial Museum. What else? What are some unknown gems that people often don't think about.
We're not into sailing (which I understand is big in Auckland). We would like to see / learn about local indigenous peoples culture.
We're planning on traveling outside of Auckland but I wanted this post to focus on Auckland only.

I forgot to ask-- how easy is it to go from the airport to the downtown city sites in Auckland.

Would the Auckland Zoo merit a visit? We're planning on visiting the Australia Zoo outside of Brisbane during our three weeks there.
We'll be in NZ after being in Sydney / Canberra / Brisbane / Noosa Heads for a total of 3 weeks.

Thanks!

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There is a Maori demonstration at the War Memorial https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/visit/whats-on/maori/maori-cultural-experience

Some good ferry destinations from Auckland - bird watching, hiking on extinct volcano, wineries. look at Fuller Ferries

I didn't think much of the Australia Zoo - very commercial, expensive for the experience. I much preferred the Sydney Taronga Zoo. (or Melbourne's zoo) Brisbane's Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary was good - more than just koalas. There is a river cruise that will drop you off there - relaxing and interesting. Hartley's Crocodile Adventures outside Cairns was much better than Australia Zoo crocodile demo and show.

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Another vote for Brisbane’s Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. And Brisbane’s river transport system is awesome. Brisbane is one of our favorite cities in Australia. Enjoy Noosa Heads, fantastic stop.

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NW of Auckland city are some wonderful beaches.
We visited Piha Beach and Muriwai Beach. At Muriwai a short hike will get you to a gannet nesting colony. Beautiful drive through the forests to reach these. Several other beaches and some waterfalls in the area. It might not fit into your tight schedule but worth a mention.

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