14 days in Auckland Itinerary

The largest and most populous city in New Zealand, Auckland combines a rich history and thriving contemporary culture in an abundance of museums, art galleries, and performance venues.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Auckland: Muriwai Gannet Colony (in Muriwai Beach), Piha Beach (in Piha) and Matakana (Matakana Village & Sculptureum). Make the 27th (Tue) an unforgettable day with an extreme tour. There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Sky Tower, look for all kinds of wild species at Tiritiri Matangi Visitor Centre, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium, and get to know the resident critters at Auckland Zoo.

For ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Auckland trip planner.

If you are flying in from India, the closest major aiports are Auckland International Airport and Hamilton International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in December, and nighttime lows around 20°C.