6 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.

We've included these beaches for you: Piha Beach and Orewa Beach. Let the collections at Auckland Museum and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki capture your imagination. Take a break from Auckland with a short trip to Muriwai Gannet Colony in Muriwai Beach, about 48 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: head off the coast to Tiritiri Matangi Visitor Centre, take in the spiritual surroundings of Holy Trinity Cathedral, kick back and relax at Takapuna Beach, and don't miss a visit to Sky Tower.

For reviews, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Auckland road trip planner.

If you are flying in from India, the closest major aiports are Auckland International Airport and Hamilton International Airport. In December in Auckland, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 20°C at night.