Auckland District is one of the twelve regions in New Zealand, with an area of 5,24km2 and a population of more than a quarter of the country. Imagine a town with a beautiful environment, beautiful beaches, charming paths and many fascinating islands. The sunny climate, simple Polynesian culture, wine, food and shopping paradise. This picture in your mind is a true portrayal of Auckland.
Auckland has infinite natural charm, and it is an ideal tourist destination for both budget backpackers and luxury yacht owners. The ethnic groups in Auckland are quite diverse:
There are many Pacific islanders and Mexicans living in the southeast of Auckland. The south and west areas of Auckland are dominated by Maori and Pacific islanders. There are Chinese and Asians from all over Asia living in the north, middle, east and west areas of Auckland. In 199, many immigrants from Taiwan Province lived in the central area, while most immigrants from Taiwan Province and Hongkong lived in the eastern area. After 2, China immigrants gradually moved into the Central and Eastern Districts. Auckland's North Shore area can be regarded as the best area in all aspects of Auckland. It is mainly dominated by European immigrants, New Zealand whites and some Asians, and the public security is good. The seaside city
Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand. It has more than 5 small islands, half of which are inland towns and half of which are seaside towns, making it a diversified water world.
You can go anywhere in p>3 minutes' drive
You can go anywhere in half an hour's drive, whether it's taking a boat to an island, walking through the rainforest, having a picnic in a volcano, tasting wine, roaming in the wild or surfing by the sea.
A variety of flavors
A diverse culture breeds a colorful lifestyle in Auckland. As a result, Auckland's unique Pacific coast cuisine has been formed, with various Asian and South Pacific flavors.
Travel knowledge
Auckland has the largest airport in New Zealand. Two domestic terminals can allow frequent take-off and landing to other domestic cities.
there are four tourist routes passing through Auckland, which are Twin Coast Discovery, Pacific Coast Highway, Thermal Explorer and the Great New Zealand Touring Route.
There are four cities in Auckland, including Auckland, Manukau, North Shore and Waitakori. The three districts are Franklin, Rodney and Papakura.
there are 12 I-site visitor information centers in Auckland. They provide all kinds of travel information and reservations. Summer-December to February
As a region surrounded by many subtropical islands, sparkling waters and lush virgin rainforests, Auckland is an excellent place for summer vacation. The warm climate enables you to enjoy more than 1 kilometers of long coastline and a series of breathtaking beaches. Outdoor activities are an important part of Auckland's summer lifestyle. The Ellesley Flower Show, held in November, is the largest horticultural exhibition in the southern hemisphere. Competing to stage a large outdoor concert in Auckland Central Park. The Asian Lantern Festival and the Pacific Cultural Festival also constitute other cultural climaxes that reflect it.
Festivals:
City Farmers' Market at Brittomart
January 5th-December 27th
Auckland Lantern Festival
February 22nd-February 24th
Music Mountain Matakana Summer Concert
February 2nd. 3rd
Sky City Star Light Symphony
February 23rd
The New Zealand Beer Festival 8
February 23rd
Autumn-March to May
Autumn is usually long, warm and sunny. The temperature is kept at about 2℃. This is the best time to explore the unforgettable seaside town. In Matakana in the north; Clifton in the south; Murihuai in the west; Ou Niro on Waiheke Island, etc. You will find world-class vineyards and wineries, excellent local arts and crafts shops and beautiful scenery distributed in virgin rainforests and rough black sand beaches.
Festival activities:
Auckland Cup Week
March 1st-March 8th
Matakana Food &; Wine Festival
March 2nd
Teddy Bears' Picnic
March 2nd
The Grand Final of the More FM Winery Tour 28
March 2nd
Toto
March 2nd
Winter-June to August
Winter in Auckland. Calm and sunny days are the best time for rainforest exploration, walking on the west coast and hiking on the peak of Langyitoto Island. Indoor entertainment activities are also colorful-no matter what the weather is like, Gary dalton underwater world, sky tower and Auckland museum can bring you endless fun. Crowded theaters and colorful music and dance programs make the city center full of infinite vitality even at night.
Spring-September to November
In spring, parks in Auckland are full of vitality. Just a few minutes away from the city center, there are many beautiful places to see. In Cornwall Park, the lambs are playing; High in the Waitakere Mountains, new fern leaves are spreading; On the beach on the east coast, members of the navigation club are sailing around the buoy. The average daily temperature in spring is about 15℃. Island of Horaki Bay
Horaki Bay is the gateway to Auckland, where there are a large number of islands.
Walk to the top of Rangitoto, a volcanic island formed by black volcanic lava
One hour by ferry from the city center, you can go to Waikiki Island to taste wine and stroll on the beach.
sunbathing and swimming in Motuihe Island
Visit the official residence of New Zealand Governor George Gray in Kaiwa Island
Visit the wildlife sanctuary in Toni Island, Tilly Tiilimaa. This small island is the habitat of many birds, including the rarest southern seedling bird.
experience outdoor adventures \ hot springs and visit dams on the Great Barrier Island
Water recreation
You can see the sea in a few minutes from downtown Auckland.
enjoy the pleasure of riding the wind and waves in an advanced yacht. If you have the ability to sail, you can also rent a sailboat that you can control yourself.
you can get close to marine mammals. The "Dolphin Exploration" tourism project in Auckland takes you to visit marine mammals. You can see the common bottlenose dolphins, sperm whales and killer whales in the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park in Auckland.
Experience the exciting America's Cup sailing boat for yourself, and you can participate in it as you like.
Take the ferry to Devonport for a delicious lunch, and then go shopping.
rent a kayak and row to Rangi Toto Tu Tu Island at dusk.
Outdoor activities
There are 22 nature reserves in Auckland, and there are numerous outdoor activities.
Go to the valley of Waitakere Ranges for river-descending, which includes rope-descending, swimming and river-descending.
hike through the rainforest to hug the giant kauri. The specific mountaineering route map can be obtained at the Arataki Visitors Centre.
explore the Woodhill Forest by driving a four-wheel drive off-road vehicle.
go to Formosa Golf Course or Gulf Harbour Golf Course to play.
skydiving is possible on Waiheke Island. Professional parachutists are tied up with you to guide you in skydiving, overlooking Horaki Bay from the air.
climb the Auckland harbour bridge or bungee jump on it.
personally experience flying down from Auckland Sky Tower, which is a kind of bungee jumping controlled by a 192-meter-long cable.
Sky Tower gives you a chance to climb the tower, which is 3 meters above sea level.
history, art and culture
explore the history and culture of Auckland.
Auckland War Memorial Museum collects the most exquisite and important Maori treasures in the world-also known as "taonga".
Visit the maritime museum in Duckett Bay, where there is an exhibition of New Zealand's ocean history.
Howick Historical Village restores the early settlement life of European immigrants in New Zealand.
Auckland City Art Gallery has a comprehensive collection of New Zealand and international art treasures.
Otara Market is the largest trading market for Maori and Polynesians. You will find printed textiles with unique island customs, sculptures with Maori style, and various tropical fruits and vegetables. You can experience the elegance of different cultures here.
family fun
Auckland has tourist spots suitable for all ages.
climbing the sky tower is an amazing vertical experience. On the viewing platform, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery by using the latest interactive technology.
Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter & Underwater World) can watch sharks and penguins at close range.
There are Maori cultural performances in Auckland Museum every day, including welcoming ceremony, cotton ball singing and dancing, stick dance, weapon demonstration and Maori war dance.
Take a ferry to devonport to visit the tunnels and batteries left over from World War II in the North Point.
Auckland Zoo is always full of fun. There are 15 kinds and 5 animals there. The zoo managers give you a chance to witness the wonderful animal world with your own eyes
Go water skiing at Waiwera Thermal Resort or Palaquer Hot Springs.
You can play thrilling games all day at Rainbow End Adventure Park in Manukau. There are vertical falls of scary waterfalls, rail roller coasters and water roller coasters.
SheepWorld Farm and nature park will give you a life experience of close contact with livestock on the farm.
Around the city
Auckland offers a variety of experiences.
Explore the award-winning wineries in Auckland. There are wineries in Matakana, Kumu, Henderson or Waiheke Island on the outskirts of Auckland.
explore the wild beach scenery on the west coast, such as Muriwai, Bethels, Piha and Karekare, with black gravel and surging waves.
explore the Clevedon valley, find country handicrafts, beautiful gardens and high-end wineries.
head north to Waiwera Thermal Resort, enjoy a hot spring pool and a relaxing massage.
take your diving equipment to the Goat Island Marine Reserve to get close contact with all kinds of fish. Sightseeing hotspots in Auckland
Auckland has obvious coastal environment, and many idyllic islands are suitable for relaxing sightseeing. There are also many surprises in geography. It has 48 volcanic cones and 2 ancient rainforest mountains.
Waioeka Scenic Reserve, Great Barrier Island, Kawau Island, Longyitoto Island, Tiritimataki Island, Waikiki Island and Waitakere Ranges
Kaiwa Island with a combination of history and nature
During his stay on the island, george grey introduced various exotic animals and plants. Some of them are still preserved today. There are several walking paths on the island leading to the beach, the ruins of Maori fortress and the ancient copper mine. It takes only a short time to reach Kaiwa Island by ferry from Sandspit, about an hour's drive north of Auckland.
Parks and pedestrian routes everywhere
There are 22 environmental protection zones around Auckland. There are more than 5 kilometers of hiking routes between various protected areas. Mount Whitacre is the largest regional park in Auckland, with excellent mountain biking and mountain climbing conditions. The Alataki Tourist Information Center in the west of Auckland can provide all kinds of specific information about regional parks, beaches and walking routes.
There are many surf beaches on the west coast, including Fatip, karikari, Piha, Bezos and Murihuai. I believe these beaches will leave you unforgettable memories. Don't forget to visit the Mulihuai gannet colony.
Take your diving mask and respirator to Goat Island Marine Reserve and meet the hospitable locals. You can follow the signs from Walworth, north of Auckland, to Leigh.
the Great Barrier Island)-the last border
the great barrier island guards the original ecological beaches and large areas of virgin forests in Horaki bay. This is the home of several rare birds and plants. This primitive, rolling mountain covered with green is hard to be found again on the earth. Primitive forests dotted with mountain paths lead you to natural hot springs, beautiful hilltops and historic Kauri dams.
Mount Sheila Kimata (also known as Mount Hobson) is 627 meters above sea level. Hikers who climb the top will enjoy a refreshing view. this