9 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.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Sculptureum and Pauanesia. Museum-lovers will appreciate Auckland Museum and Of Hand & Heart. Explore Auckland's surroundings by going to Wine Tours & Tastings (in Waiheke Island), Orewa (Orewa Beach & Orewa Lookout) and Tyburn Monastery (in Bombay). There's much more to do: step off the mainland to explore Tiritiri Matangi Visitor Centre, steep yourself in history at Howick Historical Village, stroll through Piha Beach, and wander the streets of Parnell.

For where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Auckland route planning app.

If you are flying in from India, the closest major aiports are Auckland International Airport and Hamilton International Airport. In December, daily temperatures in Auckland can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 20°C.