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Auckland is the largest urban area in the nation of New Zealand and has a wide range of activities and experiences to offer both international travellers and the city’s inhabitants.
Rangitoto Island
This volcanic island is a hallmark of Auckland and the sight of it is iconic and easily visible from almost anywhere in the city. It is the largest of the fifty volcanic islands of New Zealand, as well as being one of the newest. It remained active till about 550 years ago.
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Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki
It would be a shame to visit Auckland without experiencing the city’s largest art gallery. It has an astonishing collection of art both international and local. It also has quite a bit of history associated with it as well because it was built in 1884. It’s centrally located and close to many Auckland hotels provided by entities such as AVANI Hotels and Resorts.
ChewyPineapple, Auckland Art Gallery – Extension, CC BY-SA 3.0
Auckland Zoo
This is hands down one of the essential experiences in Auckland. The zoo takes conservation quite seriously and you will discover it to be an institution that truly cares for the many animals within the sanctuary.
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Waiheke Island
This is one of the most renowned islands in New Zealand and offers travellers everything from breathtakingly beautiful beaches to an extravagant culinary culture.
Tomwsulcer, Beach on Waiheke Island NZ, marked as public domain, more details on Wikimedia Commons
