Auckland: Morning City Sights
- Duration
- 3 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
Explore Auckland's famous Queen Street followed by the history of Karangahape Road. Discover the vibrant culture of Ponsonby Village with its boutique eateries and retail stores before making your way over the Auckland Harbour Bridge for stunning views over the glittering Waitemata Harbour. Returning over the Harbour Bridge visit the Viaduct Harbour before continuing on through the Auckland Domain, with its classic charm the Auckland Domain is the city's oldest and one of its largest parks, situated on a 62,000 year old volcano. Then continue to Parnell Village for a morning tea stop. The historic buildings of Parnell have been transformed in to a trendy shopping area featuring many boutiques, antique, craft and specialty shops. Following this, your tour will then take you along the stunningly scenic waterfront route of Tamaki Drive to the Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park, in Mission Bay. The memorial Park has beautiful panoramic views over Whenua Rangatira, Auckland city and Waitemata Harbour. This park is a popular wedding venue, with its formal gardens and tranquil atmosphere. Next head towards Mission Bay, the popular seaside suburb which was once home to a Melanesian Missionary school. Enjoy the beach and promenade - popular with Aucklanders and visitors alike. The tour will then take you back along the waterfront before returning to downtown Auckland.
Duration: 3 Hours
Departs: 9:45 a.m. - Returns: 12:45 p.m.
From: Auckland